Interim Executive Medical Director

About the role

This is a limited term appointment for 6 months, with a start date anticipated in August 2026.

• Provide inspirational leadership to the medical workforce.
• Play a pivotal role in the strategic transformation of health and care services across the Isle of Man.
• Collaborate with executive colleagues, the Board and clinical leaders to shape a vision for integrated care.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the highest standards of clinical governance, patient safety and service delivery.

• Visionary clinical leader with significant experience in provider, system or national healthcare settings.
• Credible, collaborative and politically astute, able to build trusted relationships across complex organisations.
• Ability to inspire staff and lead through periods of change and transformation.
• Alignment with the organisation’s values and ambition to develop the best small island health and social care system.

• Competitive salary.
• Generous annual leave entitlement and 10 Bank Holidays.
• Two pension arrangements available under the Isle of Man Public Service (Unified Scheme 2011 or Defined Contribution arrangement) subject to eligibility.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility for continuous professional development.
• On‑site education and training centre containing a lecture theatre, medical library, training facilities and state‑of‑the‑art simulation lab.
• Eligible for a Blue Light Card with discounts on shopping, food and leisure at many retailers.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service offering counselling, emotional support and signposting.
• Access to Noble’s Hospital staff canteen.
• Free car parking.
• Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months at a reduced rate for non‑Island residents subject to availability.
• Relocation package up to £1,000 based on receipts (no link provided).

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, and the cost will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.