Job Description

Job Purpose

The management of the investigation of concerns against veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses, in particular cases being investigated by the Preliminary Investigation Committee; ongoing management of cases under the Health and Performance Protocols; preparation of cases referred to the Disciplinary Committee; communication with complainants and respondents and the provision of advice to senior stakeholders and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

Solicitor or Barrister registered with the appropriate professional body, or equivalent qualifications.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Extensive experience in practicing within professional regulation or other regulatory environment - experience dealing with the investigation and preparation of disciplinary regulatory cases and complaints is desirable In-depth knowledge of legal aspects of professional regulation; Experience in advising on a range of legal areas including information law. Experience of managing teams delivering work within tight time frames with competing priorities Experience of managing systems; Excellent interpersonal communication skills; Excellent drafting and written communication; Ability to build and sustain positive working relationships across the organisation Self motivated and able to motivate colleagues Experience of and a strong commitment to the improvement of individual and team performance Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Here at the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, improving animal health and welfare by advancing the ethical, professional, and clinical standards of the veterinary professions is at the heart of all our work. We also strive to advance veterinary standards with programmes of work around mental health, leadership, environmental sustainability, diversity, and innovation.


We set the standards for and monitor the quality of veterinary education; we hold Registers of those vets and veterinary nurses who are qualified to practice; we set professional standards for vets and veterinary nurses, and we help practices raise their standards through our Practice Standards Scheme.

Email:

info@rcvs.org.uk

Tel:

020 7222 2001