72 Medical Services jobs in the United Kingdom

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 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

• Provide clinical support and management for the clinical team, including in-house and contractor clinicians.
• Ensure clinical operations meet the highest standards and are effective.
• Develop relationships with client stakeholders and promote patient interests.
• Collaborate on audits, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Provide strategic input into clinical governance and risk management.
• Lead and support the clinical team and deputise for the Clinical Lead when necessary.

• Annual salary of 50,000
• 25 days of annual leave plus moving day leave
• Membership of the company pension scheme
• Life assurance and Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Free annual flu vaccination and eye tests every two years
• Professional development opportunities and environmental initiatives

• A BSc in Adult Nursing or Paramedic Science, with relevant registration.
• At least 5 years post-qualification experience as a nurse or paramedic.
• Experience in leading and managing teams.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A full driving licence and own transport.

• Provide clinical support and management for the clinical team, including in-house and contractor clinicians.
• Ensure clinical operations meet the highest standards and are effective.
• Develop relationships with client stakeholders and promote patient interests.
• Collaborate on audits, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Provide strategic input into clinical governance and risk management.
• Lead and support the clinical team and deputise for the Clinical Lead when necessary.

• Annual salary of 50,000
• 25 days of annual leave plus moving day leave
• Membership of the company pension scheme
• Life assurance and Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Free annual flu vaccination and eye tests every two years
• Professional development opportunities and environmental initiatives

• A BSc in Adult Nursing or Paramedic Science, with relevant registration.
• At least 5 years post-qualification experience as a nurse or paramedic.
• Experience in leading and managing teams.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A full driving licence and own transport.

• Lead clinical strategy and operational excellence across all departments
• Drive quality improvement, compliance, and patient safety
• Manage clinical budgets and workforce planning
• Deputise for the Hospital Director when required

• Senior-level hospital management experience
• Deep understanding of statutory regulations and clinical governance
• Proven leadership in driving innovation and service improvement
• Strong financial acumen and people management skills

• £70,000 annual salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Free parking and subsidised meals
• Enhanced maternity pay and pension scheme
• Flexible benefits: tech discounts, gym membership, healthcare cash plan
• Career development: leadership training, sponsored qualifications, long service awards