Job Description

Practice Manager - Apollo Vets, Braintree

Up to 40,000 DOE
40 hours per week, 8-hour days (8am-4:30pm)

Lead with purpose across our three-branch practice group

At Apollo Vets, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication anchors our commitment to delivering exceptional care for pets and their owners. We're now looking for a talented and enthusiastic Practice Manager to join our team, overseeing our three sites. Your main base will be our Black Notley practice, with regular visits to our Dunmow and Maldon branches (1-2 days per week). You'll work closely with our Practice Director to ensure operational excellence and consistency across all locations.
Veterinary experience is essential for this role, and we're ideally looking for someone with an RVN qualification or strong clinical background who understands the day-to-day running and challenges of practice life.

Role Details

As our Practice Manager, you'll play a vital role in supporting the team and ensuring the smooth running of our practice group. Your key responsibilities will include:Overseeing daily operations across all three sites, ensuring efficiency and consistency Leading, motivating and supporting the clinical and administrative teams to deliver exceptional patient and client care Working closely with the Practice Director on business planning, growth and strategic development Managing budgets, financial performance and resource allocation across the practice Implementing and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance with RCVS and other regulations Acting as a first point of contact for staff and clients on operational matters Supporting recruitment, onboarding, training and development of team members Promoting a positive, collaborative and supportive culture across all sites

Fix or Flex - Find Your Perfect Balance

We're committed to helping our people achieve a healthy work-life balance. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, typically across five days, with flexibility where possible and some travel between sites. There are no out-of-hours requirements for this role.

About the Practice

Apollo Vets is a close-knit, three-branch group with our main site just 3 miles from Braintree and excellent transport links to London. Each of our branches is well equipped and supported by a fantastic clinical and administrative team who value collaboration, care and continuous improvement. You'll be joining a practice where leadership, teamwork and operational excellence truly matter.

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. Investing in our team, facilities and development is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary of up to 40,000, you will benefit from:

Work-life Balance

6.6 weeks annual leave Increasing holiday allowance with length of service Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

CPD allowance and training opportunities relevant to practice management Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to professional resources and networking opportunities

Professional Memberships & Support

Support for relevant professional memberships and fees

Additional Benefits

Reward Gateway - discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers Pension - 5% employee / 3% employer contribution Discounted staff pet care


Closing date for this role is Tuesday 21st October
Up to 40,000 DOE