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Guidance & support at every stage of your career

Whatever career pathway you decide to explore, we are here to provide you with guidance and support along the way. Do you need contract advice? Are you having issues in your workplace? Are you thinking of starting a practice? What about taking on a leadership role?

Do you worry about how to stay registered while being on parental leave? Are you starting locum work? Are you considering whether it’s the right time to retire?

No matter what the question is, the good news is we are here to help by providing you with independent, complimentary and confidential career and employment advice.

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