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Rob Jepson has been appointed as CEO for Sodexo UK & Ireland’s Health & Care business with Philip Leigh leading on strategic projects across the region.
Prior to joining Sodexo Jepson was Group Director of Estates and Facilities at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK with 10 hospitals across seven separate sites and a long-standing client partner of Sodexo.
Sodexo Health & Care has over 7,500 employees delivering a balanced portfolio of food and FM services including patient nutrition, retail services, environmental care and infection prevention; technical services; facilities management, estate management, and property management; hotel services, security, and portering services, across different healthcare environments.
Jepson brings to the role extensive operational and leadership experience in facilities management across the public and private sectors. He is passionate about people development and an advocate for apprenticeships for people at all levels.
Commenting on his new appointment Jepson said: “Having worked so closely with Sodexo over the past four and a half years at MFT, I’ve seen not only the strength of its business but also the genuine, family feel that makes it such a valued partner. Joining Sodexo’s Health & Care team feels like a natural step, and I’m excited to build on the strong client relationships Philip has fostered. I can see that people sit at the heart of everything Sodexo does, and that aligns closely with my own priorities and values. I’m looking forward to working with the Health & Care team and our clients to address challenges together and to drive sustainable growth.”
Jean Renton, CEO Sodexo UK & Ireland commented: “I am pleased to welcome Rob as our new CEO for Health & Care. With his experience in leading NHS estates, multi-site operational delivery and commercial experience, Rob is well positioned to lead our Health & Care business and support our clients’ priorities for safe, reliable, and responsive services.”
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