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Pharmacist

J677405 Rotorua Bay of Plenty NZD110K - NZD160K / Year

Pharmacist, Rotorua, New Zealand
Lifestyle-Led Role, Career Progression & Ownership, Regional Leadership Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established and expanding community pharmacy group in New Zealand to recruit a Pharmacist for a modern, community-focused pharmacy in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty.

This opportunity suits pharmacists looking for long-term career development, leadership exposure, and a genuine lifestyle upgrade in one of New Zealand's most distinctive regions.

Why Rotorua?
Rotorua offers a lifestyle that blends nature, culture, and affordability, with everything close at hand.

• Affordable housing compared to major NZ cities
• Short commute times and relaxed pace of life
• Surrounded by lakes, forests, mountain biking trails, and geothermal landscapes
• Strong Māori culture and community connection
• Excellent schools and family-friendly environment
• Easy access to Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty
• For pharmacists relocating from the UK and Ireland, Rotorua delivers worklife balance, outdoor living, and a lower cost of living, without limiting career progression.

The Role
You'll be based in a busy, well-supported community pharmacy delivering free prescriptions and a broad range of clinical services, including:

• Vaccinations
• Emergency contraception
• UTI consultations
• Front-line primary healthcare services

The pharmacy is supported by dispensing automation, experienced technicians, and multiple pharmacists, allowing you to focus on patient care rather than volume pressure.

Career Progression & Ownership Pathway
This role is designed for pharmacists who want more than a static position.

• Clear pathways are available into:
• Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) roles
• Regional leadership or senior clinical positions
• Managing Partner / Co-Owner opportunities with equity
• For those interested in ownership, structured financial guidance and banking support are available to help eligible pharmacists progress into pharmacy partnership, offering long-term financial security and professional fulfilment.

Registration, Relocation & Support
International pharmacists are fully supported through the New Zealand transition process:

• Completion of the New Zealand Pharmacy Council clinical exam
• Supervised practice period on arrival (typically 48 weeks, often shorter for experienced candidates)
• Supervised pay rate: NZD $45 per hour
• Upon full APC registration, pay increases strong performers may start above NZD $50.88 per hour
• NZD $10,000 relocation allowance (taxed locally)
• Key professional costs covered, including APC registration fees and insurance reimbursements
• Community pharmacists remain on New Zealand's Green List, supporting smoother residency and visa pathways.

A Note on Salary Comparisons
We advise candidates not to directly convert NZD salaries into GBP.
The true value of this role lies in lifestyle, affordability, safety, healthcare access, and ownership potential, creating a balanced and sustainable long-term proposition.

Who This Role Is Ideal For

• UK, Irish, and international pharmacists considering relocation
• NZ-registered pharmacists seeking leadership or ownership
• Pharmacists wanting career progression with an outdoor lifestyle

To find out more, hit apply and the team will be in touch to chat to you about your options to move to New Zealand as a Pharmacist.