Pharmacist (Pet Care division)

Pharmacy2U; Coalville; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online pharmacy in the UK seeks a Pharmacist for its Pet Care division. The role involves ensuring the safe preparation and supply of veterinary medicines, advising customers, and supervising staff. Candidates should have GPHC registration and a strong passion for animals. The position offers hybrid working after training completion with competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Contributory pension

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Qualifications

• GPHC registered pharmacist with knowledge of veterinary medicines.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and supply veterinary medicines as per legal requirements.
• Provide customer advice on animal health.
• Supervise pharmacy staff for compliance and performance.

Skills

Veterinary medicines expertise

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

GPHC registration

Job description

Role: Pharmacist (Pet Care division)

Location: Bardon (LE67) (with hybrid working after completion of training)

Salary: £48.000- 52.000 per annum plus extensive benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Employment type: Full time

Working hours: 40 hours per week, 9:00am – 6:00pm (Mon – Fri) with occasional weekend cover

Do you want to work for the nation’s largest online pharmacy ensuring excellence for all our patients? We’re a market leader in the pharmacy world, with 25 years’ experience, helping over 1.6 million patients in England manage their NHS prescriptions from request through to delivery. We are Great Place to Work certified as we consider colleague experience a top priority every day. Our people are fundamental to our success and ensuring we achieve our vision to be a world leading, patient-centric digital healthcare provider. We are committed to continuing to develop a positive, open and honest working environment for all.

To be an expert in veterinary medicines and ensure the safe storage, preparation and supply, in line with legal requirements.

What’s in it for you?

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Contributory pension

Discounted insurance (Aviva)

Employee discount site

Discounted gyms(via our blue light card and benefits schemes)

Employee assistance programme

In-house mental health support

Free onsite parking

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Social events throughout the year

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme*(subject to minimum earnings)

Registration fees paid (GPhC, NMC, CIPD etc)

Long service bonus

Refer a friend bonus

Blue light card

Hybrid working

Commitment to CPD/training

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Annual leave buy and sell scheme

Discounts & Exclusive offers at The Springs, Leeds

25% Discount & health & beauty purchases

25% Discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services

What you’ll be doing?

• Ensure the safe preparation and supply of veterinary medicines in compliance with legal and company standards.
• Provide expert advice to customers on the use of veterinary medicines, as well as general animal health and lifestyle matters.
• Supervise, train, and support pharmacy staff , to maintain high performance and compliance.
• Implement and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to minimize risk and maintain operational quality.
• Oversee the clinical checking of prescriptions in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
• Maintain and manage Controlled Drugs (CDs) registers in line with regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with veterinary surgeons to verify prescription accuracy, legitimacy, and to prevent potential risks.
• Manage the ordering, storage, and dispatch of veterinary medicines to ensure safety, reduce waste, and meet customer needs.
• Keep up-to-date with current veterinary pharmacy practices, new drugs, and professional development requirements.
• Collaborate with key business teams (Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, Clinical) and meet set targets to support strategic business objectives.

Who are we looking for?

• GPHC registered Pharmacist with a strong passion for animals and extensive knowledge of veterinary medicines, with a commitment to delivering outstanding care and advice to the community.
• Proven supervisory experience with the ability to motivate, develop, and lead a team effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of e-Commerce principles and business rationale, with the ability to make informed decisions that drive business goals.
• Experience working with KPIs and managing resources efficiently to maximize team performance and operational success.
• Excellent communication skills combined with a professional, friendly, and tactful approach to customers, colleagues, and partners.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy under pressure.
• Ambitious, proactive, and driven to continuously learn and develop professionally, including a willingness to undertake relevant training and development programs.
• A strong team player who collaborates well across departments, demonstrating respect, professionalism, and a patient-first mindset at all times.

What happens next?

Please click apply and if we think you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.

Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Unsolicited agency applications will be treated as a gift.

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