Director of Practice

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead, influence, and grow a well-established and highly respected mixed-animal practice.You'll work with a supportive and dedicated team who are passionate about delivering outstanding care.As Director of Practice & Clinical Services or Director of Practice (non-clinical), you will:Oversee operations across our Fordingbridge and Cranborne sitesSet and drive the strategic direction of the practiceMaintain high clinical and client care standardsEnsure strong commercial performanceFoster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team cultureClinical applicants will also carry out clinical duties and participate in the OOH rota. We welcome both Veterinary Surgeons and experienced non-clinical leaders from the veterinary sector (this means our benefits may differ).Pilgrims Vets is based in the stunning New Forest, offering scenic walks, countryside living, charming villages, and easy access to beautiful south coast beaches (just 30 minutes away). Working across both branches, you'll enjoy the variety and satisfaction that mixed practice brings, supported by an engaged and experienced team.Proud to Be Part of IVC EvidensiaAt IVC Evidensia, we're driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we're proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.Rota Patterns That Work for YouFull-time: 40 hours per weekIf clinical: 1 in 4 OOH rotaOne weeknight each weekOne weekend in four, incl. Saturday SA consults (10:00–13:00)Small animal OOH (except inpatients) handled by our local providerFlexible working considered – full-time preferred, but part-time options available for the right candidateAbout UsFordingbridge (Main Site)Digital X-rayDental radiographyUltrasoundIDEXX blood analysersVETSCAN IMAGYSTDigital endoscopeNew equine dental equipmentCranborne BranchFully equipped surgical facilitiesOur Team7 Vets4 Registered Veterinary Nurses2 Student Veterinary NursesWe are a close-knit, social team with a friendly and loyal client base.You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance (clinical applicants)Work-life Balance & WellbeingUp to 7.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday offPrivate medical insuranceEnhanced family-friendly leave and pay24/7 confidential Employee Assistance ProgrammeDevelopmentVets: £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD / Non-Clinical & RVNs: £550Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vetProfessional MembershipsBVA membershipVDS coverRCVS feesColleague BenefitsCycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)Retail discounts and cashback offersReduced-cost veterinary care for your own petsApply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.Closing Date: 22/12/2025We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.