Veterinary Practice Manager - Dual Site

at  Animal Trust

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for people management along with operational and clinical excellence?
We are looking for a Dual Site Veterinary Practice Manager to oversee our two brand-new practices opening in Liverpool and St Helens in early 2025. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of two new sites in the Merseyside region.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Full driving licence with business insurance.
• Proven experience in line management, ideally within a multi-site setting.
• Strong understanding of P&L management and the ability to interpret and act on financial data.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Great commercial awareness including a strong understanding of the veterinary sector.
• Coaching and mentoring experience.
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Microsoft Office.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Previous experience in the veterinary sector or a related healthcare environment.
• Familiarity with KPIs specific to veterinary practices or clinical settings.

• Team Leadership: Line manage and inspire teams across both sites, conducting regular 1-2-1’s with team members, creating a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Recruitment: Collaborate with the central recruitment team to attract and secure top talent, actively participating in the interview process for both clinical and non-clinical roles to build a strong, capable, and cohesive team.
• Operational Management: Play a key role in ensuring the seamless daily operations of both practices, upholding high standards of clinical excellence in alignment with the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme, while providing outstanding service to clients and their pets.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor and manage P&L performance, with the ability to anticipate potential challenges and implement proactive action plans to address them effectively.
• Performance Analysis: Utilise KPIs to drive efficiency, identify opportunities for improvement, and achieve practice goals.
• Strategic Planning: Work with senior management to implement business strategies and ensure long-term growth of both clinics
• Rota management: Ensuring rota’s are planned to ensure smooth and efficient service.