Head of Clinical, Obesity
London
Medical – Clinical /
Part time /
On-site
About Numan
Founded in 2018, we’ve already grown to be a 200+ team distributed across the globe united by a singular mission: empowering people to take control of their health.
Numan is transforming health: we’ve built a cutting-edge platform that integrates diagnostics, medication, supplements, digital programmes, and doctor consultations. Giving people the tools they need to shake off inertia, seize control of their health, and make the most of it.
To deliver on our transformative mission, we are guided by our 5 company values:
• Patients first.
• Deliver sustainable results at speed.
• Own the quality.
• Succeed together.
• Care deeply.
Backed by top-tier investors, Numan is already having a positive impact on hundreds of thousands of patients here in the UK, and we want you to help us deliver this mission!
The role
As the Head of Clinical, Obesity, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Numan's obesity program. You'll oversee the strategic clinical direction, ensure operational excellence, and position Numan as a thought leader in obesity medicine. You’ll collaborate across teams, drive evidence-based care, and support cutting-edge research in partnership with our Clinical Research team.
You'll be responsible for:
Strategic Leadership:
• Define and implement the overall clinical strategy for Numan’s obesity program.
• Ensure the program remains aligned with the latest clinical evidence, guidelines, and innovations in obesity medicine.
• Act as a thought leader, representing Numan at conferences, events, and in publications.
Operational Management & Efficiency:
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the obesity program.
• Collaborating with teams across Clinical Product, Commercial, Growth, and Data to optimise service delivery.
• Driving improvements in operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of clinical care.
Team Leadership:
• Leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, with a Clinical Lead as a direct report.
• Fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Providing guidance and oversight to ensure the team delivers exceptional patient outcomes.
Clinical Excellence:
• Ensuring all clinical interventions are evidence-based and in line with the latest research and guidance.
• Working closely with the Clinical Research team to develop and implement innovative studies.
• Monitoring clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction to drive continuous improvement.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- A licence to practise and is a GMC-registered doctor
- Registered as a GMC Specialist Register with extensive post-CCT experience or a qualified GP.
- A demonstrated interest and expertise in obesity medicine.
- Proven experience within the health tech sector, leveraging technology to enhance patient care.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and lead teams.
- Strong leadership skills, with a track record of leading from the front and driving team performance.
Our benefits include...
🏖 - 25 days holiday pro rata, plus bank holidays.
🧸 - Enhanced maternity and parental leave.
💼 - Employee assistance programme (access to therapy, financial planning and discounts).
⚖️ - Generous pension (includes both employee and employer contributions).
💻 - Flexible working options, including a dog friendly office in Farringdon.
📚 - Personal training and development budget via Learnerbly.
👟 - Wellhub membership, giving you access to over 2,000 locations in the UK.
☕️ - Free office snacks including breakfast items, soft drinks, tea and coffee.
🚲 - Cycle to work scheme.
% - Discount to Numan products for your friends and family.
🤲 - Paid volunteering days.
Diversity at Numan
At Numan, people are at the heart of who we are. We recognise and value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from all backgrounds bring.
We promote innovation and creativity, enabling us to tackle things from various viewpoints and are committed to equal opportunities and continuously strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, heard, and valued.
Embracing diversity isn't just our goal; it's our strength, driving us towards a more inclusive future.
