Exams Coordinator - 12 Month Maternity Cover £30,962 London Temporary, Full Time - Contract - 12 month fixed term contract Working hours - Full time (35 hours per week). Standard working hours between 9am - 5pm. Working arrangements - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office). The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians based in the UK and with an international reach is a collaboration between the Royal College of Edinburgh, Royal College of Physicians and Glasgow and Royal College of Physicians. Collectively the colleges represent 50,000 physicians worldwide. For physicians in the UK and globally, the colleges provide an invaluable professional network, opportunities to share best practice and ongoing educational opportunities. The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors at every stage of their careers, including: Examinations (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK - MRCP(UK) Training (Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board - JRCPTB) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The Federation is looking for a Coordinator to join the Examinations team and support with the coordination and delivery of Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs). Key responsibilities Lead the co-ordination of the Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs) Coordinating various tasks within the examinations cycle (diet), ensuring tasks are performed accurately as per standard operating procedures and agreed timelines, assigning tasks to administrators where appropriate. Coordinate results processing and shipping of diplomas for SCE exams Manage the scheduling of all SCE exams - liaising with Federation Leads and suppliers to set exam calendars for future diets - confirmation of timeslots and capacity. Work with colleagues across the department to maintain accurate files, records, and statistics for audit, appeals and research purposes. Lead on completing SOPs and ensuring they are reviewed regularly and fully up to date. Track, monitor and report on exams related income, overseeing monthly reconciliation and support with the annual setting of budgets. Prepare various management information reports, for both internal and external meetings, as necessary Lead on processing reasonable adjustment requests for SCE exams Lead on project work in order to meet the needs of the business (including development of business systems/ processes) and deliver on initiatives identified in the business planning process. Support examination managers in identifying and mitigating risks, as per the risk register. Deputise for the Exams Managers as required. Any other duties as may be reasonably expected, and which are commensurate with the level of the post. About you Experience of coordinating and delivering exams or similar event management. Experience of delivering strong customer service. Experience of working in a busy team, delivering complex and high-stakes work. Experience of building and developing relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication, tailored for audience and purpose. Expertise of general office software and able to quickly become competent with specialist software used by Federation. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all work. Accurate data entry and good attention to detail. Interacts with staff and other professions with respect for difference and diversity. Demonstrates flexibility and adapts to agreed changes and new ways of working positively, effectively and completely. Able to prioritise and manage your workload according to importance and urgency and remains focused on routine tasks and understands why achievement is important. Demonstrates an ability to work to deadlines and to agreed standard operating procedures. For more information about the role please view the job description downloadable at the bottom of this page. How to apply Please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining, with clear examples, how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification. Applicants who do not submit a relevant supporting statement as requested will not be shortlisted. For an informal discussion about this role, candidates are welcome to contact our recruitment team on: Closing date: 31 August 2026 Interviewing date: ongoing Please note, we will be reviewing applications as they are received. Interviews may be arranged, and the role may be filled before the advertised closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged. The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Exams Coordinator - 12 Month Maternity Cover £30,962 London Temporary, Full Time - Contract - 12 month fixed term contract Working hours - Full time (35 hours per week). Standard working hours between 9am - 5pm. Working arrangements - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office). The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians based in the UK and with an international reach is a collaboration between the Royal College of Edinburgh, Royal College of Physicians and Glasgow and Royal College of Physicians. Collectively the colleges represent 50,000 physicians worldwide. For physicians in the UK and globally, the colleges provide an invaluable professional network, opportunities to share best practice and ongoing educational opportunities. The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors at every stage of their careers, including: Examinations (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK - MRCP(UK) Training (Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board - JRCPTB) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The Federation is looking for a Coordinator to join the Examinations team and support with the coordination and delivery of Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs). Key responsibilities Lead the co-ordination of the Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs) Coordinating various tasks within the examinations cycle (diet), ensuring tasks are performed accurately as per standard operating procedures and agreed timelines, assigning tasks to administrators where appropriate. Coordinate results processing and shipping of diplomas for SCE exams Manage the scheduling of all SCE exams - liaising with Federation Leads and suppliers to set exam calendars for future diets - confirmation of timeslots and capacity. Work with colleagues across the department to maintain accurate files, records, and statistics for audit, appeals and research purposes. Lead on completing SOPs and ensuring they are reviewed regularly and fully up to date. Track, monitor and report on exams related income, overseeing monthly reconciliation and support with the annual setting of budgets. Prepare various management information reports, for both internal and external meetings, as necessary Lead on processing reasonable adjustment requests for SCE exams Lead on project work in order to meet the needs of the business (including development of business systems/ processes) and deliver on initiatives identified in the business planning process. Support examination managers in identifying and mitigating risks, as per the risk register. Deputise for the Exams Managers as required. Any other duties as may be reasonably expected, and which are commensurate with the level of the post. About you Experience of coordinating and delivering exams or similar event management. Experience of delivering strong customer service. Experience of working in a busy team, delivering complex and high-stakes work. Experience of building and developing relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication, tailored for audience and purpose. Expertise of general office software and able to quickly become competent with specialist software used by Federation. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all work. Accurate data entry and good attention to detail. Interacts with staff and other professions with respect for difference and diversity. Demonstrates flexibility and adapts to agreed changes and new ways of working positively, effectively and completely. Able to prioritise and manage your workload according to importance and urgency and remains focused on routine tasks and understands why achievement is important. Demonstrates an ability to work to deadlines and to agreed standard operating procedures. For more information about the role please view the job description downloadable at the bottom of this page. How to apply Please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining, with clear examples, how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification. Applicants who do not submit a relevant supporting statement as requested will not be shortlisted. For an informal discussion about this role, candidates are welcome to contact our recruitment team on: Closing date: 31 August 2026 Interviewing date: ongoing Please note, we will be reviewing applications as they are received. Interviews may be arranged, and the role may be filled before the advertised closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged. The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Finance Business Partner Up to £55,000 Liverpool, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Permanent, Full Time Contract - Permanent Working hours - full time (35 hours a week) - you'll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). About the role The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is recruiting a Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team on a permanent basis. You will act as a trusted finance partner to designated directorates, providing high-quality financial insight, analysis and challenge to support effective decision-making and delivery of RCP's strategic objectives. What you'll do Partner with senior managers to support operational planning, budgeting and forecasting. Provide clear financial insight on performance, risks and opportunities. Lead the interpretation and presentation of management accounts and forecasts. Support business cases, financial modelling and commercial decision-making. Act as a key point of contact for finance advice within your directorates. About you You will be a CCAB-qualified finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling in a complex organisation. You will be confident building relationships with senior stakeholders and communicating financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. For more information, please see the job description. How to apply Please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining, with clear examples, how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification. Applicants who do not submit a relevant supporting statement as requested will not be shortlisted. Closing date: 28 August 2026 Interviewing date: TBC The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us. Who we are The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is a rewarding and friendly place to work with an incredible history, dating back to our foundation in 1518 by King Henry VIII. We are a professional membership body for physicians - doctors who work in hospitals - with over 40,000 members in the UK and around the world working to improve patient care and reduce illness. Our activities focus on educating, improving and influencing for better health and care.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner Up to £55,000 Liverpool, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Permanent, Full Time Contract - Permanent Working hours - full time (35 hours a week) - you'll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). About the role The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is recruiting a Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team on a permanent basis. You will act as a trusted finance partner to designated directorates, providing high-quality financial insight, analysis and challenge to support effective decision-making and delivery of RCP's strategic objectives. What you'll do Partner with senior managers to support operational planning, budgeting and forecasting. Provide clear financial insight on performance, risks and opportunities. Lead the interpretation and presentation of management accounts and forecasts. Support business cases, financial modelling and commercial decision-making. Act as a key point of contact for finance advice within your directorates. About you You will be a CCAB-qualified finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling in a complex organisation. You will be confident building relationships with senior stakeholders and communicating financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. For more information, please see the job description. How to apply Please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining, with clear examples, how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification. Applicants who do not submit a relevant supporting statement as requested will not be shortlisted. Closing date: 28 August 2026 Interviewing date: TBC The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us. Who we are The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is a rewarding and friendly place to work with an incredible history, dating back to our foundation in 1518 by King Henry VIII. We are a professional membership body for physicians - doctors who work in hospitals - with over 40,000 members in the UK and around the world working to improve patient care and reduce illness. Our activities focus on educating, improving and influencing for better health and care.
Finance Business Partner Up to £55,000 Liverpool, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Permanent,Full Time Contract Permanent Working hours full time (35 hours a week) - youll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). . click apply for full job details
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner Up to £55,000 Liverpool, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Permanent,Full Time Contract Permanent Working hours full time (35 hours a week) - youll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). . click apply for full job details
Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality click apply for full job details
Jun 01, 2026
Full time
Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality click apply for full job details
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
May 25, 2026
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Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - Liverpool or London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of organisational change. You'll lead complex change activity including restructures, consultation processes, and high-risk employee relations matters. Working with senior leaders, you'll ensure change is delivered in a legally compliant, pragmatic, and people-centred way. Operating at a senior level, you'll bring expertise in organisational design and change, while also delivering hands-on activity across the full change lifecycle. The successful candidate will be required to commence in July 2026. Key responsibilities Lead organisational restructures and transformation activity Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational risk Lead consultation processes and prepare key documentation Support redundancy, redeployment, and change implementation activity Partner with senior leaders to deliver effective and sustainable change Maintain governance and oversight, ensuring compliant and well-managed processes About you Strong experience leading organisational change and restructures Proven experience managing complex, high-risk employee relations matters Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and consultation processes Experience advising senior leaders, ideally at Executive level Experience handling tribunal / ACAS matters or similar Strong judgement, communication, and stakeholder management skills Our benefits Working at the RCP comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include: 29 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays health cash plan group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution interest-free season ticket loan life assurance annual pay award flexible working hours employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life occupational health team - includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments cycle to work scheme professional training and development opportunities enhanced maternity and paternity pay staff discounts platform - including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands Closing date: 03 June 2026 Interviewing date: TBC - mid June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - Liverpool or London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of organisational change. You'll lead complex change activity including restructures, consultation processes, and high-risk employee relations matters. Working with senior leaders, you'll ensure change is delivered in a legally compliant, pragmatic, and people-centred way. Operating at a senior level, you'll bring expertise in organisational design and change, while also delivering hands-on activity across the full change lifecycle. The successful candidate will be required to commence in July 2026. Key responsibilities Lead organisational restructures and transformation activity Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational risk Lead consultation processes and prepare key documentation Support redundancy, redeployment, and change implementation activity Partner with senior leaders to deliver effective and sustainable change Maintain governance and oversight, ensuring compliant and well-managed processes About you Strong experience leading organisational change and restructures Proven experience managing complex, high-risk employee relations matters Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and consultation processes Experience advising senior leaders, ideally at Executive level Experience handling tribunal / ACAS matters or similar Strong judgement, communication, and stakeholder management skills Our benefits Working at the RCP comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include: 29 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays health cash plan group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution interest-free season ticket loan life assurance annual pay award flexible working hours employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life occupational health team - includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments cycle to work scheme professional training and development opportunities enhanced maternity and paternity pay staff discounts platform - including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands Closing date: 03 June 2026 Interviewing date: TBC - mid June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
May 22, 2026
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Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
FTC - 12 months Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - Liverpool or London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of organisational change. You'll lead complex change activity including restructures, consultation processes, and high-risk employee relations matters. Working with senior leaders, you'll ensure change is delivered in a legally compliant, pragmatic, and people-centred way. Operating at a senior level, you'll bring expertise in organisational design and change, while also delivering hands-on activity across the full change lifecycle. The successful candidate will be required to commence in July 2026. Key responsibilities Lead organisational restructures and transformation activity Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational risk Lead consultation processes and prepare key documentation Support redundancy, redeployment, and change implementation activity Partner with senior leaders to deliver effective and sustainable change Maintain governance and oversight, ensuring compliant and well-managed processes About you Strong experience leading organisational change and restructures Proven experience managing complex, high-risk employee relations matters Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and consultation processes Experience advising senior leaders, ideally at Executive level Experience handling tribunal / ACAS matters or similar Strong judgement, communication, and stakeholder management skills Our benefits Working at the RCP comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include: 29 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays health cash plan group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution interest-free season ticket loan life assurance annual pay award flexible working hours employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life occupational health team - includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments cycle to work scheme professional training and development opportunities enhanced maternity and paternity pay staff discounts platform - including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands Closing date: 03 June 2026 Interviewing date: TBC - mid June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 21, 2026
Full time
FTC - 12 months Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - Liverpool or London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of organisational change. You'll lead complex change activity including restructures, consultation processes, and high-risk employee relations matters. Working with senior leaders, you'll ensure change is delivered in a legally compliant, pragmatic, and people-centred way. Operating at a senior level, you'll bring expertise in organisational design and change, while also delivering hands-on activity across the full change lifecycle. The successful candidate will be required to commence in July 2026. Key responsibilities Lead organisational restructures and transformation activity Manage complex employee relations matters and organisational risk Lead consultation processes and prepare key documentation Support redundancy, redeployment, and change implementation activity Partner with senior leaders to deliver effective and sustainable change Maintain governance and oversight, ensuring compliant and well-managed processes About you Strong experience leading organisational change and restructures Proven experience managing complex, high-risk employee relations matters Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and consultation processes Experience advising senior leaders, ideally at Executive level Experience handling tribunal / ACAS matters or similar Strong judgement, communication, and stakeholder management skills Our benefits Working at the RCP comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include: 29 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays health cash plan group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution interest-free season ticket loan life assurance annual pay award flexible working hours employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life occupational health team - includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments cycle to work scheme professional training and development opportunities enhanced maternity and paternity pay staff discounts platform - including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands Closing date: 03 June 2026 Interviewing date: TBC - mid June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
May 21, 2026
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Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. We are recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A broad executive leadership role responsible for organisational performance, operational delivery and sustainability across the Federation core activities (excluding assessment) and infrastructure. You will lead: Training, CPD, international and wider operational activity Finance, risk and corporate services Organisational systems, infrastructure and delivery capability Working closely with the CEO and Chief Assessment and Quality Officer, you will ensure the Federation operates as a coherent, resilient and high-performing organisation and delivers effectively against its strategic and operational priorities. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. We are recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A broad executive leadership role responsible for organisational performance, operational delivery and sustainability across the Federation core activities (excluding assessment) and infrastructure. You will lead: Training, CPD, international and wider operational activity Finance, risk and corporate services Organisational systems, infrastructure and delivery capability Working closely with the CEO and Chief Assessment and Quality Officer, you will ensure the Federation operates as a coherent, resilient and high-performing organisation and delivers effectively against its strategic and operational priorities. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
May 20, 2026
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Principal People and Change Partner Liverpool or London £58,000 - £65,000 FTC - 12 months Working hours full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location Liverpool or London, hybridhomeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Royal College of Physicians is recruiting a Principal People & Change Partner to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting a significant period of click apply for full job details
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. We are recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A broad executive leadership role responsible for organisational performance, operational delivery and sustainability across the Federation core activities (excluding assessment) and infrastructure. You will lead: Training, CPD, international and wider operational activity Finance, risk and corporate services Organisational systems, infrastructure and delivery capability Working closely with the CEO and Chief Assessment and Quality Officer, you will ensure the Federation operates as a coherent, resilient and high-performing organisation and delivers effectively against its strategic and operational priorities. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. We are recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A broad executive leadership role responsible for organisational performance, operational delivery and sustainability across the Federation core activities (excluding assessment) and infrastructure. You will lead: Training, CPD, international and wider operational activity Finance, risk and corporate services Organisational systems, infrastructure and delivery capability Working closely with the CEO and Chief Assessment and Quality Officer, you will ensure the Federation operates as a coherent, resilient and high-performing organisation and delivers effectively against its strategic and operational priorities. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. This includes the creation of a new Chief Assessment & Quality Officer role, providing dedicated executive leadership for assessment and quality assurance activities. We are also recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A critical and high-profile executive role with accountability for the integrity, quality and delivery of all Federation assessments. You will lead the end-to-end assessment function, ensuring: Robust, fair, secure and resilient assessments Strong regulatory confidence and compliance Continuous innovation in assessment design and delivery Excellence in candidate experience and outcomes This role requires a credible and experienced leader with a significant level of expertise in assessment, education or measurement within high-stakes environments, and the ability to operate confidently at Board and regulatory level. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Working hours - full time (35 hours a week, Monday - Friday) Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of physician training and standards across the UK and internationally. Through our work in assessment, training and professional development, we influence the quality of medical practice and patient care. Following a recent review, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to support the Federation's next phase of development. This includes the creation of a new Chief Assessment & Quality Officer role, providing dedicated executive leadership for assessment and quality assurance activities. We are also recruiting a new Chief Operating Officer following the planned retirement of the current postholder. Both roles report directly to the Federation Chief Executive Officer, operate as peers within the executive leadership team, and will play a key part in leading organisational transformation and modernisation across complex, high-profile national functions. A critical and high-profile executive role with accountability for the integrity, quality and delivery of all Federation assessments. You will lead the end-to-end assessment function, ensuring: Robust, fair, secure and resilient assessments Strong regulatory confidence and compliance Continuous innovation in assessment design and delivery Excellence in candidate experience and outcomes This role requires a credible and experienced leader with a significant level of expertise in assessment, education or measurement within high-stakes environments, and the ability to operate confidently at Board and regulatory level. About you We are seeking: Proven executive leadership experience in complex organisations The ability to lead at scale, through others, in high-performing environments Strong strategic thinking combined with operational delivery Experience working with Boards, senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative, values-driven leadership style Experience leading transformation, change and organisational improvement Why join us This is an opportunity to: Play a key role in shaping the future of postgraduate medical training and assessment across the UK Lead complex functions at the highest level in a respected, mission-driven organisation Work with senior stakeholders across healthcare, education and regulation Drive meaningful organizational, operational and digital transformation Contribute directly to standards, quality and patient care. Starting salary on appointment will be circa £90,000 depending on experience (Grade 9 of the RCP Pay scales). Closing date: 01 June 2026 1st stage interviewing date: w/c 08 June 2026 2nd stage interviewing date: w/c 15 June 2026 The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
Deputy Head of Assessment - Governance and Policy London £50,956 Working hours - full time (35 hours a week) - you'll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for medical education? Do you have experience of managing a team and working with external stakeholders? If so, this could be the role for you! The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK is looking for a dynamic Deputy Head of Assessment Governance and Policy to lead a team dedicated to maintaining the high standards of MRCP(UK) examinations. The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians based in the UK and with an international reach is a collaboration between the Royal College of Edinburgh, Royal College of Physicians and Glasgow and Royal College of Physicians. Collectively the colleges represent 50,000 physicians worldwide. For physicians in the UK and globally, the colleges provide an invaluable professional network, opportunities to share best practice and ongoing educational opportunities. The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors at every stage of their careers, including: Examinations (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK - MRCP(UK) Training (Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board - JRCPTB) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The postholder will work closely with a team of data analysts, policy officers and committee administrators, along with volunteer clinicians, to ensure that MRCP(UK) examinations adhere to regulatory requirements and meet academic objectives. Key Responsibilities within this role include: Managing a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that the high standards of MRCP(UK) examinations are maintained Supporting and deputising for the Head of Assessment Governance and Policy Responsibility for overseeing key regulatory processes, including appeals, misconduct and reasonable adjustments Writing reports, policy documents, and regulations Attending meetings examining board and committee meetings Working closely with volunteer clinicians. Our ideal Candidate will have: Proven experience in team management and development Strong ability to organise workloads effectively and meet deadlines A track record of successfully managing change Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Experience in a similar role (e.g., in an education or e-learning environment) would be advantageous Closing date: 18 May 2026 Interviewing date: TBC The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Deputy Head of Assessment - Governance and Policy London £50,956 Working hours - full time (35 hours a week) - you'll agree your working pattern with your manager (core working hours are 10:00 - 16:00). Location - London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office) Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for medical education? Do you have experience of managing a team and working with external stakeholders? If so, this could be the role for you! The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK is looking for a dynamic Deputy Head of Assessment Governance and Policy to lead a team dedicated to maintaining the high standards of MRCP(UK) examinations. The Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians based in the UK and with an international reach is a collaboration between the Royal College of Edinburgh, Royal College of Physicians and Glasgow and Royal College of Physicians. Collectively the colleges represent 50,000 physicians worldwide. For physicians in the UK and globally, the colleges provide an invaluable professional network, opportunities to share best practice and ongoing educational opportunities. The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors at every stage of their careers, including: Examinations (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK - MRCP(UK) Training (Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board - JRCPTB) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The postholder will work closely with a team of data analysts, policy officers and committee administrators, along with volunteer clinicians, to ensure that MRCP(UK) examinations adhere to regulatory requirements and meet academic objectives. Key Responsibilities within this role include: Managing a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that the high standards of MRCP(UK) examinations are maintained Supporting and deputising for the Head of Assessment Governance and Policy Responsibility for overseeing key regulatory processes, including appeals, misconduct and reasonable adjustments Writing reports, policy documents, and regulations Attending meetings examining board and committee meetings Working closely with volunteer clinicians. Our ideal Candidate will have: Proven experience in team management and development Strong ability to organise workloads effectively and meet deadlines A track record of successfully managing change Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Experience in a similar role (e.g., in an education or e-learning environment) would be advantageous Closing date: 18 May 2026 Interviewing date: TBC The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. The RCP is all about our people - our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
