Medical Director & Consultant in Palliative Medicine

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a Medical Director & Consultant in Palliative Medicine to drive innovation and excellence in palliative care services. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, implementing strategic plans, and providing educational support. Candidates must hold a higher medical qualification, GMC registration, and significant experience in palliative care. An attractive compensation package is offered, along with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration as a medical practitioner.
• Eligibility for GMC Specialist Register in Palliative Medicine.
• Experience in a wide range of palliative care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership within the regional team.
• Collaborate to implement the place-based programme.
• Develop strategic plans for clinical services.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Palliative care experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Higher Medical Qualification (FRCP, MRCP, etc.)

GMC registration

Higher degree (MSc, MD, PhD)

Job description

Medical Director & Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Exciting Opportunity: Medical Director at Marie Curie, LondonMarie Curie is seeking an exceptional Medical Director to lead and shape the future of palliative care services, driving innovation and excellence in patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job

Marie Curie is working in partnership with the Royal Free Hospital to establish two new palliative care services.

The successful candidate will provide senior medical support and leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, flexible, responsive, and person-centred palliative care to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medical leadership within the regional team.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director to implement the place-based programme of work in the region.
• Contribute to the integration of inpatient and community services within Marie Curie and with other providers.
• Develop future strategic plans for clinical and educational services.
• Use specialist palliative care knowledge to identify opportunities for innovative clinical practice.
• Act as an ambassador for Marie Curie locally and regionally.

The post holder will also be involved in training and education initiatives, including undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes, as well as clinical supervision of resident medical staff and healthcare professional colleagues. This will be in collaboration with the Royal Free specialist palliative care team and neighbouring palliative care services.

About us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Job responsibilities

Job Title:Medical Director - Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Location:Marie Curie, London (based at the Royal Free Hospital)

Salary:NHS Pay Circular M&D 2/2025 £109,725 to £145,478 per annum pro rata plus London Weighting. (Placement on the salary scale is dependent on experience.) Plus 2% availability supplement.

Hours: 10 PAs per week with 1 in 8 Consultant 2nd on-call commitment

Contract:Permanent

Closing Date:16 October 2025

Interview Date:TBC

Note:RCP approvals are in process

Marie Curie is working in partnership with the Royal Free Hospital to establish two new palliative care services.

The successful candidate will provide senior medical support and leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, flexible, responsive, and person-centred palliative care to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medical leadership within the regional team.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director to implement the place-based programme of work in the region.
• Contribute to the integration of inpatient and community services within Marie Curie and with other providers.
• Develop future strategic plans for clinical and educational services.
• Use specialist palliative care knowledge to identify opportunities for innovative clinical practice.
• Act as an ambassador for Marie Curie locally and regionally.

The post holder will also be involved in training and education initiatives, including undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes, as well as clinical supervision of resident medical staff and healthcare professional colleagues. This will be in collaboration with the Royal Free specialist palliative care team and neighbouring palliative care services.

Applicants must have full GMC registration and be on or eligible within 6 months from the date of interview for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine (via CCT, CESR or EC rights).

For an informal discussion about this role or to arrange a visit, please contact Julie Quinn, Assoc Dir Strategic Partnerships & Svcs Caring Services Directorate [e-mail]

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Higher Medical Qualification: FRCP; MRCP; FRCA; MRCGP
• GMC registered medical practitioner with a licence to practise
• Be on or be eligible within 6 months from the date of interview for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine (via CCT, CESR or EC rights)
• An appropriate higher degree (MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent)

Experience

• Experience of palliative care in a wide range of settings
• Demonstrable person-centred, compassionate leadership skills
• Ability to take on full responsibility for the independent management of patients and running a service
• Evidence of role in the development of clinical service

Teaching, audit and research

• Committed to formal and informal teaching and training of registrars, junior doctors and medical students
• Participation in audit, quality improvement and quality assurance projects
• Previous experience of teaching, designing, and effecting audit programmes
• Evidence of teaching qualification or learning
• Research Interest

Motivation

• Committed to patient-focused care, learning and continuous professional development, effective and efficient use of resources
• Desire to develop services for patients and families

Personal attributes

• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and with colleagues in other disciplines
• Able to organise time efficiently and effectively
• Able to motivate colleagues
• Able to demonstrate strategies for self-care and sustainability
• Previous managerial training and experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.