Practice Manager – Apollo Vets, Braintree
Up to £40,000 DOE
40 hours per week, 8-hour days (8am–4:30pm)
Lead with purpose across our three-branch practice group
At Apollo Vets, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication anchors our commitment to delivering exceptional care for pets and their owners. We’re now looking for a talented and enthusiastic Practice Manager to join our team, overseeing our three sites. Your main base will be our Black Notley practice, with regular visits to our Dunmow and Maldon branches (1–2 days per week). You’ll work closely with our Practice Director to ensure operational excellence and consistency across all locations.
Veterinary experience is essential for this role, and we’re ideally looking for someone with an RVN qualification or strong clinical background who understands the day-to-day running and challenges of practice life.
Role Details
As our Practice Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the team and ensuring the smooth running of our practice group. Your key responsibilities will include:
Overseeing daily operations across all three sites, ensuring efficiency and consistencyLeading, motivating and supporting the clinical and administrative teams to deliver exceptional patient and client careWorking closely with the Practice Director on business planning, growth and strategic developmentManaging budgets, financial performance and resource allocation across the practiceImplementing and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance with RCVS and other regulationsActing as a first point of contact for staff and clients on operational mattersSupporting recruitment, onboarding, training and development of team membersPromoting a positive, collaborative and supportive culture across all sites
Fix or Flex – Find Your Perfect Balance
We’re committed to helping our people achieve a healthy work-life balance. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, typically across five days, with flexibility where possible and some travel between sites. There are no out-of-hours requirements for this role.
About the Practice
Apollo Vets is a close-knit, three-branch group with our main site just 3 miles from Braintree and excellent transport links to London. Each of our branches is well equipped and supported by a fantastic clinical and administrative team who value collaboration, care and continuous improvement. You’ll be joining a practice where leadership, teamwork and operational excellence truly matter.
Because Our People Matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. Investing in our team, facilities and development is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary of up to £40,000, you will benefit from:
Work-life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance with length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
CPD allowance and training opportunities relevant to practice managementLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to professional resources and networking opportunities
Professional Memberships & Support
Support for relevant professional memberships and fees
Additional Benefits
Reward Gateway – discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersPension – 5% employee / 3% employer contributionDiscounted staff pet care
Closing date for this role is Tuesday 21st October