Assistant Manager – Gp Support Services

Londonwide Local Medical Committees is the membership organisation representing over 7,000 constituent NHS general practitioners and 1,100 practice teams in London. Londonwide LMCs provides pan-London leadership and shared committee services for its Local Medical Committees (LMCs) and its members. We support GPs, their teams, practices and PCNs so that they are able to work in the best interests of their patients and local communities.

This role is based at our offices in Euston, and you will need to be able to come to the office if required, but flexible options, including regular home working, are supported.

You will be playing an important role within the GP Support Team, working with GPs, practice managers and PCN Clinical Directors on a wide variety of queries.

The role is challenging and rewarding, and we would like to hear from candidates who have:

• Direct primary care experience gained through primary care commissioning or contracting, NHS England, ICB, LMC or another relevant healthcare setting relevant to general practice, such as practice management.
• An in-depth understanding and working knowledge of current NHS regulations and guidance, including GP contracts, Performers’ List Regulations, SFE, CQC and GMC.
• A current understanding of the practical aspects of general practice, including management, partnerships, finances, QOF, PCN DES and CQC.
• The ability to research background to queries and interpret results in order to provide appropriate advice.
• A practical approach with good problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complexity and multiple priorities.
• A commitment to GP practices and their teams.

Londonwide LMCs hold the Investors in People Silver award. The package includes five weeks’ annual leave (25 days pro rata), flexi working options and an employer pension contribution of 16% of salary.

If you would like to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact Vicky Ferlia, Director of GP Support, on 07917 682161.

Please apply with a CV and covering letter explaining how you demonstrate the skills and experience required for the role to Marie Vassallo (Marie.Vassallo@lmc.org.uk).

Closing date: 5 pm on Wednesday 21 February 2024; however, the post may close earlier if there is a very high number of responses.

Interviews are planned for Friday 1 March 2024.
Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted after 21 February 2024.