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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) is the independent regulator of fertility treatment and embryo research. We license and inspect clinics and laboratories to ensure safe, effective services for everyone affected by fertility treatment. We hold the largest database of fertility treatments in the world.

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In November 2024, the HFEA was awarded People Insight’s Outstanding Workplace Award 2024. This award is for organisations that achieve a top-quartile employee engagement score, of 85% percent or higher, in their employee survey.

Inspector (Clinical)

We are looking to recruit a Clinical Inspector to join our team on a nine-month contract to cover maternity leave. You will need to have a clinical / nursing background and experience of working in a senior role in the related discipline relevant to healthcare.

You will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of HFEA licensed centres. You will be able to work independently; to make professional judgements on the impact of non-compliance; to be resilient when managing difficult situations, and; be able to make proportionate and effective recommendations to promote compliance. You should be committed to promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a home based role, travel across the UK will feature as part of this role which will include overnight stays.

Closing date: Sunday, 15^th February 2026

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