We are seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership for technology across the Royal Free London Group. Reporting to the Chief Digital and Information Officer, this senior role will lead the Trust’s enterprise technology strategy, architecture, infrastructure, cyber security, platforms and service operations, ensuring our digital foundations are secure, resilient and fit for the future.
The CTO will play a critical role in enabling safe, high-quality patient care and supporting clinical and operational transformation across all Trust sites. You will oversee complex technology services, major investment decisions, supplier partnerships and risk management, ensuring technology delivers value, reliability and innovation at scale.
As a key member of the Digital senior leadership team, you will work closely with clinical, operational and corporate leaders, system partners and national bodies to align technology with organisational priorities and NHS standards. You will lead and develop high-performing teams, drive continuous improvement, and act as Deputy CDIO when required.
This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced digital and technology executive who can combine strategic vision, technical credibility and operational grip to help shape the future of healthcare technology across one of the largest NHS Trust groups.
The Chief Technology Officer will provide senior leadership for technology across the Royal Free London Group, ensuring that digital infrastructure, platforms, systems and services are secure, resilient, effective and aligned to the Trust’s strategic priorities.
The postholder will:
Lead the Trust’s enterprise technology strategy, architecture and technology roadmap.
Provide expert advice to the Chief Digital and Information Officer and executive leaders on technology risks, opportunities and investment.
Ensure technology supports safe, high-quality patient care and effective operational delivery across all Trust sites.
Lead the development of scalable, interoperable and future-ready technology platforms.
Manage technology-related risks, cyber security assurance and business continuity arrangements.
Oversee technology budgets, procurement, supplier relationships and commercial performance.
Drive innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies to improve patient outcomes, staff experience and operational efficiency.
Lead, develop and support high-performing technology teams, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Work closely with clinical, operational, corporate, system and national partners to ensure technology enables transformation and meets NHS standards.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
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