Relief Pharmacist Manager

Evolve Selection; Elgin; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension

Paid GPhC fees

Job summary

Evolve Selection, a growing pharmacy partner in Scotland, is seeking a Relief Pharmacist Manager to lead a community pharmacy team. The role covers Forres, Lossiemouth, and Lhanbryde with 5 days per week, 9:00am–6:00pm, including Saturdays.

Offering a competitive salary (£56,000–£66,000 DOE), a company vehicle, pension, and GPhC fee coverage, the role emphasizes patient care, leadership, and service excellence in a Scotland-based pharmacy network.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration required.
• Independent Prescriber qualification is advantageous and supported for you to gain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the pharmacy and ensure smooth running of the service.
• Motivate and develop the team to deliver exceptional patient care and meet targets.
• Oversee deliveries, including controlled drugs, and manage returns and discrepancies.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical pharmacy

Patient care

Communication

Job description

Evolve is partnering with a quickly expanding innovative pharmacy chain who provide NHS and Private services to communities of Scotland. They’re looking for a Relief Pharmacist Manager to drive excellence in patient care, lead a motivated team, and help shape the future of community pharmacy. If you you’re ready to combine clinical knowledge with inspiring leadership, this is the perfect next step in your pharmacy career.

This is a full-time, permanent position working 5 days per week, from 9:00am to 6:00pm, including Saturdays. The role will cover the Forres, Lossiemouth and Lhanbryde areas.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent Salary & Benefits: A competitive starting salary of £56,000 to £66,000 DOE, along with paid GPhC fees, use of a company vehicle, pension, and more!
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive, people-focused environment.
• Accelerated Career Advancement: Diverse development paths in an inclusive workplace that nurtures growth and progression.

Ideal Requirements for the Relief Pharmacist Manager

• Independent Prescriber Advantage: Ideally, you’ll bring an Independent Prescriber qualification but if you’re keen to gain it, we’ll fully support you on that journey.
• Fully Registered Professional: You’re a proud member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), ensuring the highest professional standards.
• Inspiring Leader: You have a genuine passion for leading and empowering a team, creating a positive environment where everyone can excel.
• Proven Manager: Your experience in team leadership and operational management means you know how to drive performance and deliver results.
• Scottish Pharmacy Expertise: You bring valuable experience working in a pharmacy within Scotland, giving you insight into local practices and patient needs.

Role Responsibilities for the Relief Pharmacist Manager

• Lead the way: Take charge of the day-to-day leadership and smooth running of the pharmacy, creating an environment where both the team and the business thrive.
• Inspire and motivate: Energise and guide the pharmacy team to deliver outstanding service, ensuring duties are completed to the highest standard and company targets are not only met but exceeded together.
• Keep operations seamless: Oversee the safe and accurate receipt of deliveries—including controlled drugs while ensuring any missing items are promptly claimed and returns are handled within set timeframes.
• Champion patient care: Offer expert advice to patients on their prescriptions and support your team in doing the same, ensuring every interaction builds trust and provides exceptional care.

Recruitment Process

2 stage interview process.

Interview and assess with a leader who’s hands-on, supportive, and invested in your professional growth.

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as a company. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristics