Head of Medical Services – VIP Superyacht

Newcastle, United Kingdom | Posted on 31/07/2026

Lead the health strategy for a UHNW family as an Exclusive Yacht Medical Officer. Secure a £240,000 GBP tax-free salary with total clinical autonomy across the Mediterranean.

An exclusive opportunity has arisen for a senior medical practitioner to assume total clinical control aboard a world-class luxury yacht. This permanent, full-time appointment is designed for a decisive leader who thrives on autonomy and upholds the highest standards of medical confidentiality for an elite clientele.

As the principal health authority for an ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) household, you will oversee all aspects of acute and preventative care. Operating far beyond the confines of a traditional hospital setting, your mobile clinic will navigate pristine Mediterranean waters, with scheduled anchorages in Monaco, Italy, the Greek Islands, Mallorca, Ibiza, Marbella, and the Algarve. This is an unparalleled platform for an autonomous physician to deliver discreet, world-class medical services while managing a state-of-the-art onboard facility.

Candidate Origin &

Education:

This position requires a Western-trained physician holding a fully certified medical doctorate from an accredited institution located in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, or Europe.

Post-Graduate Tenure: Applicants must possess a strict minimum of five years of active, post-residency clinical experience.

Specialty Focus: Formal board certification or extensive background in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine is strictly mandated.

Communication

Skills:

Complete fluency in English is essential for precise, confidential consultations, paired with an inherently discreet and professional demeanor suited for a VIP environment.

Financial Package: A highly lucrative, 100% tax-free annual salary of £240,000 GBP.

Employment Structure: A secure, permanent, full-time contract.

Leave Allowance: 30 days of fully compensated annual leave to guarantee adequate rest.

Onboard Residency: Premium, private living quarters provided on the vessel at no personal expense.

Comprehensive Coverage: Elite global private healthcare insurance combined with full medical malpractice liability protection.

Logistical Backing: All employment-related flights and travel costs are fully covered, alongside dedicated assistance for obtaining required visas.