529 Medical Positions jobs in the United Kingdom

Are you an experienced medical writer ready to advance your career? We’re seeking an ambitious and talented writer to join a thriving healthcare communications team. A perfect balance of flexibility and teamwork as you help shape impactful, scientifically driven communications for pharma clients. What you'll do:

Produce high-quality, accurate and strategic content across a variety of projects.

Translate complex scientific data into clear and compelling communications.

Help to align project strategies, and manage small to medium-sized projects ensuring quality, deadlines and financial recoverability.

Salary £41k-£45k, plus excellent benefits & career development.

3 days in a vibrant central London office, 2 days remote.

Applicants must have at least 3 years' experience working in a healthcare agency setting or within a pharma company, be based in the UK, and have no visa requirements. In addition a strong scientific background (life sciences degree required, MSc/PhD a plus).

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Are you an experienced medical writer ready to advance your career? We’re seeking an ambitious and talented writer to join a thriving healthcare communications team. A perfect balance of flexibility and teamwork as you help shape impactful, scientifically driven communications for pharma clients. What you'll do:

Produce high-quality, accurate and strategic content across a variety of projects.

Translate complex scientific data into clear and compelling communications.

Help to align project strategies, and manage small to medium-sized projects ensuring quality, deadlines and financial recoverability.

Salary £41k-£45k, plus excellent benefits & career development.

3 days in a vibrant central London office, 2 days remote.

Applicants must have at least 3 years' experience working in a healthcare agency setting or within a pharma company, be based in the UK, and have no visa requirements. In addition a strong scientific background (life sciences degree required, MSc/PhD a plus).

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Medical Writer – Medical Communications

Position: Medical Writer (medical affairs)

Location: London (2 days in the office)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £45k

Start: ASAP

Medical Writer:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a flourishing Editorial team! As a member of the scientific team, you will have the chance to shape your role to fit your strengths and be instrumental in the ongoing development and growth of the division.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects across the full spectrum of medical communications activities, including congress activities, advisory boards, symposia, training materials, websites, and digital apps. Some of the key therapy areas include oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular and obesity.

With a vibrant and sociable team environment, modern offices in London, intensive on-the-job coaching, and a program of targeted training supplemented by an excellent benefits package, our client values the difference in their employees and puts a strong emphasis on creating opportunities for advancement that complement and develop strengths and further careers.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level medical writing support within accounts, achieving writing excellence across therapy areas and the communication mix and target audiences
• Review written scientific documents for writing style, strategy, content accuracy and fact/data checking, and provide constructive feedback, in addition to ensuring scientific accuracy
• Act as the Technical Lead on designated client projects
• Apply expertise and broad experience of medical communications to the development of strategic communications programmes across accounts
• Ensure all assigned projects are delivered to the highest possible editorial and scientific standards, to deadline and within budget
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and external thought leaders
• Manage and monitor own workload and that of junior writers assigned to projects. Monitor project budgets. Anticipate and provide solutions to budget and/or resource needs or limitations. Identify where new processes may be required and support their development
• Keep up to date with industry codes of practice/legislation and external issues or events that may affect existing accounts
• Monitor project costs against agreed budgets and notify the Client Services team of any changes to specification at the earliest opportunity
• Contribute to the development of account plan forecasts in liaison with client services leads
• Research and contribute to the writing and review of new business proposals and pitch presentations, playing a central role from initial strategic brainstorming to proposal delivery
• Proactively identify possible new business opportunities within assigned accounts

Requirements:

• Degree (science, preferably life science); PhD or MSc (desirable)
• Scientific knowledge and understanding
• Proficiency in delivering high-quality written work
• Presentation skills
• Able to attend international events
• High level of drive, motivation, and initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Awareness of industry guidelines and best practice and their application
• 2+ years of experience working in Medical Communications (agency)

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Medical Writer – Medical Communications

Medical Director – Medical Services & Delivery

Location: Hybrid (Tunbridge Wells office 2–3 days/week)

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Partnered with AXA Health | Exclusively managed by Opus People Solutions

Opus People Solutions is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for AXA Health in the search for a visionary Medical Director – Medical Services & Delivery . This is a high-impact, senior leadership opportunity for an experienced clinician with a strong background in healthcare insurance operations.

About the Role

This newly created position sits within AXA Health’s Commercial team and is responsible for leading internal medical operations. You’ll oversee the Medical Policy and Medical Underwriting teams, driving performance across medical, healthcare, and operational domains.

You’ll be instrumental in shaping AXA Health’s strategic direction, building a team that sets the benchmark for excellence in the UK. This hybrid role requires attendance at AXA’s Tunbridge Wells office, client sites, or industry events at least two days per week (moving to three days/week by late 2025).

Key Responsibilities

• Medical Policy Development: Design and optimise policies for healthcare funding, ensuring regulatory alignment.
• Operational Efficiency: Monitor and improve policy effectiveness and customer experience.
• Claims Support: Provide expert guidance to claims teams across modalities and technologies.
• Annual & Bi-Annual Reviews: Lead reviews of policy terms and guidance to manage indemnity risk and ensure clarity.
• Clinical Risk Management: Chair the Clinical Risk Committee and oversee AXA Health’s Clinical Risk Register.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary contact for healthcare providers regarding treatment eligibility.
• Medical Underwriting Leadership: Ensure underwriting practices are efficient, compliant, and risk-aligned.
• Training & Development: Promote continuous improvement through staff training and workshops.

Candidate Profile

• Medical qualification with substantial clinical experience.
• Postgraduate qualification or 3+ years in a similar leadership role.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including clinical governance and risk management.
• Proven success in leading strategic initiatives in complex environments.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in healthcare data tools.
• Deep understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance frameworks.
• People and resource management expertise.

Eligibility: Candidates must be authorised to work in the UK. This role is classified under the Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) and subject to periodic background screening.

What AXA Offers

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• £6,700 cash car allowance
• Up to 12% employer pension contributions
• Life Assurance (up to 10x salary)
• Private health cover
• 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days leave
• Wellbeing services & AXA employee discounts

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the Opus People Solutions website. For accessibility support, or a confidential chat contact

Medical Writer & Senior Medical Writer Opportunities – London

An outstanding Med Comms agency, located in one of London’s most vibrant areas, is looking to welcome talented Medical Writers and Senior Medical Writers to its growing team.

As part of a collaborative and ambitious medical writing team, you’ll have the chance to build deep scientific expertise across a variety of therapeutic areas—including Rare Disease, Oncology, Cardiovascular, and Diabetes. You’ll contribute to a broad range of projects such as multi-component initiatives, medical education materials, symposia, and meetings—with the option to get involved in publications too.

We’re keen to hear from experienced Medical Writers and Senior Medical Writers , as well as Associate Medical Writers who are ready to take the next step. To be successful, you must have recent experience in a UK-based medical communications agency .

This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to broaden your writing experience while working within a supportive and inspiring team.

What’s on offer:

• Flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements
• A highly competitive salary and benefits package
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

If you’re ready for your next challenge, apply today to find out more.

Please note: You must have current experience in a UK medical communications agency and full rights to work in the UK to be considered.

Medical Writer & Senior Medical Writer Opportunities – London

An outstanding Med Comms agency, located in one of London’s most vibrant areas, is looking to welcome talented Medical Writers and Senior Medical Writers to its growing team.

As part of a collaborative and ambitious medical writing team, you’ll have the chance to build deep scientific expertise across a variety of therapeutic areas—including Rare Disease, Oncology, Cardiovascular, and Diabetes. You’ll contribute to a broad range of projects such as multi-component initiatives, medical education materials, symposia, and meetings—with the option to get involved in publications too.

We’re keen to hear from experienced Medical Writers and Senior Medical Writers , as well as Associate Medical Writers who are ready to take the next step. To be successful, you must have recent experience in a UK-based medical communications agency .

This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to broaden your writing experience while working within a supportive and inspiring team.

What’s on offer:

• Flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements
• A highly competitive salary and benefits package
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

If you’re ready for your next challenge, apply today to find out more.

Please note: You must have current experience in a UK medical communications agency and full rights to work in the UK to be considered.

Senior Medical Writer – Medical Communications

Position: Senior Medical Writer (medical affairs)

Location: London (2 days in the office)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £55k

Start: ASAP

Senior Medical Writer:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a flourishing Editorial team! As a member of the scientific team, you will have the chance to shape your role to fit your strengths and be instrumental in the ongoing development and growth of the division.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects across the full spectrum of medical communications activities, including congress activities, advisory boards, symposia, training materials, websites, and digital apps. Some of the key therapy areas include oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular and obesity.

With a vibrant and sociable team environment, modern offices in London, intensive on-the-job coaching, and a program of targeted training supplemented by an excellent benefits package, our client values the difference in their employees and puts a strong emphasis on creating opportunities for advancement that complement and develop strengths and further careers.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Have an extensive scientific understanding and knowledge of the key therapy areas in which you support, including landscape, product, competitors, and the suitable messaging to use in the disease area
• Serve as the medical writing representative on assigned project teams, providing proactive support to project leadership for planning efficient work plans and timelines for medical writing deliverables
• Be able to translate the science with integrity, empathy, and impact
• Play a role in contributing to the development of product strategy, scientific messaging and statements
• Responsible for content developed by themselves and other writers on the team
• Ensure communication and educational messages are relevant, actionable and demonstrate a positive impact on patient outcomes
• Lead assigned projects/groups of projects to ensure delivery to deadline and budget
• Ensure document content and style adheres to appropriate regulatory guidelines and complies with house or client SOPs and style guidelines
• Coaches others in developing content for a diverse range of medical communications projects
• Recognises the importance of motivation and guidance, empowering colleagues to deliver and encouraging individual ownership
• Assist the client services team by proactively discussing any changes in project specification/deadline that impact project budgets and financial forecasts

Requirements:

• Degree (science, preferably life science); PhD or MSc (desirable)
• Scientific knowledge and understanding
• Proficiency in delivering high-quality written work
• Presentation skills
• Able to attend international events
• High level of drive, motivation, and initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Awareness of industry guidelines and best practice and their application
• Experience working in Medical Communications (agency)

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Senior Medical Writer – Medical Communications

A leading med comms agency is looking for a Principal Medical Writer to join their successful and collaborative team.

Known for their in-depth scientific expertise and high-quality execution, this agency works in partnership with leading pharma organisations to develop strategic, multi-channel programmes that deliver positive changes in healthcare. Their work includes meetings and symposia, medical education and publications, covering an interesting variety of therapeutic areas including Oncology, Immunology and Rare Diseases.

As PMW you’ll lead content development for allocated accounts. You will manage client relationships, contribute to scientific strategy, and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget. You’ll also review the work of junior writers and help to mentor and develop them.

You’ll be joining a friendly and sociable team, and enjoy hybrid working as well as an excellent benefits package.

Requirements

• A high level of scientific expertise, with minimum BSc level education in life sciences (MSc/PhD advantageous)
• Experience in a medical communications agency setting to PMW level.
• Expertise across a broad range of medcomms activities including publications.
• In depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and associated regulations.
• Superb client facing and leadership skills.

Senior Medical Writer – Medical Communications

Position: Senior Medical Writer (medical affairs)

Location: London (2 days in the office)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £55k

Start: ASAP

Senior Medical Writer:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a flourishing Editorial team! As a member of the scientific team, you will have the chance to shape your role to fit your strengths and be instrumental in the ongoing development and growth of the division.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects across the full spectrum of medical communications activities, including congress activities, advisory boards, symposia, training materials, websites, and digital apps. Some of the key therapy areas include oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular and obesity.

With a vibrant and sociable team environment, modern offices in London, intensive on-the-job coaching, and a program of targeted training supplemented by an excellent benefits package, our client values the difference in their employees and puts a strong emphasis on creating opportunities for advancement that complement and develop strengths and further careers.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Have an extensive scientific understanding and knowledge of the key therapy areas in which you support, including landscape, product, competitors, and the suitable messaging to use in the disease area
• Serve as the medical writing representative on assigned project teams, providing proactive support to project leadership for planning efficient work plans and timelines for medical writing deliverables
• Be able to translate the science with integrity, empathy, and impact
• Play a role in contributing to the development of product strategy, scientific messaging and statements
• Responsible for content developed by themselves and other writers on the team
• Ensure communication and educational messages are relevant, actionable and demonstrate a positive impact on patient outcomes
• Lead assigned projects/groups of projects to ensure delivery to deadline and budget
• Ensure document content and style adheres to appropriate regulatory guidelines and complies with house or client SOPs and style guidelines
• Coaches others in developing content for a diverse range of medical communications projects
• Recognises the importance of motivation and guidance, empowering colleagues to deliver and encouraging individual ownership
• Assist the client services team by proactively discussing any changes in project specification/deadline that impact project budgets and financial forecasts

Requirements:

• Degree (science, preferably life science); PhD or MSc (desirable)
• Scientific knowledge and understanding
• Proficiency in delivering high-quality written work
• Presentation skills
• Able to attend international events
• High level of drive, motivation, and initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Awareness of industry guidelines and best practice and their application
• Experience working in Medical Communications (agency)

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Senior Medical Writer – Medical Communications