The RCP invites applications from fellows for the position of deputy registrar. This role offers the opportunity to oversee the RCP fellowship process, engage directly with the membership, and contribute to the strategic direction and implementation of the membership team.
About the role
- Start date: April 2025.
- Term: Initial 3-year term, extendable to 4 years by mutual agreement.
- Eligibility: Open to fellows in good standing with the RCP, your employer and the GMC. Job-share applications are welcomed, provided agreements are established between applicants prior to submission.
- Commitment: Equivalent to 2 days per week using external duty or job-planned time.
- Remuneration: The role is unsalaried; however, a clinician release supplement of up to £12,000 per annum is available to support employer backfill costs. Eligible expenses are reimbursed in accordance with the RCP’s travel policy.
Key responsibilities
The deputy registrar will:
- provide operational oversight of the RCP fellowship process and work collaboratively with the registrar on its strategic development, including reporting to RCP Council
- collaborate with the membership engagement team, regional advisers and regional managers to strengthen connections between elected and appointed regional representatives across the country
- play a key role in the development and implementation of the RCP membership engagement strategy
- represent the RCP at governance meetings, committees and other key events
- lead initiatives promoting the professional development of physicians across all career stages, with an emphasis on supporting career pathways beyond traditional training structures.
Why apply?
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of medicine and to support physicians at every stage of their careers. The ideal candidate will have experience in governance, strategic development and building professional networks.
Application process
- How to apply: Submit a short CV and cover letter addressed to the registrar at recruitment@rcp.ac.uk. Your cover letter should demonstrate your alignment with the person specification and outline your approach to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role, including identifying time within your job plan
- Deadline: Applications must be received by 23:59 on Sunday 26 January 2025
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend in-person interviews in London on Wednesday 5 February 2025. In addition, a staff panel interview will take place on Monday 3 or Tuesday 4 February 2025 via Microsoft Teams.
Recruitment timeline
- Application deadline: 23:59 on 26 January 2025
- Shortlisting: Week commencing 27 January 2025
- Interviews: Wednesday 5 February 2025 in person in London and Monday 3 or Tuesday 4 February 2025 via Microsoft Teams
- Start date: April 2025.
Interview panel
- Dr Omar Mustafa, registrar (chair)
- Mr Matthew Foster, executive director, Membership Support and Global Engagement (MSGE)
- Ms Jennie Finn, deputy director, Membership Support and Global Engagement (MSGE)
- Dr Ruth Law, RCP censor.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr Omar Mustafa or Matthew Foster for an informal discussion about the role. Appointments can be made through victoria.wilson@rcp.ac.uk.
Diversity and inclusion
The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
The RCP is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the strategic and professional development of the RCP while advancing its commitment to excellence in healthcare and physician development.
Apply for this vital role today.