W Talent Property & Real Estate is delighted to be partnering exclusively with Medivet & Partners in the appointment of a Property Director, a pivotal executive leadership role reporting directly to UK CEO, Ben Jacklin.
Founded in 1987, Medivet is one of Europe's leading veterinary care providers, operating more than 500 branches across the UK, Germany and Spain, supported by 26 state‑of‑the‑art 24‑hour veterinary centres and a network of over 1,500 veterinary professionals. Through its unique Partner co‑ownership model, Medivet & Partners combines the strength of a leading national brand with empowered local leadership. Enabling vets to become equity partners in their own practices, building strong client relationships in the communities they serve, while benefiting from the support of a larger organisation.
At the heart of Medivet & Partner's purpose is to help more pets and owners to live their best lives together which they do through delivering exceptional care to pets. The business believes that investing in clinical excellence, practice environments and its people creates the foundations for both outstanding patient outcomes and long‑term sustainable growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join them at a transformational point in their growth journey. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Property Director will lead the Property, Estates, Projects and Facilities functions, shaping the future of Medivet's estate strategy, driving portfolio performance and developing scalable property formats that will support the next phase of the company's ambitious growth plans.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the executive team, you will be responsible for leading and developing Medivet's Property, Estates and Facilities functions across a large and complex multi‑site portfolio.
You will provide strategic leadership to a high‑performing team, creating the structure, capability and culture required to support Medivet's next phase of growth, while ensuring the estate remains fit for purpose, scalable, financially effective and aligned to the organisation's long‑term ambitions.
Beyond managing the existing portfolio, the successful candidate will help define the future of Medivet's physical estate, ensuring practices, hospitals and clinical facilities provide the best possible environment for colleagues to deliver exceptional patient care. This includes developing innovative property formats, location strategies and delivery models that enhance clinical capability, improve client experience and create a scalable platform for future growth.
The Candidate
We are seeking an accomplished property executive with experience operating within a large, multi‑site environment and a track record of delivering significant growth of a property portfolio.
- A proven track record leading large‑scale property portfolios, likely in the Retail, Hospitality or Healthcare sectors.
- Proven experience leading and developing high‑performing property, estates or real estate teams
- Strong acquisition, development and asset management expertise
- The credibility to influence at executive and board level
- Experience balancing strategic planning with operational delivery
- The ability to inspire, influence and align multidisciplinary stakeholders around a common vision
- Experience building organisational capability within a growing, multi‑site business
- An ability to drive change within a fast‑paced growth environment
For the incoming Property Director, this role creates a unique opportunity to shape not only a substantial property portfolio, but also the environments in which thousands of veterinary professionals deliver care every day. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting Medivet's mission to provide exceptional care to pets while creating a sustainable platform for future growth.
This role offers an attractive salary with Director level benefits. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK, with regular travel to the Head Office in Watford.
Property Director in Watford employer: Medivet & Partners
At Medivet, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises your health and wellbeing from day one. With generous benefits including a £1,500 CPD allowance, extensive annual leave, and opportunities for professional growth, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and fosters a passion for clinical excellence. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and their pets while enjoying unique perks like relocation support and lifestyle discounts.
