Navigating NHS Executive Recruitment Challenges

This chapter explores the significant difficulties NHS trusts face in recruiting and retaining senior executives, marked by high turnover rates and reliance on costly executive search firms. It discusses the complex interplay of salary adjustments, performance metrics, and the financial strain on trusts, highlighting concerns about attracting talent amidst negative perceptions of NHS management. Furthermore, the chapter examines the implications of workforce reductions on maintaining safety standards while addressing financial stability within the organization.