SALARY: £55,000 – £60,000 PER ANNUM (FIXED-TERM, PRO RATA; NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE)

Start Date: February 2026 (or earlier, by agreement)
Employment type: Full-time, fixed-term contract (PAYE payroll)
We are a busy, community-focused independent pharmacy in East Belfast with a strong reputation for excellent patient care and a loyal customer base. With our Pharmacist Manager due to go on maternity leave in March 2026, we are seeking an experienced Pharmacist Manager (Maternity Cover) to join our team and take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the pharmacy.

The Role

• Full management responsibility for all aspects of pharmacy operations.
• Leading and supporting a team of 10–12 staff in a busy, challenging environment.
• Keyholding, security, and ensuring compliance with all PSNI/NHS requirements.
• Reporting directly to the owner, with the autonomy to make operational decisions.
• Support from a second pharmacist, ensuring shared workload and strong professional backup.
• Full induction and handover period before maternity leave begins.

About You

• Registered Pharmacist with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
• Experience in independent community pharmacy preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Committed to providing outstanding patient service.
• Proficient in using McLernons MPS pharmacy system (or able to quickly become competent).

What We Offer

• Salary well above market rate: £55,000–£60,000 per annum.
• Supportive owner-led environment with a close-knit team.
• The chance to lead with autonomy, while supported by another pharmacist.
• Comprehensive benefits package (pension contributions, PSNI fees paid, generous holiday allowance, bonus opportunities).
• Mon-Fri 9am-6pm only; no weekend or evening working.
• Possibility of a longer-term role within the business after maternity cover ends, depending on performance and business needs.

How to Apply
Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter explaining your relevant experience and why you are the right fit for this role.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months
Pay: £55,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: CAST01
Expected start date: 02/02/202

• Full management responsibility for all aspects of pharmacy operations.
• Leading and supporting a team of 10–12 staff in a busy, challenging environment.
• Keyholding, security, and ensuring compliance with all PSNI/NHS requirements.
• Reporting directly to the owner, with the autonomy to make operational decisions.
• Support from a second pharmacist, ensuring shared workload and strong professional backup.
• Full induction and handover period before maternity leave begins