Job Description

:

This will be a

12-month assignment

with

full-time on-site

work format.

What are we looking for?

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A BSc

in animal welfare, animal behaviour, or animal husbandry, or equivalent experience in a research environment, is essential.

Educated to a minimum A level

(or equivalent, including a biological science), or possessing equivalent experience in a research or animal-centred environment, is essential

Leadership Experience

- Proven experience in people management and building high-performing teams.

Strong Collaboration Skills

- Ability to work cross-functionally within a research and scientific environment.

Practical experience

of developing and implementing behaviour modification/management programmes for cats and dogs is desirable.

What will be your key responsibilities?

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Lead & Develop the Team

- Line manage a team of up to 20 associates, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development.

Drive Operational Excellence

- Oversee daily operations, prioritising resources effectively while maintaining a strong focus on animal welfare, behaviour and training.

Foster Innovation & Continuous Improvement

- Identify opportunities to enhance animal behaviour, welfare, and animal training methodologies.

Ensure Safety & Compliance

- Promote a culture of safety and well-being, managing risk assessments and upholding best practices.

What can you expect from Mars?

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Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions or who are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form

here

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