Employer: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Job Title: Assistant Business Manager
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £31,516 – £38,364 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Application Closing Date: 19 November 2025
Job Summary
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a highly motivated and experienced administrative professional to join the Estates & Facilities Division as an Assistant Business Manager.
This leadership role provides an opportunity to contribute to service development, workforce planning, and digital transformation within the division. The successful candidate will support the Business Support Manager, deputising in their absence, and lead the Business Administration team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant services.
The position also involves developing, implementing, and managing systems and processes that support operational excellence across the division.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties of the Role
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Lead and manage the Business Administration team, including recruitment, PADRs, and performance management
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Analyse KPIs and business performance data to support improvement initiatives
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Coordinate training, onboarding, and workforce development
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Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to policy creation
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Provide expert advice on system usage, processes, and compliance
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Support service remodelling and adaptation in line with organisational strategy
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Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and promote best practices
About Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. Serving a population of over 650,000 and employing more than 16,000 staff, the Health Board offers a supportive and collaborative environment for professionals at every stage of their careers.
The organisation provides integrated acute, primary, and community healthcare services, offering staff opportunities for growth, development, and long-term progression.
Employees benefit from:
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A comprehensive training and development package
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Paid mandatory training and in-house learning programmes
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Opportunities for recognised qualifications and management development
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Flexible working options promoting work-life balance
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Occupational health support and a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence initiative
The Clinical Futures Strategy continues to advance care delivery, emphasising high-quality hospital services and care closer to home.
Job Description
A full Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the supporting documents or accessed through the official Trac application portal.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge (Essential)
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Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience
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NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration or equivalent knowledge
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In-depth understanding of ABUHB workforce and system policies
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ILM Level 3 Supervisory Management or equivalent experience
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Super-user knowledge of E-Systems
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Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable:
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ECDL or equivalent certificate
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Certificate in Personnel Practice
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Understanding of NHS pay terms and conditions
Experience (Essential)
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Proven record of delivering objectives and outcomes to deadlines
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Experience with e-recruitment and electronic workforce systems (preferably in NHS)
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Customer-focused experience handling confidential information
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word)
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Experience with NHS Trac Jobs and ESR Business Intelligence Tools
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Team management and relationship-building experience
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Development of SOPs and data reporting using electronic systems
Desirable:
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Experience with change configuration and information management systems
Skills and Attributes (Essential)
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Strong presentation and analytical skills
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Professional, customer-oriented approach
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Methodical, systematic, and organised work ethic
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Ability to prioritise and deliver outcomes under pressure
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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Leadership and motivational ability
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High attention to detail and problem-solving capability
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Ability to build effective relationships and work independently
Desirable:
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Welsh language skills (Levels 1–5: understanding, speaking, reading, writing)
Other Requirements
Essential:
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Willingness to undertake further training
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Flexibility to work at different locations across the Health Board
Desirable:
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Ability to travel within and outside the ABUHB locality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to review any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications are welcome from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. All applications will be considered equally.
From 6 April 2017, applicants for UK entry clearance must provide criminal record certificates for any country lived in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
How to Apply:
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official website for more information — click here to apply now.