New Opportunity | Professional Services Associate | Optometry | West Midlands
Zest Optical are currently supporting a leading name within the optical industry to recruit a Professional Services Associate based from their West Midlands headquarters.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Optometrist looking to move beyond practice and into a highly visible professional services role.
The position combines education, training, clinical expertise and commercial awareness, working closely with optical professionals across the UK to deliver engaging learning experiences, support product adoption and contribute to wider business objectives.
The successful candidate will become a recognised subject matter expert, creating and delivering CPD events, professional education programmes and technical training to both customers and colleagues.
The Role
Act as a product and clinical expert across ophthalmic lenses and optical instrumentation
Create and deliver accredited CPD presentations for Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians and optical practice teams
Design and facilitate engaging educational content through face-to-face, virtual and workshop-based formats
Deliver product training and skills development programmes aligned to commercial objectives
Support customer engagement through professional education and clinical expertise
Develop and deliver internal learning programmes for employees across multiple departments
Collaborate with sales, marketing and leadership teams on key business initiatives
Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and professional meetings
Occasional UK and international travel
The Candidate
Fully qualified Optometrist with current GOC registration
Strong understanding of ophthalmic lenses, dispensing and optical practice operations
Experience creating and delivering CPD presentations, educational content or professional training programmes
Confident presenter with excellent public speaking and communication skills
Ability to engage and influence a wide range of optical professionals
Commercially aware with an understanding of how education can support business growth
Experience working within a professional services, education, clinical affairs or training-focused role would be advantageous
Comfortable building relationships with independent practices, groups and key stakeholders
Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Willingness to travel as required
Salary & Benefits
Excellent salary plus bonus scheme
10% employer pension contribution
Private healthcare
Long-term career development opportunities within a global market-leading organisation
This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist who enjoys education, training and professional development, and is looking to utilise their clinical expertise in a broader role that combines technical knowledge, stakeholder engagement and commercial impact.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £70000 per annum + Additional Benefits
Posted: 2026-06-03 14:06:26
Clinical Lead Optometrist - NewcastleIndependent Optical Group | Clinical Leadership Role | £60,000 to £70,000 DOE
Zest Optical are working alongside a respected independent optical group in the Newcastle and North East area to recruit a Clinical Lead Optometrist.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Optometrist who is passionate about clinical leadership, governance, colleague development and maintaining high clinical standards across a growing independent Opticians group.
The role offers a varied working week with 2 days spent testing in practice and 3 days focused on clinical leadership, NHS compliance, governance, mentoring and support across the wider business.
This Clinical Lead Optometrist job in Newcastle would suit an experienced GOC registered Optometrist looking to move into a broader clinical leadership role within an independent Opticians environment.
The Role
Clinical Lead Optometrist role within an independent optical group
5 days per week
Salary between £60,000 to £70,000 DOE
2 testing days and 3 days in a wider clinical leadership capacity
Supporting Optometrists across multiple practices
Clinical governance, NHS compliance and audit responsibilities
Providing clinical support, guidance and mentoring to Optometrists
Supporting clinical implementation of new technology and equipment
Investigating and managing clinical complaints and governance concerns
Delivering training, CPD support and professional development initiatives
Working closely with Practice Managers and leadership teams
Supporting commercial awareness while maintaining excellent clinical standards
This is a highly influential Optometry role where you will play a key part in shaping clinical standards, supporting Optometrists and helping drive continued growth and development across the independent optical group.
Requirements
Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist
Strong clinical knowledge and governance awareness
Previous experience supporting, mentoring or leading Optometrists beneficial
Understanding of NHS pathways, compliance and audit processes
Commercial awareness within an optical environment
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Organised with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Passion for colleague development and clinical excellence
What's on Offer
Salary between £60,000 to £70,000 DOE
Varied role combining clinical practice and leadership responsibilities
Opportunity to influence clinical standards across a respected independent optical group
Supportive leadership environment
Long-term career progression opportunities
To apply for this Clinical Lead Optometrist job in Newcastle, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link.
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Type: Permanent Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £70000 per annum + Pro Rata
Posted: 2026-05-07 12:31:25
