Investigation Adviser (Gmc4272)

Investigation Advisor

Our Fitness to Practise directorate is responsible for reviewing and investigating concerns about doctors. As part of that remit, we’re looking for Investigation Advisers to work in our Investigation Teams. As an Investigation Advisor you will be responsible for managing a caseload of investigations looking into concerns raised about a doctor’s fitness to practice.

• You’ll liaise with doctors, healthcare organisations, members of the public and other teams in the organisation to gather information before raising a decision and recommending a course of action.
• You’ll be operating within the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern our work. It’s a very busy, fast-paced environment. You’ll need to have an organised approach to your work and be able to work flexibly and collaboratively to progress a small caseload to conclusion.

We’re looking for people with good analytical skills, who have experience of reviewing information against a framework of established policies and guidance to identify appropriate next steps. You will need to be somebody who has an unwavering attention to detail, professionalism, and compassion towards all involved in fitness to practise.

You will receive a full induction and training on joining, with ongoing support provided in the role. The start date for successful applicants will be 9 September 2024. During the first three weeks, you’ll be required to attend the office at 3 Hardman Street 5 days per week. During this period, requests for annual leave will not be accepted.  In weeks four and five you will be required in the office for 3 days per week. After this you will transition to a hybrid pattern of working from home and in the office. Current office attendance requirement is minimum 2 days per month (subject to change).

You can find more detail on the tasks you will undertake, and the essential skills required for the role, in the job pack.

Virtual event

To assist you with your application we will also be holding a virtual drop-in session on Friday 28 June at 12pm for up to an hour, where you can join us for more insights on the role and advice on how to apply, to register please follow this link: Investigation Adviser - virtual drop in session.

How to apply for the role

Please provide a CV and covering letter. The covering letter should clearly set out how you meet the essential skills for the role, which are listed in the job description. You should also include a paragraph outlining your reasons for applying for the role.

We recommend no more than 2 sides of A4 for the covering letter, but it can be more if required.

We will assess the information you provide against the skills required for the role and let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.

If you do not provide all the above, we will not be able to progress your application and your application could be withdrawn.  

GMC Benefits – Why work for us

We work with doctors, patients, and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors and those who train them need to meet and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors may be at risk, we can investigate, and take action if needed.

You’ll benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people with several excellent benefits including:

• 30 days holiday with the option to buy and sell more
• A generous employer pension contribution of 15%
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression
• Flexible working patterns
• Attractive salary that’s reviewed annually
• Discounts at 100s of high street and online stores
• Discounted gym membership
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme for those wanting a greener commute
• Bike lockers and shower facilities

We are happy to consider a range of flexible working options. Flexible working requests will be considered in line with the policy.

The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination. We are also committed to the Disability Confident employer scheme and support the requirements of the Disability Confident interview scheme. If you have a disability and meet the cut-off mark for the essential criteria for this role as outlined in the person specification document, you will be offered an interview.

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