Pharmacy Manager

W Talent; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

W Talent is seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee a network of 22 community pharmacies across Derbyshire, England. In this role, you will drive operational excellence and team performance while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations and healthcare standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in pharmacy management with a proven track record in commercial results, leadership, and team development. A full UK driving license is required, with preferred qualifications including GPhC registration.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of delivering operational and commercial results.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills.
• Sound understanding of community pharmacy regulations and NHS services.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a network of 22 community pharmacies.
• Ensure compliance, efficiency, and service delivery.
• Recruit, develop, and retain pharmacy teams.
• Deliver against sales, margin, and cost targets.
• Expand NHS and private services.
• Maintain GPhC standards and conduct audits.

Skills

Leadership and people development

Operational management

Commercial performance

Community pharmacy regulations

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Area Manager to lead and develop our network of 22 community pharmacies across Derbyshire. You'll be responsible for driving operational excellence, team performance, and patient care standards while supporting our continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational leadership across all 22 sites, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and consistent service delivery
• People management – recruiting, developing, and retaining pharmacy teams; managing performance and succession planning
• Commercial performance – delivering against sales, margin, and cost targets; identifying growth opportunities
• Service development – expanding NHS and private services, driving uptake of Pharmacy First and other clinical offerings
• Compliance & governance – maintaining GPhC standards, conducting audits, and managing risk
• Stakeholder engagement – building relationships with NHS commissioners, PCNs, and local healthcare partners

What We're Looking For

• Strong track record of delivering operational and commercial results
• Excellent leadership and people development skills
• Sound understanding of community pharmacy regulations and NHS services
• Full UK driving licence

Preferred:

• GPhC-registered Pharmacist
• Experience managing multiple sites
• Background in independent or regional pharmacy groups