Companion Animal

**Companion Animal (CA) - Zoetis Veterinary Consultant (ZVC)**:
**Location**: Shrewsbury - West and Wales Region _(you must live within the region for this role)_
**Contract Type**: Maternity Cover

**About Zoetis**:
At **Zoetis**, we are driven by a singular purpose — to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals.

We are the world’s leading animal health company, dedicated to discovering, developing, manufacturing and commercialising a diverse portfolio of animal health medicines, vaccines and diagnostics that meet the needs of veterinarians, livestock farmers and companion animal owners.

With more than **60 years of experience**, our work is built on a deep commitment to science, innovation, and partnership. Today, Zoetis is a **$4.2B global business**, with products sold in **over 120 countries** and a team of **9,500+ colleagues** around the world.

Our **Vision** is for our products, services and people to be the most valued by animal health customers everywhere.

**About the Role**:
We are looking for a passionate and customer-focused **Zoetis Veterinary Consultant (ZVC)** to join our **Companion Animal (CA)** business, supporting the **West and Wales Region**, based in **Shrewsbury**.

This is a **field-based maternity cover role** that combines veterinary expertise with commercial understanding, providing technical and scientific support to customers and colleagues across the region.

As a ZVC, you will work closely with **Account Managers**, **Area Business Managers**, and other veterinary professionals to deliver exceptional technical service, enhance animal health outcomes, and support the growth of our Companion Animal portfolio.

Your work will ensure that Zoetis continues to deliver unmatched value to our customers — a true differentiator in our industry.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Planning & Strategy**
- Align activities with Account Managers’ plans, marketing programmes and company strategy.
- Plan and deliver Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement activities, including identification, profiling and management.
- Balance time effectively between Business Unit support (~20%) and Customer support (~80%).

**Customer Relationships**
- Partner with Account Managers to provide bespoke solutions that utilise all available Zoetis resources.
- Build and maintain long-term partnerships with veterinary customers, based on trust, expertise and collaboration.
- Offer training, coaching and support to colleagues to enhance the customer experience.

**Veterinary & Technical Expertise**
- Use your veterinary knowledge to help customers improve animal health, diagnostics and productivity.
- Provide compliant, high-quality technical support and respond quickly to customer queries.
- Use practice data to identify growth opportunities and tailor solutions to customer needs.
- Participate in field studies, brand initiatives and cross-functional projects as required.

**Compliance & Quality**
- Maintain high standards of business conduct, adhering to Zoetis’ **Pharmacovigilance Policy**, **Global Vet Policy** and industry codes of practice.
- Deliver consistent and compliant technical training to colleagues.
- Keep accurate records of customer interactions and activities.

**About You**:
You are an experienced veterinary professional with a passion for improving animal health and building strong customer relationships. You enjoy combining your clinical expertise with commercial acumen to deliver practical, science-led solutions.

**Key Skills & Attributes**:

- Strong communicator, able to explain complex information clearly and confidently.
- Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Commercially aware, with a good understanding of business drivers.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.
- Organised, adaptable, and proactive with strong problem-solving skills.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- **Degree in Veterinary Medicine (MRCVS)** required.
- Experience in **veterinary practice** essential.
- Experience in a **technical or commercial role** within the animal health industry is desirable but not essential.
- Certificate of specialisation in a relevant disease management area is advantageous.
- Valid **passport** and **UK driving licence** required.
- IT literate and comfortable using standard business software.

**Travel Requirements**:

- Regular travel across the **West and Wales Region**.
- Occasional international travel may be required.

**Why Zoetis?**:
At Zoetis, our colleagues make the difference. You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven culture that empowers you to bring your best every day. We offer competitive rewards, opportunities for growth, and the chance to work with a company that’s truly shaping the future of animal health.

If you’re a motivated veterinary professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and making a measurable impact — we’d love to hear from you.