University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
We're looking for an Associate Digital Project Manager to join our Digital Programmes team and help deliver digital change across University Hospital Southampton. This is an exciting opportunity to help improve services for patients and staff through the successful delivery of digital projects and initiatives. The role supports the planning and delivery of small digital projects while also contributing to larger programmes that drive transformation across the Trust.
Working with clinical, operational and technical teams, you'll help coordinate project activities, manage plans, risks and reporting, engage stakeholders and support the implementation of new digital solutions. You'll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from early project development and feasibility through to delivery and benefits realisation, while contributing to the continuous improvement of our project management practices.
Reporting to a Digital Project Manager you'll work closely with colleagues across the Digital team, clinical services, operational teams, third-party suppliers and other stakeholders across the Trust. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, motivated and keen to develop their project management career while making a tangible difference to healthcare services through digital innovation.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
As an Associate Digital Project Manager, you will:
- Lead the planning and delivery of small digital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and deliver agreed benefits.
- Support larger digital programmes by coordinating project activities, maintaining plans, managing risks and producing reports for stakeholders and governance groups.
- Work closely with clinical, operational, technical and supplier teams to support the successful implementation of digital solutions.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of project management methodologies, standards and documentation within the Digital Programme Management Office.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience of supporting or delivering projects through the full project lifecycle using recognised project management methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall.
- Strong organisational skills with experience of creating, maintaining and reporting on project plans, risks, issues and other project documentation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present information clearly and work effectively with a wide range of people.
- A recognised project management qualification at foundation level, or equivalent knowledge and experience, together with a passion for digital transformation and continuous improvement.
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient amount of applications are received.
