Medical Director

Avon LMC is recruiting two Medical Directors toprovide senior medical leadership and strategic advocacy for general practiceacross Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG).This is a newly established leadership role designed tostrengthen support for member practices, enhance system influence, andcontribute to the strategic direction of the LMCThe role is 10 hours per week (minimum two sessions)and is compatible with a GP Partner or sessional role.Postholders must remain in active clinical practice.Main duties of the jobProvide advice and guidance to GPs and practiceteams on clinical and regulatory mattersRepresent general practice at local, regionaland national meetingsAct as a senior point of contact for ICBs, NHSEngland, and other stakeholdersSupport development and delivery of Avon LMCsstrategic objectivesLine manages the Director of NursingPromote the value of general practice and engagewith member practicesContribute to communications, publications, andnational conference motionsTravel within the BNSSG area will be required.Working PatternThe two roles will work across Tuesday to Thursday,structured as follows:Work pattern would be 10 hours worked over either:Role 1Tuesday and Wednesday orRole 2Tuesday and ThursdayThere would be a mandatory requirement to be available on Tuesdayafternoons for both roles.There will be an expectation of reasonable flexibility basedon business need, including occasional evening meetings or system events.About usWhatis a Local Medical Committee (LMC)?An LMC isthe statutory representative body for NHS general practitioners and GPpractices. LMCs are recognised in legislation, funded by a statutorylevy paid by GP practices, operating independently of NHS England,Integrated Care Boards (ICB), and employers.AvonLMC represents all GPs and GP practices across BNSSG, including GPPartners, Salaried GPs and levy paying Locum GPs.- Protectand promote the interests of general practice- Advocatefor GPs locally, regionally, and nationally- Provideexpert contractual, professional and workload advice- Feedlocal GP intelligence into national policy discussionsKeyFunctions of Avon LMCRepresentationand advocacyAvonLMC represents general practice in discussions with the BNSSG ICB,NHS England, local authorities and other system partners.Contractualadvice and supportProvidingexpert interpretation of GP contracts, including advice on core GP workand contractual boundaries.Workloadand interface issuesChallenginginappropriate workload transfer from secondary care and other providersand supporting practices to manage interface problems.Developinglocal policy positions and contributing to national GP policy via the BritishMedical Association (BMA) and GPC England.ProfessionalsupportSupportingGPs through system pressures and signposting to appropriatesupport when needed.Job responsibilitiesAvon Local Medical Committee Job DescriptionMedical DirectorLocation(with the expectation to travel between members andto events)Reporting ToManaging Director and accountable to the Avon LMCBoardCommitment10 hours per week, split into a minimum of twosessions per week.Type of RoleEmployed/PermanentOverviewThe role of the Medical Director is a senior leadershipposition requiring excellent working relationships with colleagues on theBoard, Executive Committee as well as wider stakeholders. The Medical Directorrole is dynamic and is responsible for the ongoing support of the general practicein our region.This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities,but an overview of the remit of the position.PurposeThe Medical Director role is a new position within Avon LMCand has been established to provide senior medical leadership to the LMC. Aswell as providing operational support, the role will also contribute to thestrategic direction of the organisation by engaging with its members, otherLMCs, stakeholders and other local and national bodies. The position isresponsible for representing and ensuring effective advocacy for generalpractice in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset, at a local, regionaland national level.Key Responsibilities-Providingadvice and guidance to GPs and practice employees on clinical and regulatoryqueries, in line with relevant legislation and best practice.-Signposting GPs and practice employees to the appropriate bodies and services whereadvice is sought on non-clinical matters (including but not limited toemployment, premises, administrative queries or any other matters which falloutside of the Directors area of expertise).-Workingcollaboratively with the Board, Managing Director and other LMC colleagues toensure the LMC constitution, policies and procedures are reviewed and updatedregularly.-Linemanagement responsibility for the Avon LMC Director of Nursing.-Maintaina strong working knowledge of key general practice frameworks including (butnot limited to) the GMS contract and the Statement of Financial Entitlements.-Supportthe development of the Avon LMC strategy (short and long term), including aimsand objectives. Delivering feedback on the progress of this strategy to the Board,members and other stakeholders.-Pointof contact for other organisations including ICBs, NHS England and subsequentbodies, Local Authorities, Department of Health, NHS trusts and othercommissioners and service providers.-RepresentLMC members at meetings with commissioners and other partners.-Activelypromote the value of GPs and the LMC.-Managemedia enquiries and speak to media representatives, where appropriate, on behalfof the LMC and its members.-Providefeedback to members on the achievements and objectives of the LMC, as well ascollecting valuable feedback from members.-Feedbackareas of concern and issues arising from LMC members.-Attendand support key events to represent the LMC and members, including conferencesand evening events where necessary, including regional LMC meetings, Committeemeetings and ad hoc meetings.-Buildand maintain relationships with other GP organisations such as One Care, andthe Training Hub.-Supportwith content for publications to the members of the LMC, including articles forthe newsletter, email updates and resources.-Draftand submit motions to the National GP Conferences.-Awarenessand contribution of the BMA GP Committee and LMC Listserver.-Ensureequality and fairness at all times by upholding the Equal Opportunitiesframework.Person SpecificationQualificationsGMC Registered General PractitionerGP Medical Performers ListMBA or other postgraduate qualificationExperienceInfluencing and negotiation experience at a senior levelExpert medical knowledge and experience of UK Primary Care systems, regulations, and practices.Understanding of commissioning structures and an LMCs role in the system, locally and nationally.Senior leadership role within primary carePublished academic papersCurrently working or have experience working in BNSSG.Experience of working with ICBs, PCNs, or interface roles between general practice and the wider NHS.Strategic Approach, Practical, and IT SkillsChange management experience, including design, implementation, and deliveryUnderstanding of Information Governance, GDPR, and Confidentiality obligations when handling membership queries.Personal & Professional QualitiesAble to build strong working relationships with colleagues at all levels.Self-motivated and driven. Able to work alone or as part of a team.Confident to speak to others and address groups of people.Professional, demonstrating fairness, integrity, and mitment to continuous professional municationVerbal and written communication skillsWriting skills, including reports, colleague communications, and information sharing.Experience of working with media representatives and public forumsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-03-14