Professional Services Pharmacist Needed at the Irish Pharmacy Union
Job Description
Note: This Job Description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the IPU in delivering its strategic objectives.
– Job Title: Professional Services Pharmacist
– Reporting to: Head of Professional Services
– Department: Professional Services
– Term of Contract: Permanent; 28-35 hours/week
– Location of Post: IPU Office, Butterfield House, Butterfield Avenue, Rathfarnham, Dublin. Hybrid options available with a minimum of 2 days (for 28hr/wk contract) or 3 days (for 35hr/wk contract) in IPU Offices.
– Grade: HSE Pharmacist Chief II
– Informal Enquiries: [email protected] Telephone 01-4936401
Key Responsibilities
– You will be working as part of the professional services team with a broad remit and a wide range of responsibilities which are key to delivering on the IPU’s agenda, including:
– Researching, scoping, planning and delivery of pharmacy service opportunities linked to the Community Pharmacy Agreement 2025;
– Supporting IPU members with professional queries and in complying with pharmacy and medicines regulations;
– Supporting IPU members with Fitness to Practice complaints and related matters;
– Providing relevant information and professional advice to IPU members;
– Fostering relationships with important external stakeholders; and
– Any other duties as may reasonably be required.
Requirements
Experience
- Registered as a pharmacist in Ireland with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience working as a pharmacist in a community pharmacy setting(s);
- Knowledge of pharmacy legislation, regulatory environment and professional service delivery issues;
- Ability to demonstrate a clear commitment to supporting and enabling the development of community pharmacy and community pharmacists;
- Experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite; and
- Possess the requisite knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the responsibilities of this role.
Skills
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and customer service skills with an ability to effectively adapt communication style and customer service as required by the audience and/or the situation;
- Strong organisational and administrative skills including a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Team Player – works collaboratively with others to maximise individual and team effectiveness in order to achieve required service levels;
- Self-awareness – has a clear understanding of own strengths and how to best utilise these within the team context;
- Growth mind-set – has a belief that their talents can be developed through application, good strategies and input from others;
- Commitment to continuing professional development and research activities;
- Adaptability – be able to deal with a number of priorities and demands at the same time and have an ability to manage interruptions requiring changes in priorities;
- Ability to balance the requirements of multiple, evolving projects within tight timescales;
- Ability to use own initiative, to focus on and produce results and to prioritise objectives;
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
- Ability to build and sustain internal and external networks and partnerships;
- Ability to take direction and meet deadlines and to work at pace when required.
Desirable
- Experience in the development of standard operating procedures and associated guidance and support documents;
- Working knowledge of Irish and European Legislation as it applies to community pharmacists and pharmacies;
- Familiarity with activities required to successfully implement new community pharmacy services;
- Experience of research, report or submission development supporting the role of pharmacists in patient safety initiatives and the delivery of health outcomes; and/or
- Experience in the management of errors and complaints.
Particulars of the Post
- The appointee to the post will report to the Head of Professional Services. Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position.
Application Process
To apply, please email your curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected] by 5:00pm on the closing date (Monday 16 February 2026).
Your application should include:
- Curriculum Vitae / Resumé
Please ensure your CV includes your full name, postal address, contact telephone number, and email address.
- Referee Details
Provide the names, positions, and contact details (phone and email) of three referees, along with a brief note on your professional relationship with each referee. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.
- Education and Qualifications
Include full details of your education history, professional training, and qualifications relevant to the role.
Employment History
- List your employment to date, including your current role and a summary of your responsibilities.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a formal, competency-based interview, which will take place at the IPU offices in Butterfield House, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14. Interviews may be conducted in person or via video conference, depending on circumstances.
