At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team while enhancing client experiences in veterinary care.
- Company: Mearley Veterinary Group, a part of inspiring vet care with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Up to £55,000 salary, 6.8 weeks holiday, private medical insurance, and more.
- Other info: Flexible working hours across three sites with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of veterinary practice and make a real impact on animal care.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience with strong financial and team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
Mearley Veterinary Group – Lancashire (Clitheroe/Accrington/Barrowford) Full Time, Flexible. Up to £55,000 DOE. Mearley Vets, part of inspiring vet care, have a fantastic opportunity for a Director of Practice to join their team. This role offers the chance to nurture and develop the team, enhance client experience, and implement new ideas that will support the long‑term success of the practice.
As Director of Practice, you will have overall responsibility for the operational, commercial and people performance of three practices, working closely with clinical leadership to deliver outstanding patient and client care.
How You’ll Make a DifferenceYou’ll set and execute the strategic direction of the practice(s), lead multidisciplinary teams and ensure the delivery of high standards across operations, client experience and business performance.
Working PatternWorking a 40-hour week across 5 days. Must be flexible to rotate hours between 9am and 7pm. Deliver management support across three sites.
Key Responsibilities- Developing and delivering the annual business plan
- Driving continuous improvement and change initiatives
- Managing the full P&L of the practice
- Meeting budgetary goals and driving sustainable business growth
- Monitoring business performance and engaging the team in shared goals
- Promoting a culture of learning, development, and performance improvement
- Ensuring appropriate resource planning and team development
- Championing excellence in client care and supporting client engagement and retention strategies
- Creating an engaging, supportive, and high‑performance culture
- Maintaining a safe, compliant, and positive working environment
- 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
- 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
- 6.8 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
Mearley Vets - Director of Practice in Accrington employer: IVC Evidensia
Mearley Veterinary Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in the picturesque Lancashire region. As a Director of Practice, you will enjoy the autonomy to shape strategy and culture while leading a dedicated team across three sites, all within a values-driven organisation that prioritises continuous improvement and employee development. With generous benefits such as 6.8 weeks of holiday, private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional growth, Mearley Vets stands out as a rewarding place to advance your career in veterinary leadership.
