If you’re an experienced Pharmacy professional with a sense of adventure, this is a unique opportunity that's hard to match anywhere else in the world!
Pharmacist
Falkland Islands
* FIXED-TERM UP TO 4 YEARS
* Full Time. 37.5 hours per week. On-Call.
* Starting £43,141 to £49,590, rising to £53,055, 25% Gratuity (taxable) and a Flights & Relocation Package
The FIG Health & Social Services Department is looking for a Pharmacist to join our existing team in managing and developing the current pharmacy service to support the delivery of high-quality primary, secondary and community health services by ensuring the safe, economic and effective use of medicines. The pharmacy is the only one in the Falkland Islands and is an integral part of the King Edward Memorial Hospital, based in the Island’s capital, Stanley. The service follows UK practices and standards of care, modified to meet local needs and circumstances.
The Role
As the sole Pharmacist, working in conjunction with three Pharmacy Technicians and a Pharmacy Assistant, main accountabilities include managing the day-to-day running of the pharmacy department and, when necessary, undertaking core dispensary-based tasks as well as developing and maintaining the hospital drug formulary.
You will also work in collaboration with clinical colleagues and subsequently ensure evidence-based, cost-effective prescribing practices are followed by monitoring compliance with the formulary and take the lead role in running the smoking cessation clinic and other primary health clinics, according to the needs of the community and personal skill levels.
The Person
* Hold a Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
* Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or equivalent professional registering body.
* Have a minimum of 3 year’s post-registration experience working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Management and staff training experience.
* Be able to understand the benefits and challenges of living and working remotely in a small, close-knit community.
* Be flexible and able to adapt to different ways of working
The Package
* Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years.
* Starting Salary £43,141 to £49,590 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) rising to £53,055.
* Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity (taxable), paid upon successful completion of contract.
* 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays.
* Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
* Flights Package for you and any recognised dependents residing with you at post both at the beginning and end of contract, along with additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract.
* Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
* A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.
Life on the Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore
The Falkland Islands Government (FIG)
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
Ready for a major change? Come join us. The Falklands are a stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in!
To find out more and apply:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to our website where you will be able to download an application pack.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
For further information regarding the position, please contact Dr Matthew Allan, Senior Dental Officer.
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
* Closing Date for Applications - 28 August 2026
* Shortlisting commencing – 21st August 2026
* Panel Interviews – 7th September 2026
* Prior to shortlisting, you may be asked to provide evidence of professional registration and complete a short competency-based assessment.
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Salary description
£43141.00 - £49590.00 per year