Director of Practice - Market Vets
Market Veterinary Centre, South Molton, South Molton, South West
Discipline: Leadership
Full Time
Up to £45,000 pa DOE
Director of Practice - Market Vets
Salary up to £45,000 DOE,
Closing date: 3rd September Subject to change
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
Market Vets, part of ivc, are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Director of Practice to lead two closely located practices and play a pivotal role in their continued growth and success. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader who enjoys balancing people, performance and business strategy. You don’t need a clinical background, what matters is your ability to lead, inspire and develop teams while delivering strong operational and commercial results.
You’ll lead a team of more than 40 people across reception, administration, client care, veterinary and nursing teams, creating an environment where people feel supported, engaged and motivated to perform at their best.
With strong local competition, we’re looking for someone with real commercial acumen who can identify opportunities, drive sustainable growth and ensure the practices continue to thrive. You’ll take ownership of the full P&L, annual business planning and budgetary performance, while supporting excellent client engagement, retention and clinical standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the operational, commercial, and financial performance of the veterinary practices, working in partnership with the Clinical Directors to achieve business and clinical objectives.
Drive business growth through strategic planning, continuous improvement initiatives, and effective management of practice performance and budgets.
Build, engage, and develop a high-performing team culture by providing leadership, coaching, and effective resource management.
Ensure the delivery of exceptional clinical standards, regulatory compliance, and outstanding client and patient care across all locations.
Champion a safe, compliant, and collaborative working environment while supporting the implementation of company goals and best practices.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As Director of Practice , you will have overall responsibility for the operational, commercial and people performance of multiple practices, working closely with clinical leadership to deliver outstanding patient and client care.
You’ll set and execute the strategic direction of the practices, lead multidisciplinary teams, and ensure the delivery of high standards across operations, client experience and business performance. This role plays a critical part in shaping culture, driving results and supporting sustainable growth.
Working Pattern
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a senior operational leader with strong commercial acumen and a people-centred leadership approach. You’ll bring:
How We’ll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting you in a senior executive leadership role. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
What We Offer Our Team
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
Market Veterinary Centre, South Molton
The Surgery, Southley Road, South Molton, South Molton, EX36 4BL, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Farm animals
Equine
Exotic Friendly
Rabbit Friendly
Chicken Friendly
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.