The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Louise Goldring as its new Director of Education, a key leadership role as the organisation transitions to become the Royal College of Pharmacy.

Louise is currently Director of Learning at the Royal College of Surgeons of England and is responsible for the education and development of nearly 30,000 surgeons. During her 14-year career at the College, she has also held the roles of Head of Learning and Innovation, Head of Educational Development and Innovation and Development Advisor. 

Louise’s appointment is part of carefully planned and managed leadership changes announced in August and designed to ensure that key appointments are in place as RPS transitions to become a royal college.

As Director of Education, Louise will lead the development of educational strategy and programmes that support the development, learning and career ambitions of pharmacists in all sectors and roles to the benefit of patients and the public. Her role will be central to shaping the future of pharmacy to help deliver the inaugural five-year strategy being developed for the new royal college.

Paul Bennett, Chief Executive of RPS, said:

“I’m delighted to welcome Louise as Director of Education. Her appointment reflects the fact that education and learning will be at the heart of the new royal college. Louise’s expertise and leadership will be invaluable as we transition to become the Royal College of Pharmacy.”

Louise Goldring said:

“I am really pleased to be joining RPS at such an important time in its history. I am excited to bring my experience and expertise to build on the excellent foundations already in place and I look forward to meeting and working closely with members and staff in the New Year.”

The new Executive team will also include roles such as Director of Finance and Technology and Director of Pharmacy. Recruitment is underway for an inaugural Chair of the Trustee Board of the new royal college.

The transition to the Royal College of Pharmacy is expected to be completed by April 2026.

More information about the RPS’s journey to becoming a royal college.