Global Wellness & Mental Health Director

International Health Care; Brentford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Wellness & Mental Health Director to lead innovative health consulting strategies. This senior role involves engaging with clients, developing evidence-based solutions, and driving mental health initiatives across Europe and Africa. The ideal candidate will possess a medical degree, extensive experience in mental health consultancy, and strong leadership skills. You'll thrive in a hybrid work environment, collaborating with diverse teams while making a significant impact on client wellbeing. Join a company recognized as a Top Employer in the UK, where your contributions will foster a culture of inclusion and support.

Benefits

Discount schemes (Cycle2work, season ticket loans, gym discounts)

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Enjoy Work events

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Senior experience in mental health and wellness consultancy or in-house.
• Medical degree and GMC registration or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and engage with clients on mental health solutions.
• Lead the creation of evidence-based health consulting strategies.

Skills

Mental Health Consultancy

Cross-Cultural Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Global Wellness & Mental Health Director

International SOS is the world’s leading medical and security services company with over 12,000 employees working in 1,000 locations in 90 countries. Established 35 years ago, we have become the market leader in global telehealth services and digital health solutions for an extensive client base of Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, and governments around the world.

About the role

As a Strategic Health Advisor in the Wellness & Mental Health (W&MH) team, you will collaborate on business development activities and provide expert advice on health consultancy, focusing on mental health and wellness. You will drive the creation of evidence-based strategies and ensure the delivery of high-quality consulting solutions across Europe and Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Support business development activities and engage with prospective and current clients.
• Lead the creation of comprehensive, evidence-based strategies for health consulting, focusing on mental health and wellness.
• Provide professional medical services and health expertise to shape the W&MH strategy.
• Deliver health consulting solutions to clients, specifically focusing on mental health and wellbeing.
• Maintain relationships with key clients and identify consulting solutions to complement their services.
• Collaborate with peers across regions to share best practices and identify market trends.
• Assist in designing and implementing programs for new and existing clients.
• Represent International SOS in professional forums and the media.

About you

• Senior role experience in mental health and wellness, either in consultancy or in-house.
• Cross-cultural people management experience, particularly in Europe and Africa.
• Medical degree from a recognized university and GMC registration or equivalent is essential.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are advantageous.
• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally, up to 50% of the time.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal duty hours as required.
• Experience in developing mental health and wellness strategies in a consultancy or corporate context.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work under pressure.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.

Hybrid working: 3 days in the office.

Benefits

• Discount schemes (Cycle2work, season ticket loans, gym discounts)
• Access to our Employee Assistance & Employee Support Programme
• Access to Chiswick Business Park Enjoy Work events (if based in London)
• We celebrate diversity on a global scale and encourage every colleague to bring their personal best by creating an environment of inclusion and equal support.

Address: Building 4, 566 Chiswick High Road London W4 5YE United Kingdom

At International SOS, we offer a great working environment, thanks to our commitment to flexible working, diversity, and development. We encourage every person to be their personal best by creating an environment of inclusion, equality, and support.

International SOS has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK by the Top Employer’s Institute (TEI) for 2024.