Public Health Consultant (Locum), HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Overview

Make a real difference to population health at scale! Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant in Public Health (locum) to join our high‑performing team and provide strategic leadership during a period of planned leave cover.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of the largest and most ambitious public health systems in England, where you will influence policy, shape programmes, and deliver meaningful improvements in population health and health equity.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across council and system partners
• Lead programmes focused on prevention and management of long‑term conditions and improving health outcomes for older people (manage and develop a team of up to 10 staff)
• Support system‑wide priorities through the Integrated Care System (ICS)
• Drive evidence‑based decision‑making and innovation – a hands‑on leadership role with real scope to shape services and improve lives

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Track record of delivering impact across complex systems
• Passion for reducing health inequalities
• Collaborative approach and thrives in partnership environments

Benefits

• High‑profile, forward‑thinking service with a strong national reputation
• Influential system leadership role within a mature Integrated Care System
• Opportunity to lead at scale across a large and diverse population
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team of consultants and skilled professionals
• Strong partnerships with NHS, academia, and national bodies
• Flexible, hybrid working to support work‑life balance
• Competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

You must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role.

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