General Manager GIMS Division (GI Medicine and Surgery)

Are you looking to take your leadership career to the next level? At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we are embedding our exciting new Operating Model and placing the roles closest to patient care at the heart of decision-making. By creating clinically led, multidisciplinary leadership teams we can ensure decisions are informed by clinical expertise while keeping the operational expertise needed to run safe, successful services., The General Manager for GIMS (GI Medicine and Surgery) is responsible to the Clinical Director for the delivery of all patient services within the Clinical Service. The General Manager role in the triumvirate involves ensuring that all operational performance targets, including waiting lists, finance, the quality of services to patients and improving services towards best practice standards within available income are achieved.

The Post Holder will be part of the triumvirate with the Lead Nurse and Clinical Lead, with direction from the Clinical Director and support from the Associate Director of Performance and Operations to achieve the MFT/Clinical Group objectives and will be expected to make a positive contribution to the provision of health services across the Group and the local health and social care economy.

On call requirements will be confirmed to align with the agreed Operating Model.

We are looking for experienced, forward-thinking leaders able to support the introduction of our new ways of working. You will be well supported with a bespoke personal development plan, and you will also have access to a range of development activities.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.

As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.Join us to make a lasting impact--help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.