Director of Public Health

We are seeking a Director of Public Health for a local government organisation on an initial 12-month contract paying up to £950 per day inside IR35.

This is a hybrid working role offering strategic leadership across public health, system collaboration, and population health management.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Registered with GMC, GDC, or UKPHR (or within 6 months of registration)
• Proven experience in senior public health roles within complex systems
• Strong track record in population health, health protection, and addressing inequalities
• Ability to lead cross-sector public health initiatives and statutory responsibilities
• Experience managing large budgets and multi-disciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on public health strategy, health protection, and statutory duties under the NHS and Health & Social Care Acts
• Provide strategic leadership across health improvement, emergency planning, and integrated care systems
• Act as the principal adviser on public health matters to senior stakeholders and partners
• Deliver annual population health reports and ensure evidence-based commissioning

Interested? Please apply below.

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