Client Services & Training Lead – HealthTech, Ref: 057

Role Type

Client Services | Training Lead | Customer Success | Regional Account Manager

Skills / Experience

Leadership | Business Strategy | Sales | Training | Stakeholder Engagement | Problem Solving

Availability

Immediately available

Contract Preference

Currently in a part-time contract. looking for contract, fractional or Perm role

Salary / Rate Expectation

Negotiable

Profile

With over 29 years of experience supporting customers across the NHS and related organisations, this individual brings a broad and unique background in product implementation and stakeholder engagement. They have worked across the full lifecycle of programmes—helping to introduce, support, and optimise both new and existing solutions—always with a strong focus on customer needs.

Since 2018, they have run their own consultancy, supporting companies in bringing innovative products into the NHS and assisting staff with the adoption of IT systems and services. Their work consistently bridges the gap between technology providers and frontline users, ensuring smooth transitions and lasting value.

A proven leader, they have managed teams in multiple roles and are passionate about creating supportive, high-performing environments. With a strong emphasis on mentoring and coaching, they help individuals grow professionally and personally. Collaborative by nature, they are committed to fostering a team culture built on trust, respect, and shared goals.

Experience

Training Lead & Regional Manager (Feb 2020 – May 2025)Healthcare IT / NHS Digital Support

  • Established a new training function, creating CPD-accredited courses and managing content delivery across a range of digital health projects.
  • Delivered webinars, one-to-one sessions, and group Q&As to NHS staff covering Office365, telephony systems, and other digital tools.
  • Provided direct support to GP practices and care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic to improve digital communication methods.
  • Led a team of Project Support Officers, overseeing day-to-day operations and personal development.
  • Engaged with NHS stakeholders to align services with local needs and ensure high-quality delivery.

Freelance Healthcare IT Consultant (Jan 2019 – Present)Healthcare IT Consultancy

  • Supported multiple healthcare technology vendors in introducing their solutions to NHS settings.
  • Developed and implemented training and rollout plans for new digital health products.
  • Worked with NHS England on national-scale implementation as part of a central delivery team.
  • Provided change management and people development support across NHS organisations during system transitions.

Regional Manager – Customer Relations (Oct 2011 – Nov 2018)Primary Care / HealthTech

  • Managed a team of field and desk-based Account Managers supporting GP and community services across the UK.
  • Focused on customer retention, satisfaction, and sales performance across central and southern England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
  • Oversaw recruitment, performance reviews, KPI setting, and staff development.
  • Acted as a point of escalation for complaints and service issues, ensuring positive outcomes.
  • Contributed to internal process improvement based on customer feedback and frontline insight.

Senior Trainer (Approx. 2009 – 2011)Primary Care / HealthTech

  • Delivered clinical system training to GP and community staff across the UK.
  • Led induction training and assessments for new internal staff.
  • Provided peer support and knowledge sharing as a product specialist and senior team member.

Implementation Lead – National Clinical System Programme (During tenure ending Nov 2018)HealthTech / NHS Digital Transformation

  • Played a key role in the UK’s largest rollout of a clinical system, covering over 5,500 NHS sites.
  • Managed installation processes, on-site delivery, and customer communications.
  • Identified and managed project risks and delays to maintain programme timelines.

Contract Project Manager (Sep 2008 – Jun 2011)Secondary Care / NHS IT Projects

  • Led the rollout of a clinical system to 130+ secondary care locations across NHS services, supporting over 3,000 users.
  • Managed project planning, stakeholder engagement, and implementation logistics.

Contract Project Engineer & Trainer (Apr 2008 – Sep 2008)Secondary Care / NHS IT Deployment

  • Configured and deployed 1,000+ laptops to healthcare teams.
  • Delivered hands-on clinical system training to secondary care staff across the region.

Field Support Consultant & Installation Engineer (Sep 1996 – Feb 2008)Primary Care / HealthTech

  • Installed and supported clinical systems at GP practices across the UK and Europe.
  • Provided critical on-site troubleshooting and technical support during high-priority events.

 

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