đź“Ť Bristol
About JD Healthcare
With one of the strongest fertility regulatory frameworks in the world, the UK is a global leader in reproductive medicine, innovation, and patient safety.
JD Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading private healthcare groups within the fertility sector. Through our specialist brands — London Women’s Clinic, London Egg Bank, London Sperm Bank and Kind IVF — we have supported thousands of people on their journey to starting a family.
We are now expanding our footprint with a new laboratory in Bristol and are seeking an experienced clinical leader to help bring it to life.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting a Senior Embryologist / Deputy Lab Manager to play a pivotal role in the set-up and ongoing operation of our new laboratory. This is a senior, hands-on role combining clinical excellence, operational leadership, and team development, working closely with the Lab Manager and wider multidisciplinary teams to deliver the highest standards of patient care, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the set-up and opening of the new laboratory, helping to establish workflows and activity
* Assist the Lab Manager with day-to-day laboratory operations and capacity planning
* Ensure compliance with HFEA regulations and UK legislation
* Deliver and oversee high-quality embryology practice and patient care
* Train, mentor, and support embryology staff
* Work collaboratively with clinicians and operational teams to optimise patient outcomes
* Maintain accurate documentation, records, and confidentiality standards
* Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development
* Act as a key communication link between departments
About You
* Qualified Senior / Lead Embryologist
* HCPC registered
* Strong working knowledge of HFEA regulations and UK fertility legislation
* Experience in a hospital or embryology laboratory setting
* Highly organised, detail-focused, and clinically rigorous
* Confident communicator with a collaborative leadership style
* Passionate about continuous professional development and clinical excellence
What We Offer
* 24 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (full-time equivalent)
* Life assurance
* Childcare vouchers
* Learning & development opportunities
* Pension scheme
* The opportunity to help build and shape a new laboratory from the ground up
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
London Women’s Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. All applications are assessed fairly and based on merit.
Additional Information
* This role is subject to a DBS check
* Two professional references will be required
* Proof of right to work in the UK is mandatory
Interested?
If you’re an experienced embryologist ready to take the next step into senior clinical leadership and play a key role in launching a new lab, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply via LinkedIn or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion.