NHSPS appoints new Director of Communications and Marketing

Jon joins the Government-owned property organisation from QinetiQ, where he led their marketing and communications. With extensive expertise, including media relations, stakeholder management and internal communications, Jon’s range of experience is highly relevant to NHSPS which exists to help the NHS get the most from its estate, ensuring it is consistently fit for purpose and enabling healthcare professionals to deliver excellent patient care.

Prior to QinetiQ, Jon led communications and media relations at Southeastern Trains, the Financial Times and PR agencies.

 He said: “I am excited to be joining NHS Property Services at a time of transformation as we continue to make significant changes that will deliver improvements for both our existing and prospective customers, NHS colleagues and patients. I am looking forward to bringing my experience to NHSPS and making a meaningful contribution to the organisation and the communities it serves.” 

Martin Steele, Chief Executive Officer at NHSPS said: “The Executive Board are delighted to welcome Jon to the organisation, and we look forward to working closely with him as we embark on the next step on our journey to be the best property and facilities provider to the NHS. I am certain that Jon’s knowledge and experience will benefit NHSPS greatly, as we continue to transform our organisation shaping our brand, reputation and engagement with colleagues and stakeholders.”

About NHSPS  

NHSPS is a government-owned company which exists to help the NHS get the most from its estate and ensure that it is consistently fit for purpose so that healthcare professionals can deliver excellent patient care. Our portfolio is one of the largest in the UK, comprising more than 3,000 properties with 7,000 tenants across England. At a total value of more than £3bn, this represents about 10% of the total NHS estate. Our properties range from listed buildings to state-of-the-art integrated health campuses.