Deputy Chief People Officer

Are you an ambitious HR leader ready to take the next step toward becoming a Chief People Officer?

We are seeking a dynamic and values-driven Deputy Chief People Officer to join our senior leadership team at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of our workforce and leading large-scale change that will make a real difference to our people and patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chief People Officer in creating and delivering the Trust's Brilliant People Strategy and People & Culture Plan.
• Lead on workforce transformation, organisational development, and cultural change across a large, complex NHS Trust.
• Provide strategic leadership across all areas of HR, including employee relations, workforce intelligence, and business partnering.
• Champion diversity, equity and inclusion, and help embed a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and represent the People Directorate at executive and board level.

This role is ideal for someone who is ready to step into a broader leadership position and is looking to progress to a Chief People Officer role in the future.

About Us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching hospitals, with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, research, and innovation. We are proud to serve our local communities in South East London and provide world-renowned specialist services to patients across the UK and beyond.

Our vision is to be BOLD:

• Brilliant people
• Outstanding care
• Leaders in research, innovation and education
• Diversity, equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do

We are committed to creating a kind, respectful, and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

About You

• Significant senior HR leadership experience within the NHS.
• A strong track record of leading transformational change and improving staff experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and strategic thinking skills.
• A passion for people, culture, and making a difference.

We're looking for someone who brings energy, determination, and resilience - this role will challenge you, but if you're ready to work hard, you'll have the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

Apply now and help shape the future of healthcare at King's.

A full Recruitment Pack can be downloaded from this page.