University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Digital Innovation Deputy Portfolio Lead
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Digital Innovation Hub at UCLH
The Digital Innovation Hub at UCLH is seeking an exceptional leader to help shape the future of digital health innovation. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of healthcare, research and technology, leading the translation of cutting-edge UCL digital research into real-world improvements for patients, staff and the wider NHS.
Working across UCLH and University College London, you will build trusted relationships with senior clinical, operational, academic and industry stakeholders, helping to identify, develop and accelerate innovations with the potential to transform care. You will lead a growing team, influence strategic decision-making and play a key role in strengthening one of the UK's leading health innovation ecosystems.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced digital programme or portfolio leader who combines strategic thinking with a practical delivery mindset, thrives in complex environments and is passionate about improving healthcare through innovation. You will join a collaborative, ambitious and supportive team with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of digital health at scale.
The successful candidate will lead the Digital Innovation Hub's programme to support the translation of digital health research from University College London (UCL) into operational use within UCLH. They will work with researchers, clinicians and operational teams to identify promising innovations, assess their potential impact and support their implementation in real-world healthcare settings.
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Key Responsibilities
- Leading the Digital Innovation Hub's programme
- Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
- Identifying, developing and accelerating innovations
- Leading a growing team and influencing strategic decision-making
- Developing and managing a portfolio of innovation projects
- Establishing effective processes for project selection and prioritisation
- Overseeing delivery, monitoring benefits and managing risks
- Acting as a key link between UCL and UCLH
- Building strong relationships across both organisations
- Helping researchers understand the practical requirements for successful NHS adoption
- Leading and developing a small team
- Providing expert programme and portfolio management support
- Contributing to the long-term sustainability of the service
- Representing the Digital Innovation Hub in senior stakeholder forums
Essential Skills
- Strong leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic planning
- Digital delivery skills
- Passion for improving healthcare through innovation
About UCLH
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
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Our Services
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
Our Specialties
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Sean Palmer
- Job Title: Digital Innovation Hub Portfolio Lead
- Email Address: sean.palmer@nhs.net
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