Visa note
While this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible international candidates, applicants must verify their visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The certificate of sponsorship is subject to UK immigration regulations and does not guarantee visa approval.
Job summary
NTH Solutions is a subsidiary of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, part of the University Hospital Tees Group, established to deliver high-quality estates, facilities, procurement and support services that underpin excellent patient care. Our remit includes operational estates delivery, capital projects, facilities services, domestic and catering teams, portering, and related support functions across the University Hospitals Tees sites.
We are now seeking an exceptional managing director to lead our organisation into its next phase of growth and innovation, ensuring we deliver outstanding services that reflect University Hospital Tees values and strategic ambitions.
Company information
Company: North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions
Employment type: Permanent
Language: English
Application deadline: 09 November 2025
Employer website: https://nthsolutions.co.uk
Certificate of sponsorship status: Certificate of Sponsorship available
Location details
Location: University Hospital of North Tees
Address: University Hospital of North Tees, Stockton, TS19 8PE
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 345-NTHS7556435
Salary and benefits
Salary: £100,000 to £150,000 a year per annum pro rata
Pay scheme: Very senior manager (VSM)
Date posted: 16 October 2025
Essential qualifications
Degree or significant experience at a senior level in a relevant field (e.g. business management, engineering, estates/facilities management, or healthcare leadership)
Demonstrable experience operating at a senior leadership level within a complex organisation
Evidence of continuous professional development, particularly in leadership, governance, or strategic planning
Desirable qualifications
Postgraduate qualification (e.g. MBA, MSc in Facilities Management, Healthcare Leadership, or Strategic Management)
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIBSE, or equivalent)
Formal training in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP)
Experience working within or alongside NHS organisations or public sector bodies
Essential experience
Proven leadership and strategic management capabilities
Strong analytical and innovative thinking
Excellent communication and presentation skills
High degree of commercial and business understanding
Strong financial management expertise including budgetary, pricing, risk management and mitigation
Job responsibilities
The Managing Director will lead the strategic and operational management of the LLP, driving performance, innovation, and growth. You will:
- Develop and implement a long-term strategic plan aligned with UHTs vision and priorities
- Lead a diverse workforce across estates, facilities, and domestic services, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, development and continuous improvement
- Ensure the effective management of resources, budgets, and contracts to deliver high-quality, cost-effective services
- Drive innovation and sustainability across NTH Solutions
- Build strong relationships with UHT leaders, clinical teams, regulators, and external partners to ensure a seamless and patient-focused service delivery
- Lead on governance, risk management, and statutory compliance for all operational areas
About the company
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions is an NHS owned company of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will be an employee of the subsidiary and not the NHS.
Person specification: Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Proven leadership and strategic management capabilities
- Strong analytical and innovative thinking
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong understanding of estates and facilities management including lifecycle planning, compliance, sustainability, and service delivery models
- Experience in leading organisational change, including service transformation, workforce development, and cultural alignment
Desirable
- Strategic insight into NHS operations and policy frameworks
- Knowledge of corporate governance and regulatory compliance, including health and safety, risk management, and environmental standards
- Understanding of procurement and supply chain management, particularly within public sector frameworks
- Ability to navigate complex contractual arrangements, including PFI, joint ventures, and LLP structures
Person specification: Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or significant experience at a senior level in a relevant field (e.g. business management, engineering, estates/facilities management, or healthcare leadership)
- Demonstrable experience operating at a senior leadership level within a complex organisation
- Evidence of continuous professional development, particularly in leadership, governance, or strategic planning
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification (e.g. MBA, MSc in Facilities Management, Healthcare Leadership, or Strategic Management)
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIBSE, or equivalent)
- Formal training in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP)
- Experience working within or alongside NHS organisations or public sector bodies
Person specification: Experience
Essential
- High degree of commercial and business understanding
- Strong financial management expertise including budgetary, pricing, risk management and mitigation
- Proven business development skills that have resulted in major income streams
- An understanding of the implications of contracts and contract law
- An understanding of the commercial issues facing the NHS
Desirable
- Substantial leadership experience within the healthcare sector
- In-depth knowledge of the NHS gained either directly or as a partner/supplier
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Employer details
Employer name: North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions
Address: University Hospital of North Tees, Stockton, TS19 8PE
Employer website: https://nthsolutions.co.uk
For questions about the job, contact Michael Houghton (Managing Director) at [email protected]
How to apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website.
For international applicants:
- Verify your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa with UK Visas and Immigration
- Prepare required documentation including proof of qualifications, work experience, and English language proficiency
- Gather criminal record certificates from all countries where you have lived for 12+ months in the past 10 years
- Contact Michael Houghton at [email protected] to discuss sponsorship requirements before applying
- Complete your application through the NHS Jobs portal ensuring all sections are filled accurately
Privacy notice
North Tees & Hartlepool Solutions’s privacy notice is available at https://www.nth.nhs.uk/support/privacy/
Supporting documents
Job Description – Managing Director.pdf (PDF, 937 KB) is available for download.
