Practice Director
Posted 7 days 9 hours ago by Cinque Ports Vets
Practice Director - Primary Care
Location: Palmerston Veterinary Group - Essex
Reports to: Primary Care Director
About UsAt Linnaeus, we're a forward-thinking partnership of highly respected veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland. Together, we share a passion for excellence in patient care, client service, and team wellbeing - united by our purpose to make a better world for pets.
We are now seeking a dynamic Practice Director - Primary Care to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced people and business leader who wants to make a meaningful impact across clinical standards, client care, financial performance, and team development.
Roles and ResponsibilitiesAs Practice Director, you will:
- Lead the operational and financial performance of your practice in partnership with the Lead Vet and central support teams.
- Must have experience in holding full P&L accountability to drive change and performance through a people and customer centric lens
- Drive excellence in patient and client care, embedding a culture of continuous improvement and wellbeing.
- Provide strategic leadership, guiding your Senior Leadership Team (Lead Vet, Clinical Nursing Manager/Practice Manager).
- Oversee all key business areas including leadership, HR, operations, health & safety, client care, and marketing.
- Collaborate with central partners (Finance, HR, Marketing, Clinical Leadership) to deliver practice strategy and performance.
- Inspire, coach, and develop teams to achieve their full potential.
We're looking for a leader who combines strong business acumen with a genuine passion for veterinary care.
Essential skills & experience:
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- Strong financial awareness, including budget management.
- Track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing others.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to clinical quality and client experience.
Desirable:
- RVN qualification or experience in Veterinary/Healthcare setting
- Leadership or business management qualification.
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
- Career progression opportunities
- Staff discount schemes
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Wellness program including:
- Employee assistance program
- Eyecare voucher scheme
- Free annual Flu jab
- Cycle to work scheme
- Recruitment referral reward scheme
- Be part of a values-driven group backed by the Mars Veterinary Health family.
- Work with passionate, like-minded professionals across a growing network.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing investment in your professional and personal development.
- The opportunity to shape a practice and make a real difference - for pets, clients, and colleagues.