Job summary
- Main area
- HPB Surgery
- Grade
- MT04
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed Term)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (Plus on Call)
- Job ref
- 349-MRI-7870460-RL4
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Manchester Royal Infirmary
- Town
- Manchester
- Salary
- £76,582 Per Annum / Pro Rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 29/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Locally Employed Doctor in HPB Surgery Post CCT
MT04
Job overview
The General Surgery Unit base at MRI is one of the busiest acute hospitals in the UK serving a population of nearly 1 million patients. The HPB unit is one of the largest in Europe and is the HPB provider for Greater Manchester and vast majority of Lancashire and Cheshire serving a population of over 3.5 million. Together with the Colorectal unit, we work to provide both elective and emergency care in a collegiate manner alongside dedicated diagnostic and interventional radiologists, anaesthetists, endoscopists, hepatologists and pancreatologists, pathologists, nutritionists, physiotherapists and cancer clinical nurse specialists.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work with the HPB surgical team performing in the range of 200 liver resections, 120 pancreatic resection, 50 complex biliary surgeries a year. There is also a very heavy workload of benign HPB cases, in particular, complicated pancreatitis and gallstone disease. The unit benefits from four deanery registrars and other core and foundation trainees.
For all posts, there is ample opportunity to participate in audits and clinical research and each department holds regular M&M meetings and an MDT. The successful applicants will also take part in the General Surgery Middle Grade on-call rota which is 1:16 resident. provides a broad, unique, and rich experience in Emergency General Surgery, often with a joint case mix with on-site specialities such as HPB, Major Trauma, Vascular Surgery & Interventional Radiology, Renal & Pancreas Transplant, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Applicants should possess MRCS and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent and must be fully registered with the GMC with Licence to Practise. Please refer to the person specification form for details of eligibility.
Working for our organisation
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
- IT Literacy
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- Medical Degree
- Full registration with the General Medical Council and current licence of practice
- Experience of working in a hospital environment with Certificate of Completion of Training in General Surgery or equivalent (or within 6 months of attaining)
- FRCS or equivalent
- Extensive Experience in Hepatobiliary Surgery
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an NHS hospital environment
Audit
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Audit
Academic Achievements
Essential criteria
- National or International presentations
- Research experience and/or Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Desirable criteria
- Higher Degree
Interpersonal Skills
Essential criteria
- Organisation Skills
- Communication Skills
- Team working Skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr Nicola De'Liguori Carino
- Job title
- Clinical Lead HPB Surgery.
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 701 1234
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