New Practice Clinical Director - North West London

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Company
JR Veterinary

Contact
Janko Kingdom

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North West London, United Kingdom

Salary: Very Competitive

Are you a visionary Veterinary Surgeon and proven leader ready to launch and lead a brand-new practice to success?

We are seeking an ambitious Clinical Director to take the helm of an upcoming, state-of-the-art clinic in North West London. This is a pivotal role where you will have the autonomy to drive overall clinic performance, overseeing all clinical, financial, and people aspects, supported by an innovative and growth-focused leadership team.

Your Impact and Responsibilities

This role is about hands-on clinical leadership and strategic direction, blending 80% clinical time with essential management duties. You will be the figurehead of the practice, leading by example and promoting a model built on clinical excellence, client focus, and team wellbeing.

1. Clinical Excellence & Leadership

Your primary focus is ensuring the highest standards of evidence-based clinical care and practice.

• Hands-on Clinical Role: Spend approximately 80% of your time actively engaged in clinical work.
• Team Development: Directly line manage, support, and develop the Veterinary team, the Head Nurse, and the Practice Manager.
• Quality Improvement: Lead clinical governance, organise and implement clinical audits, and direct continuous professional development (CPD) and education within the team.
• Empowerment: Ensure all team members, including nurses, are allowed to work to their maximum qualification, fostering excellent teamwork.

2. Business Performance & Strategy

You will drive the local clinic strategy and financial health, operating within a clear framework and with leadership support.

• Client Acquisition: Direct and promote client acquisition, focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) and achieving membership objectives.
• Financial Management: Work within the allocated budget, understand the P&L, and utilise KPIs to influence performance targets, with a primary financial focus on achieving the time to break even.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee critical areas including HR, recruitment, health & safety, and marketing engagement, ensuring an excellent client experience at all times.

3. Wellbeing & Culture

You will be the champion for a positive, inclusive, and people-first culture.

• Culture Development: Develop a culture of respect and inclusion, promoting an honest and open environment (including the use of "Vetsafe").
• Wellbeing Advocate: Understand the importance of wellbeing, identify issues early, and provide support/signposting (e.g., Mental Health First Aid).
• Company Advocate: Act as an advocate in the veterinary industry and beyond, helping to develop and mould the company's aims and ethos.

What We Offer

By joining this exciting launch, you will benefit from:

• Competitive Salary: An outstanding salary package.
• Modern Environment: The opportunity to work in a beautiful, upcoming clinic alongside a world-class team of highly skilled veterinary professionals.
• Autonomy & Support: The chance to lead with autonomy, supported and guided by the central leadership team.
• Exceptional Benefits:
  • 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off.
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
  • Regular company social events.
  • A people (and animal) first culture with room to grow and learn.

Your Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a strong clinical background.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience with a focus on team development and clinical standards.
• A passion for an innovative business model and the drive to promote its aims to both team and clients.
• Excellent communication skills for leading team conversations, managing client relations, and overseeing complex cases.

Contact Us Today

If you are ready to make your mark and lead a team to clinical and commercial success in North West London, we want to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation or to formally apply for this Clinical Director role, please get in touch:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01392719887

Tel: 01392719887
Address: North West London, United Kingdom