Pharmacy Manager, Edinburgh
Pharmacy Name: Lindsay and Gilmour Pharmacy Craigmillar
Contact Name: Kirsty Ballard
Contact Telephone: 07725069085
Contact Email: kirsty.ballard@lindsayandgilmour.co.uk
Website: https://www.lindsayandgilmour.co.uk/
Health Board: Lothian
Closing Date: 8th September 2026
About Lindsay & Gilmour
Lindsay & Gilmour is one of Scotland's longest-established and most respected pharmacy groups. Founded in 1826, the company has a rich heritage of providing quality pharmaceutical services and healthcare solutions to the communities it serves.
With a network of pharmacies located throughout Scotland, Lindsay & Gilmour is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and professional healthcare advice.
Lindsay & Gilmour is a Living Wage Employer.
About the Role
At Lindsay & Gilmour, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community. Our team works collaboratively with each other and with other healthcare providers, to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone looking to start out, or expand on, their management skills. A mid-sized pharmacy, with a new team means that you have the opportunity to make your own mark.
Job Description
Accurately handing out prescription medications to patients.
Providing exceptional customer service and addressing patient queries.
Maintaining detailed and accurate patient records.
Delivering exceptional standards through operational compliance to ensure efficiency and maximise profitability.
Managing stock, including ordering, date checking, and organizing medications.
Ensuring compliance with all legal and professional requirements.
Collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and promote our services.
What you’ll need to have
We’re offering you an exciting opportunity to start on your professional journey.
You will need to have experience of working with customers and be willing to complete training as a medicines counter assistant and/or pharmacy support worker.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using different IT systems.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Our Benefits
Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm with a 30 minute unpaid break.
Saturday 9am-1pm (1 in 2 Saturdays with, or without, mid-week day off).
IP add on available.
Holidays – 33 days per year pro rata.
Pension scheme.
Staff discount.
Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
Employee benefits scheme including financial wellbeing support, gym membership, dental cover, life assurance, restaurant discount cards, activity passes and much more (exclusions may apply, eligible roles only).
Access to employee assistance programme for independent and confidential advice, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.
Excellent training and development opportunities, helping employees work towards nationally recognised qualifications with professional support and relevant training.
Our benefits are subject to change and eligibility.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27.00-£29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.5 – 44.0 per week
Licence/Certification
Right to work in the UK (required)
GPhC Registration (required)
Vacancy Location:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Yes. The role is described as a development opportunity for someone looking to start out or build on their management skills.
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The working pattern is Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:30pm, with Saturday working from 9am to 1pm every second week.
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The role offers a pay rate of £27.00 to £29.00 per hour.
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Benefits include 33 days annual leave (pro rata), a pension scheme, staff discount, a discretionary annual bonus scheme, employee assistance programme and training and development opportunities.
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