Area Support Manager - East of England

VC Evidensia UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Location – Remote with extensive travel covering the East of England

Healthy animals and happy owners – that’s the goal.

We are IVC Evidensia, and we are on a mission to build the world’s best veterinary group. Investing in people, premises and processes, we deliver outstanding care in around 2,500 locations globally.

We are looking for an Area Support Manager to join us in our mission and support the Area Director to deliver excellent clinical quality, client care, and commercial performance. This role is pivotal in supporting our practices, embedding our values and company culture to retain and engage the best talent in the veterinary profession.

Day to day, the Area Support Manager will be involved in:

1. Developing close working relationships with practices and their leaders.
2. Troubleshooting within the Area - Where issues arise, support a resolution wherever possible to ensure the wellbeing of our teams is maintained.
3. Support the integration of acquisitions into the Area, including onboarding staff.
4. Work with the AD to identify better ways of working that improve team wellbeing.
5. Support the Area Director with strategic planning.
6. Organise Area meetings, prepare & distribute agendas, meeting materials & minutes, and ensure action points have been completed.

Ideally, the Area Support Manager will have:

1. Knowledge of the Veterinary industry given the short-term nature of this role.
2. Leadership and coaching, mentoring, and supporting skills.
3. A broad healthcare knowledge – desirable.
4. The ability to prioritise and plan own time.
5. The ability to understand and analyse key financial KPI's.
6. Must hold a full and valid driving licence.

What We Offer:

At IVC Evidensia, we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

1. Work-life balance.
2. 25 days annual leave.
3. Your birthday as a paid day off.
4. Cycle to Work scheme.
5. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.
6. Pension.
7. Discounted staff pet care.
8. Dog Friendly office.
9. Parking available.

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

IVC Evidensia UK

IVC Evidensia, The Chocolate Factory, Keynsham, BS31 2AU, United Kingdom

Speak to Danielle Hughes from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.