Pharmacy Manager Salary in the UK — 2026
Based on 6 salary data points from live job listings. There are currently 94 pharmacy manager jobs advertised.
NHS vs Community Pharmacy Pay
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About Pharmacy Manager Salaries in the UK
The average pharmacy manager salary across the UK is £42,453 per year as of 2026, based on analysis of 6 current job listings from across England. Salaries range from £19,000 at the lower end to £59,186 for senior or specialist positions.
Career Progression
Pharmacists in the NHS follow the Agenda for Change pay framework, typically starting at Band 6 (£37,338–£44,962) and progressing to Band 7 (£46,148–£52,809) or Band 8a+ for specialist and management roles. Community pharmacy salaries are negotiated individually and can vary significantly between chains and independents.
Factors Affecting Pharmacy Manager Pay
Key factors influencing pharmacy manager salaries include: sector (NHS vs community), location (London premium of ~£3,000–£5,000), experience level, additional qualifications (independent prescribing, clinical diplomas), and whether the role includes management responsibilities. Locum rates are typically higher but without employment benefits.
Latest live pharmacy manager vacancies
PharmSee is currently tracking 94 active pharmacy manager vacancies across the UK from 11 pharmacy chains and NHS Jobs. Refreshed every 12 hours. Below: the most recently discovered listings.
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Clinical Pharmacy Manager NhsJobsTorbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust · Torquay, TQ2 7AA · £66582.00 to £77368.00 p.a.
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Pharmacy Manager SuperdrugSuperdrug · Castleford · 1
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Pharmacy Manager (Non Pharmacist Manager) RowlandsRowlands · ROP plus £1.44 Supplement
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Pharmacy Manager (Pharmacist) RowlandsRowlands · Competitive rate and excellent benefits
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Pharmacy Manager (Non Pharmacist Manager) RowlandsRowlands · ROP plus £1.44 Supplement
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Duty Pharmacy Manager - Clowne P/T TescoTesco · Clowne
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Duty Pharmacy Manager - Pitsea FTC TescoTesco · Pitsea
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Pharmacy Manager MorrisonsMorrisons · Letchworth · Competitive salary, plus excellent benefits
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average pharmacy manager salary in the UK?
The median pharmacy manager salary in the UK is £42,453 per year as of 2026, based on 6 current job listings tracked by PharmSee. The 25th–75th percentile range is £34,706–£50,782.
How many pharmacy manager jobs are open in the UK right now?
PharmSee is currently tracking 94 active pharmacy manager vacancies in the UK from 11 UK pharmacy chains and NHS Jobs. Listings refresh every 12 hours.
What qualifications does a UK pharmacy manager need?
UK pharmacists must complete a GPhC-accredited MPharm degree (4 years), a Foundation Training Year, pass the GPhC registration assessment, and maintain GPhC registration with annual renewal and CPD.
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Methodology
Salary data is collected from live job listings across 11 pharmacy employers and job boards in the UK. We apply IQR-based statistical filtering (1.5× interquartile range) to remove outliers caused by data entry errors or unusual compensation structures. Hourly rates are converted to annual equivalents using a 37.5-hour week. NHS salaries include basic pay only (no unsocial hours or high-cost area supplements). Data is refreshed daily. Sample size: 6 total, 6 after filtering.