Director of Practice - Market Vets
- Lead the operational and commercial performance of two veterinary practices, driving growth, engagement, and excellent clinical standards.
- Looking for a commercially minded leader with strong people skills and experience in operational management.
- This full-time role is based in South Molton, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
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:
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role with accountability for operational and commercial performance
- Strong financial and business management capability, including experience with planning and P&L oversight
- The ability to lead, engage and develop high-performing multidisciplinary teams
- Experience leading through change and driving cultural or transformational initiatives
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
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:
- Overall leadership of a practice or hospital with the autonomy to shape strategy, culture and performance
- Senior-level influence across operations, client experience and business outcomes
- Opportunities to lead large-scale change and drive long-term organisational impact
- Ongoing learning and development to support executive and leadership growth
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
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.
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