Occupational Health Manager

purosearch; West End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. in Southampton is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Manager to lead a multidisciplinary clinical team and drive service delivery.

You will report to the Commercial Director, ensure SEQOHS compliance, governance, and professional development for Nurses and Advisors.

This senior role focuses on strategy, client relationships and growth of occupational health services.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with a recognised Occupational Health qualification.
• Current NMC registration.
• Experience leading an Occupational Health service or clinical team.
• Strong governance, quality assurance and standards knowledge.
• Experience maintaining SEQOHS accreditation.
• Excellent communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Proactive problem solver and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the clinical team and foster high performance.
• Oversee clinical governance and ensure services meet standards.
• Ensure all staff are qualified, inducted, trained and supported.
• Manage day-to-day people responsibilities: appraisals, 1:1s, performance.
• Develop strong client relationships and ensure contract delivery.
• Lead development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols per SEQOHS.
• Support SEQOHS accreditation renewal.
• Oversee clinical audits and training plans.
• Support NMC revalidation and professional development for staff.
• Collaborate with Directors on strategy, service development and improvements.
• Assist mobilisation of new client contracts including staffing and resources.

Skills

Nurse

NMC registration

SEQOHS

People management

Clinical governance

Policy development

Project management

Education

NMC registered nurse

SCPHN (Occupational Health)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Occupational Health systems

Job description

Occupational Health Manager

Location: Southampton
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time – onsite

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Occupational Health Manager to lead and develop the clinical team within a growing Occupational Health company. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an Occupational Health professional who can combine strong clinical expertise with people management, clinical governance and service delivery.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be a key member of the management team, taking overall responsibility for the leadership and performance of the clinical workforce, including Occupational Health Advisors, Nurses and Technicians.

You will play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of clinical and client service, ensuring compliance with SEQOHS standards and supporting the company's continued growth, development and delivery of new client contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and direction to the clinical team, promoting a positive, supportive and high-performing working environment.
• Oversee clinical governance, ensuring services are delivered safely, effectively and in line with professional and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all clinical staff are appropriately qualified, inducted, trained and supported in their roles.
• Manage day-to-day people responsibilities, including appraisals, one-to-ones, performance management and sickness absence.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, supporting service excellence and successful contract delivery.
• Lead the development, review and implementation of clinical policies, procedures and protocols in line with SEQOHS requirements.
• Support the maintenance and renewal of SEQOHS accreditation.
• Oversee clinical audits, review findings and ensure appropriate training and development plans are implemented.
• Support NMC revalidation and ongoing professional development for Occupational Health Nurses and Advisors.
• Work closely with the Managing Director and Commercial Director on business strategy, service development and operational improvements.
• Support the mobilisation of new client contracts, including recruitment, staffing, equipment, clinical resources and service delivery arrangements.

Maintain effective working relationships with Occupational Health Physicians, Psychiatrists and other clinical contractors, ensuring professional documentation and compliance requirements are up to date.

Work alongside the Training Manager to develop and deliver clinical training and training programmes for clients.

About You

You will be an established Occupational Health professional with previous management experience and the confidence to lead a multidisciplinary clinical team. You will have a strong understanding of clinical governance, SEQOHS standards and the operational requirements of delivering a high-quality Occupational Health service.

Essential requirements:

• Registered General Nurse with a recognised Occupational Health qualification.
• Current NMC registration.
• Demonstrable experience managing or leading an Occupational Health service or clinical team.
• Previous people management experience, including performance management and staff development.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality assurance and professional standards.
• Experience developing or reviewing clinical policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients, colleagues and senior stakeholders.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Occupational Health systems.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, decision-making and continuous improvement.
• SCPHN (Occupational Health) qualification.
• Experience supporting or maintaining SEQOHS accreditation.
• Experience overseeing clinical audits, NMC revalidation and professional development.
• Experience supporting the mobilisation and implementation of new client contracts.
• Experience delivering clinical training or presentations to clients.