Automation Manager | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London is seeking an individual to lead their automation implementation program. The successful candidate will manage a team of developers and business analysts to enhance efficiency through innovative automation solutions. Strong communication skills and a technical background in automation are crucial. The role involves collaboration across departments to ensure successful outcomes in a healthcare setting. This position offers a supportive environment and the opportunity to impact patient services significantly.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive NHS benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a small team of developers and analysts.
• Experience in prioritizing technology adoption and deliverables.
• Familiarity with tracking benefits realized in a healthcare context.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team identifying automation opportunities.
• Track efficiencies and report to leadership.
• Work across departments to develop a reputation for the automation team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical competency in automation

Team management

Understanding of healthcare services

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

Overview

An exciting new opportunity has arisen at the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to lead the automation implementation programme. The new position offers the rare opportunity to directly manage the formation of a new technology service. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of the full scope of the automation services, ensuring full technical consideration is given to meet the efficiency demands of the Trust.

As well as being technically competent, the post holder will be required to work across departments and all levels of the organisation, demonstrating understanding of the operational pressures experienced by healthcare services within a secondary care NHS Trust.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of automation developers and business analysts, identifying opportunities for automation and benefits realisation.
• Prioritise team deliverables and adoption of new technologies and tools, in-line with Trust objectives.
• Measure and track the benefits realised to report to the Head of Data Systems on efficiencies made.
• Strong communication skills working with heads of departments and services as stakeholders to further develop a strong reputation for the automation team.
• Keen interest and understanding of the latest automation technology available and the technical complexities with adoption, particularly within a healthcare setting.
• Ability to lead the professional development of the team, maintaining high and consistent standards of processes and documentation.

About University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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.

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

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.

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.

How to Learn More

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Why Work at UCLH

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff.

UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey, UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025.