Direct Medics
Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist

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About Direct Medics
This year, we’re proud to celebrate our 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across both the public and private sectors in the UK and Ireland. Our long-standing reputation speaks to the trust and reliability we’ve built within the healthcare sector.
As a registered and authorised supplier to the NHS, Direct Medics are working with Pharmacy professionals throughout the UK & Ireland to help them find new and exciting opportunities to further develop their career.
Job Description
Direct Medics are seeking an Advanced Clinical Specialist Pharmacist to provide expert clinical pharmacy leadership in a hospital setting, ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred medicines optimisation, alongside strong governance and service development.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
This is a permanent position starting from December 2026/January 2027 or as soon as possible.
Requirements
- GPhC registration
- Degree/Master’s in Pharmacy
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent experience
- Significant hospital and clinical pharmacy experience
- Strong knowledge of medicines management and national pharmaceutical guidelines
- Right to live and work in the UK
What We Offer
- Approved and Trusted Supplier: Placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across leading healthcare systems such as the NHS and HSE, covering a wide range of settings and specialties.
- Dedicated Recruitment Consultants: We provide one-to-one support from our recruitment specialists with in-depth local market knowledge.
- Comprehensive Compliance Assistance: Full guidance on documentation and ongoing regulatory requirements.
- FREE Accredited Training: Remain compliant and current with training delivered by our in-house experts.


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