Head of Product x 4

at  Digital Health and Care Wales

Transform Healthcare in Wales: Lead the Way in Digital Innovation
Are you ready to use your passion for product leadership to transform healthcare technology and make a real difference in people’s lives?
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is seeking four passionate and experienced Heads of Product to collaboratively shape the future of digital health in Wales. These are pivotal leadership roles with the opportunity to impact patient care and clinical staff experiences across the nation
About Us
DHCW delivers critical digital services in response to NHS Wales strategy set by Welsh Government. We are driving an ambitious and transformative digital strategy with a portfolio of products vital to the NHS. Our work supports clinicians in providing safe and effective patient care and empowers patients to manage their own health and wellbeing
About the Roles
As a Head of Product, you will be a senior leader within DHCW, influencing and informing policies regarding healthcare products and systems. You will lead the vision, strategy, and roadmap for a suite of products, championing a user-centred approach and ensuring alignment with DHCW’s strategic objectives.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Proven Experience: A strong track record of successfully leading and delivering digital products within complex environments, ideally within the health or public sector
User-Centricity: A deep understanding of user-centred design principles and experience in conducting user research to inform product development
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is part of the NHS Wales family and has an important role in changing the way health and care services are delivered through technology and data. The organisation supports frontline staff with modern systems and access to important information about their patients, while empowering the people of Wales to manage their own health through digital NHS Wales services.
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
Join our game changing, life-saving team and start making a real difference to health and care services in Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy, aligning with organisational goal
Leadership and Communication: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, build consensus, and foster collaboration
Agile and Lean Methodologies: Experience working in agile environments and applying lean principles to optimise product development processes

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with GDS standards and best practices
Knowledge of digital health in the NHS, understanding of health and care information governance and software change validation procedures
Understanding of clinical safety and risk management in digital health
The ability to speak Welsh. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

BENEFITS:

Make a Difference: Contribute to the transformation of healthcare in Wales and improve the lives of millions
Be a Leader: Shape the future of digital health and lead high-performing teams
Professional Development: Benefit from excellent learning and development opportunities in a supportive environment
Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible working options to support your wellbeing
Join Us
If you’re a driven and innovative product leader seeking a rewarding opportunity, apply no

Strategic Leadership: Define and champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for your product suite, ensuring alignment with DHCW and NHS Wales strategic objectives
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire high-performing product teams comprised of product managers, designers, user researchers, developers, validation and operational support using the ITIL framework
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation and discovery through to delivery, iteration, and continuous improvement
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders across NHS Wales, including clinicians, patients, and technology partners
Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilise data and analytics to inform product development, measure success, and drive continuous improvement
Accessibility and Inclusivity: Champion the creation of digital services that are accessible and inclusive to all users, regardless of their needs and abilities