CEO

A leading healthcare organisation in Singapore is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to spearhead an ambitious expansion and corporate transformation. This role offers the unique opportunity to guide a high-performing network through a pivotal growth phase, scaling operations from a mature footprint to increased growth. The successful candidate will be entrusted with full P&L ownership, overseeing the activation of 4 new sites while continuously identifying future opportunities.

What you'll do:

As CEO, you will play a central role in guiding the organisation through an exciting period of transformation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve orchestrating the mobilisation of four new Build-Own-Lease sites while ensuring that all phases are delivered on time and within budget. You will drive business development efforts by actively pursuing new tenders and expansion opportunities, leveraging your expertise in institutional bidding. A key focus will be on elevating the corporate headquarters instilling accountability, breaking down silos, and fostering a high-performance culture that supports continuous scaling.

You will also champion HR modernisation by implementing advanced talent acquisition strategies and performance frameworks. Technology integration across clinical, HRIS, and accounting systems will be essential for efficient operations. Success in this role requires balancing rapid growth with financial stewardship; you must protect cash flow margins as you expand. Regular collaboration with the Board ensures alignment on strategic objectives while transparent reporting keeps stakeholders informed. Your ability to nurture teams, build trust across departments, and create an inclusive environment will be critical as you shape the future direction of this healthcare leader.

• Guide the organisation through its next phase of growth by managing the transition from current operations to an expanded network
• Personally lead the activation and commissioning of four newly secured sites, ensuring timely delivery within budget and regulatory standards.
• Develop and execute long-term expansion strategies by identifying new markets, care verticals, and asset acquisition targets beyond the immediate milestone.
• Architect highly competitive institutional and government tender submissions to secure additional site contracts.
• Completely overhaul the Human Resources department by implementing modern performance management frameworks and data-driven recruitment strategies.
• Audit, professionalise, and elevate the entire corporate headquarters to establish clear accountability and eliminate siloed operations.
• Drive seamless integration of clinical, HRIS, and accounting platforms—including AI—to ensure efficient support for a large-scale network.
• Ensure rapid ramp-up of new sites achieves target occupancy quickly while protecting cash flow margins at scale.
• Work closely with the Chairman and Board of Directors to provide transparent operational KPIs and progress updates on expansions and tenders.
• Maintain cost discipline by modernising corporate functions efficiently without adding unnecessary overhead that could dilute existing margins.

What you bring:

The successful candidate brings extensive experience managing large-scale operations within healthcare or related sectors. Your proven track record includes overseeing multi-site networks with significant unit volumes. You have demonstrated grit in business development—structuring successful bids for institutional contracts—and possess deep knowledge of change management principles applied to both corporate restructuring and HR transformation. Financial stewardship is second nature; you expertly manage complex P&Ls while safeguarding margins during expansion phases. Your leadership style is collaborative yet decisive; you build trust among teams through empathy and open communication. Technological proficiency allows you to integrate advanced platforms seamlessly into daily operations. Strategic thinking guides your interactions with boards as you deliver clear progress reports aligned with organisational objectives. Above all, your commitment to inclusivity ensures that every team member feels valued as part of a shared mission.

In order to be successful for this role you must be able to demonstrate:

• At least three to five years as the primary operational engine (such as COO or Deputy CEO) running multi-site networks of significant scale and volumes.
• Growth & Tendering Grit: You possess proven experience pitching for, structuring, or winning high-stakes institutional or government bids; your commitment drives continuous pursuit of new deals rather than resting on existing assets.
• Change Management & HR Savvy: You have successfully restructured corporate teams or led major transformations within HR departments; your approach builds robust infrastructure capable of supporting rapid growth.
• Financial Execution: You demonstrate sharp financial acumen with comfort managing complex P&Ls; you understand how to protect cash flow margin during periods of expansion.
• Leadership & Culture Fit: Your executive presence is matched by emotional intelligence; you can modernise offices while collaborating respectfully with long-tenured clinical leaders.
• Technology Integration Experience: You are adept at integrating platforms such as clinical systems, HRIS, accounting softwaremto streamline workflows across large organisations.
• Strategic Communication Skills: You excel at providing transparent operational KPIs and progress updates to boards or senior stakeholders.
• Inclusive Team Building: Your interpersonal skills foster trust across departments; you nurture supportive environments where diverse perspectives thrive.
• Commitment to Governance: You uphold modern corporate governance standards while aligning teams around shared goals.
• Resilience & Adaptability: You remain dependable under pressure; your flexibility enables you to respond effectively to evolving challenges.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to delivering premium healthcare services while embracing ambitious growth targets. Having recently secured four new sites is a testament to its reputation for operational excellence—it is poised for trans formative expansion over the coming years. The company’s mature footprint generates robust cash flow margins thanks to optimised processes and dedicated staff. The culture here is inclusive—valuing collaboration across departments—and supportive leadership ensures that every voice is heard during times of change. Joining this team means becoming part of an organisation that values compassion as much as performance; it offers both stability today and exciting prospects for tomorrow.

What's next:

If you are ready to step up into a trans formative leadership role where your vision can shape the future of healthcare delivery in Singapore, we encourage you to apply now!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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