Lead a Veterinary Team in a Senior Leadership Role – Devon

<h3><strong>Lead a Veterinary Team in a Senior Leadership Role – Exeter</strong></h3> <p>We’re recruiting a <strong>Clinical Director / Practice Director</strong> to lead a well-established veterinary team in <strong>Devon</strong>. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape clinical standards, team culture, and operational performance across multiple sites while delivering exceptional patient and client care.</p> <p>This position is open to <strong>both experienced veterinary clinical leaders and strong operational practice managers</strong>, making it a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to influence strategy, performance, and service development in a progressive veterinary environment.</p> <hr> <h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Provide strategic leadership across multiple veterinary sites. <li>Lead and support veterinary and support teams to deliver excellent clinical care. <li>Drive operational efficiency and service development. <li>Manage financial performance and key business KPIs. <li>Foster a positive, collaborative culture and strong team engagement. <li>Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safety, and quality standards. <li>Support professional development and mentoring within the team. </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>Requirements</strong></h3> <p><strong>Essential</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proven leadership experience within the veterinary sector. <li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. <li>Ability to lead change, develop teams, and improve performance. <li>Passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred veterinary care. </ul> <p><strong>For Clinical Director Applicants</strong></p> <ul> <li>MRCVS qualified. <li>Experience in clinical leadership, governance, or service development. </ul> <p><strong>For Practice Director Applicants</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience managing veterinary practices or veterinary operations. <li>Strong background in team leadership, business performance, and client experience. </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>Benefits</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Competitive salary depending on experience <li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave <li>CPD allowance with support for further certificates <li>RCVS and VDS fees paid <li>Pension scheme <li>Staff discount scheme <li>Life assurance <li>Enhanced family leave policies <li>Relocation support available </ul> <p>If you’re a <strong>clinical leader or experienced veterinary practice manager looking to take the next step in a senior leadership role</strong>, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Apply now or contact me for more details –</strong><br /> stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com<br /> 01392 793069</p>