Job summary
We are currently looking for a Chief Officer, Digital Technologies to join our Digital & Technology group.
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based at 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. We are open to requests for flexible working. Please discuss this with the hiring manager before accepting an appointment.
We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 12 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. There will be a requirement for national and international travel which will include
overnight stays.
Who are we?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is the UK’s sovereign regulator for medicines, including biological medicines, medical devices, and blood products. Our primary purpose is to ensure that products intended for the UK market are safe and effective and to monitor the ongoing safety of licensed products. We improve and protect the health of millions of people every day by making sure healthcare products in the UK meet the highest standards and are safe to use.
Advances in healthcare will put digital innovation at the forefront of our work. Digital transformation is a critical component in building a high-quality, cost-effective healthcare system, which improves patient outcomes and makes healthcare more accessible to all. Digital technologies are also an important part of the UK life science industry, which is a vital part of the UK Government’s strategy to promote growth in the UK economy. As a national regulator of these technologies, the MHRA has an important role in ensuring the MedTech and Health AI industry is able to flourish in the UK, in a way that improves patient care and benefits the economy.
Job description
What’s the role?
We are seeking to appoint to a new role of Chief Officer, Digital Technologies who will be a thought leader, able to engage with digital research and development, the MedTech industry, and our international partners to synthesise the changes we need to make as a regulator. As an internal service provider, the postholder will also oversee our internal digital infrastructure and services, ensuring that we implement enabling technology solutions that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
