Job Description Lead with Passion: Clinical Director Opportunity at a Brand-New Clinic Are you an experienced veterinary surgeon with a flair for leadership and a desire to shape something extraordinary? We’re looking for a Clinical Director to take the reins at our brand-new clinic, offering a unique opportunity to build and lead a practice from the ground up. This role combines clinical excellence, business performance, and people management, allowing you to make a meaningful impact. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the clinic’s culture, processes, and future, supported by a forward-thinking leadership team that’s as invested in success as you are. What You’ll Be Doing: Clinical Excellence: As Clinical Director, you’ll spend 80% of your time on clinical work, leading by example and ensuring the highest standards of care. You’ll empower your team to work to their full potential, creating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. From leading clinical audits to championing evidence-based medicine, you’ll play a key role in fostering professional growth across the team. Building and Shaping a New Practice: Being part of a brand-new clinic is a rare and exciting opportunity. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the clinic’s identity, designing workflows, and implementing best practices from the start. Your vision and leadership will help establish a strong foundation for a thriving, client-centred practice. Business Performance: Oversee clinic strategy and operations at a local level, covering HR, recruitment, health & safety, marketing, and client care. Drive membership and client acquisition, working towards ambitious targets. Manage budget planning and financial performance, understanding key KPIs and delivering on objectives. Ensure all work is correctly priced and appropriately charged. Leadership and Team Development: As the figurehead of the clinic, you’ll lead with enthusiasm and professionalism, inspiring your team every step of the way. Line-managing the Practice Director, Nursing Director, and veterinary team, you’ll conduct regular one-to-one meetings, performance reviews, and team briefings. By fostering a supportive environment, you’ll ensure everyone feels valued and motivated. Wellbeing and Culture: Creating a respectful, inclusive, and open culture is at the heart of this role. You’ll actively promote wellbeing within the team, addressing concerns early and providing support when needed. By championing a positive and transparent work environment, you’ll set the tone for a clinic where everyone thrives. Advocacy and Community Engagement: You’ll be an ambassador for the clinic, promoting its ethos and values both within the veterinary industry and in the local community. From engaging with local events like dog shows and school visits to creating a loyal client base, you’ll play a vital role in establishing the clinic as a trusted part of the community. Why Join Us? A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new clinic. A supportive and collaborative leadership team to guide you. The chance to build a thriving practice and establish a strong team culture. Autonomy to innovate and make a lasting impact. If you’re a driven veterinary surgeon ready to take on a Clinical Director role where you can truly make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.