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Representing an NHS Trust at national level
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Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: HICSS Product Lead
Contract Type: Permanent
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Digital Product Lead, where you’ll play a key role in shaping, developing and delivering the HICSS products that make a real difference across healthcare. In this role, you’ll lead the management and development of HICSS, balancing business-as-usual delivery with continuous improvement, product roadmaps and new initiatives.
You’ll work closely with clinical, operational and technical teams to turn complex requirements into practical digital solutions, while ensuring safe, effective and user-focused outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, leadership and driving meaningful digital change in a fast-paced NHS environment.
About the team
The HICSS team provides operational support for the Endoscopy Management Software used at UHS and partner Trusts, and delivers regular upgrades to enhance and expand the functionality within these applications.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Digital Product Lead is responsible for leading the development, delivery and ongoing management of HICSS. The role includes prioritising and coordinating product and development work, overseeing upgrades and releases, and ensuring that services are safe, effective and aligned with business priorities.
The post holder works closely with clinical, operational, technical and commercial colleagues to translate complex requirements into practical digital solutions. The role also includes contributing to governance, supplier relationships, and reporting.
The role requires strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will need experience in digital product or service delivery, stakeholder engagement, roadmap and workload management, and translating complex technical or clinical requirements into clear plans and solutions.
They should also have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, confidence in presenting information, and the ability to support staff, influence senior stakeholders and work within governance, safety and data protection requirements.
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This advert is for HICSS Product Lead with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Lead (legacy administrative group) role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 pa or pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Sep 2026.
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