Health Innovation South West

Health Innovation South West is at a defining moment. Our coastal and rural region faces some of the most complex health challenges in the country, including long travel times to care, an ageing population and deep-rooted health inequalities. These challenges create powerful opportunities for innovation to deliver meaningful impact, improving lives while supporting sustainable economic growth across the South West. As a place-based innovation organisation, we act as a catalyst and connector, working with the NHS, universities, industry and communities to improve health outcomes, reduce inequalities and stimulate economic development. Licensed and commissioned by NHS England and the Office for Life Sciences, we are part of a national network dedicated to spreading innovation at pace and scale. We are now seeking an exceptional Corporate Services Director to join our Senior Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the organisation's corporate services, ensuring that our people, systems and processes enable an agile, high-performing and impact-focused organisation. Working closely with the Executive Team, you will oversee functions including human resources, governance and compliance, communications, business systems and programme management, while managing key outsourced services such as IT and estates. You will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, strengthening operational effectiveness and supporting the delivery of our strategic ambitions. Deputising for the Executive Director of Operations when required, you will build trusted relationships with colleagues and suppliers, ensuring that corporate services align seamlessly with our mission and ambitions. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record in senior corporate or operational management. You will bring expertise in areas such as HR and organisational development, governance, business systems or communications, alongside strong commercial acumen and outstanding stakeholder engagement skills. Collaborative, forward-thinking and resilient, you will be motivated by the opportunity to support innovation that transforms health and care for rural and coastal communities. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Health Innovation South West on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit using reference ABXNB. Alternatively email . Applications should be received by noon on Tuesday 26 May. Please Note. This advert will be removed from the Guardian on 23rd May.