Jonathan France
Ossett,Wakefield
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in pricing strategy formulation and business development within the insourcing industry. Demonstrates strong decision-making proficiency and excels in profit margin optimisation. Skilled in clinical coding and contract negotiation, driving business growth and efficiency. Committed to leveraging skills for strategic advancement in a dynamic business environment.
Has intimate knowledge of insourcing fundamentals and detailed experience of commercial modelling & NHS payment systems. Has fostered & grown working relations with various high level NHS stakeholders. Has operationally managed multiple staff & multidisciplinary teams throughout numerous insourcing projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Commercial Director
National Clinical Insourcing
London
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered commercial, revenue, and margin growth through strategic planning and accurate clinical coding.
- Led contracts and submissions for surgical and non-surgical tenders.
- Conducted extensive market research for informed decision-making.
- Led the negotiation of key contracts with major suppliers.
- Established robust client relationships resulting in repeat business.
- Developed new market strategies to boost brand visibility.
- Formulated pricing strategies to maximise profit margins.
- Developed commercial models for new surgical insourcing projects, collaborating with operations teams.
- Oversaw operational activities to ensure alignment with business goals.
- Mobilised surgical insourcing projects by deploying appropriate teams and coordinating with external providers.
- Ensured smooth handover of new projects through collaboration with operational teams.
- Tracked weekly revenues and margins to align with business objectives.
- Monitored key metrics, validated data, and identified opportunities for improvement and growth.
- Analysed performance of insourcing projects via comprehensive reporting.
Head of Surgical Insourcing Support
Healthcare Business Solutions Uk Ltd
Nottingham
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered operational support for multiple insourcing projects across UK.
- Achieved target margin growth through effective case mix planning and clinical coding accuracy.
- Collaborated with Sales & Operations teams to model new surgical insourcing projects, ensuring precise cost models received appropriate sign-off.
- Mobilised surgical insourcing projects by deploying the right teams and coordinating with external providers.
- Facilitated smooth handover of new projects through collaboration with operational teams.
- Tracked key metrics weekly, validating data and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Analysed performance of insourcing projects through comprehensive reporting.
- Cultivated key relationships with NHS stakeholders to enhance project outcomes.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning, improved workforce competency levels.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, achieved project milestones on schedule.
Surgical Programme SME
Remedy Healthcare Solutions
London
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive surgical insourcing service to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with sales and operations on commercial modelling of new projects.
- Mobilised insourcing projects, ensuring timely execution and resource allocation.
- Tracked key metrics weekly to identify areas for improvement and growth.
- Analysed performance of insourcing initiatives through detailed reporting.
- Maintained strong working relationships with NHS stakeholders to foster collaboration.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic plans.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, achieved project milestones on schedule.
- Liaised with stakeholders for transparent communication and better decision making.
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
Deputy Head of Insourcing & Coding Manager
Medacs Healthcare
London
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided operational support across various UK insourcing projects.
- Secured target margin growth via effective case mix planning and clinical coding accuracy.
- Collaborated on commercial modelling of new surgical insourcing initiatives with sales and operations teams.
- Executed mobilisation of surgical insourcing projects to enhance efficiency.
- Performed weekly tracking of key metrics, targeting improvement opportunities.
- Evaluated insourcing project performance through detailed reporting mechanisms.
- Fostered essential working relationships with NHS stakeholders for project success.
- Prioritised client satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality services.
- Directed daily operations, ensuring smooth business continuity.
- Streamlined internal processes by implementing new operational strategies.
Operations & Client Relationship Manager
Healthcare Business Solutions UK Ltd
Nottingham
06.2016 - 09.2020
- Delivered operational support for multiple insourcing projects across UK.
- Achieved target margin growth via strategic case mix planning and precise clinical coding.
- Collaborated on commercial modelling of new surgical insourcing initiatives with sales and operations teams.
- Assisted in mobilisation processes for surgical insourcing projects.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with NHS stakeholders to enhance project outcomes.
- Managed operations for various group services to ensure service quality.
- Delegated duties effectively to optimise workforce capabilities.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by refining workflow processes.
- Created and implemented strategies for improved operational efficiency, maximising profit potential.
Education
A-Levels - Biology
Woodkirk High School
Wakefield 09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - Sports Science
Woodkirk High School
Wakefield 09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - Technical Drawing
Woodkirk High School
Wakefield 09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - General Studies
Woodkirk High School
Wakefield 09/1999 - 07/2001
Skills
- Pricing strategy development
- Profit margin optimisation
- Case mix analysis/planning
- Contract negotiation
- Clinical coding expertise
Affiliations
- Club cricketer
- Oulton CC Secretary
- Junior Cricket coach (U13's)
- ECB Foundation Coach - Level 1
Timeline
Commercial Director
National Clinical Insourcing
02.2025 - 06.2025
Head of Surgical Insourcing Support
Healthcare Business Solutions Uk Ltd
04.2024 - 02.2025
Surgical Programme SME
Remedy Healthcare Solutions
10.2022 - 04.2023
Deputy Head of Insourcing & Coding Manager
Medacs Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2022
Operations & Client Relationship Manager
Healthcare Business Solutions UK Ltd
06.2016 - 09.2020
A-Levels - Biology
Woodkirk High School
09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - Sports Science
Woodkirk High School
09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - Technical Drawing
Woodkirk High School
09/1999 - 07/2001
A-Levels - General Studies
Woodkirk High School
09/1999 - 07/2001
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