Pharmacist

The FIG Health & Social Services Department are looking for a Pharmacist to join our existing team in managing and developing the current pharmacy service to support the delivery of high-quality primary, secondary and community health services by ensuring the safe, economic and effective use of medicines. The pharmacy is the only one in the Falkland Islands and is an integral part of the King Edward Memorial Hospital, based in the Island’s capital, Stanley. The service follows UK practices and standards of care, modified to meet local needs and circumstances.

Fixed-term contract - up to 4 years

Salary - £42k - £48k (up to £52k for an exceptional candidate) plus 25% Gratuity (taxable) & Flights and Relocation Package

Full time, 37.5 hours per week

The Role

As the sole Pharmacist, working in conjunction with two Pharmacy Technicians and a Pharmacy Assistant, main accountabilities include managing the day to day running of the pharmacy department and when necessary, undertaking core dispensary-based tasks as well as developing and maintaining the hospital drug formulary. You will also work in collaboration with clinical colleagues and subsequently ensure evidence-based, cost effective prescribing practices are followed by monitoring compliance with the formulary and take the lead role in running the smoking cessation clinic and other primary health clinics, according to the needs of the community and personal skill levels.

The Person

• Hold a Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
• Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or equivalent professional registering body.
• Have a minimum of 3 year’s post-registration experience working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Management and staff training experience.
• Be able to understand the benefits and challenges of living and working remotely in a small, close-knit community.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to different ways of working.

The Package

• Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years.
• Starting Salary £42,641 to £49,090 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) rising to £52,555.
• Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity (taxable), paid upon successful completion of contract.
• 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays.
• Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
• Flights Package for you and any recognised dependents residing with you at post both at the beginning and end of contract, along with additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract.
• Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
• A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.

About the Falkland Islands Government (FIG)

The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government. As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.

Life on the Falkland Islands

Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams! The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from some of the Islands beautiful unspoilt beaches. For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today, and you will be directed to the company website to submit an application form. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Closing Date for Applications: 15 June 2026 at 23.59 GMT

Shortlisting commencing: 16 June 2026

Interviews week commencing: 22 June 2026

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