Executive Director of People, Culture and Governance
The Royal College of Surgeons
Hybrid 2-3 days in London.
c£120,000 per annum.
The Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) is a world-leading professional membership body and registered charity founded to advance the art and science of surgery. Our purpose today remains firmly focused on improving patient care and supporting the surgical profession at every stage of its journey.
We represent a diverse community of more than 30,000 members in the UK and around the world, including surgeons, dental professionals, trainees, students and the wider surgical care team. Our staff of over 300 colleagues, working alongside more than 1,100 volunteers, deliver a wide portfolio of education, training, assessment and support.
THE ROLE
RCS England has been a cornerstone of professional excellence for over two centuries, representing tens of thousands of surgeons, dental professionals, trainees and students across the UK and internationally.
This is an exceptional moment to be joining us. With a strong executive team in place and a new strategy being developed for launch in 2026, we are shaping a modern, progressive College – one that honours its proud heritage while building for the future.
As one of four Executive Directors, this role will sit at the heart of that transformation. It brings together our people, culture, governance, and heritage functions to create a more unified, connected organisation, one in which every colleague, volunteer, member and visitor feels a genuine sense of belonging and purpose.
INFORMATION
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To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides).
- A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.
Closing date
9.30 Monday 1st December
Preliminary interviews
early w/c 15th December
Final Panel interviews
w/c Monday 12th January 2026