Group Practice Manager - Large Animal

The Oak Veterinary Group; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive veterinary service provider in West Wales is looking for a Group Farm Practice Manager to lead a new farm veterinary service. The role involves unifying teams, overseeing operations, and engaging with the farming community. Candidates should be confident leaders with strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of up to £42,000 dependent on experience and benefits focused on well-being and development.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

CPD Allowance

Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Confident and inspiring leader with excellent people skills.
• Commercially minded with a strong grasp of data and financial performance.
• Experience in large-team leadership, veterinary, or agricultural business is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and unify teams across three sites for operational excellence.
• Build relationships with farmers and support community engagement.
• Manage non-clinical operations including P&L oversight and compliance.
• Standardise processes and monitor service quality.

Skills

Leadership

Client Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Team Development

Job description

A Leadership Role That Will Shape the Future of Farm Veterinary Care in West Wales

As we unite three well-established, highly respected large animal practices - The Oak, Priory Vets and Steffan Vets - we are creating a new, modern, forward-thinking farm veterinary service. To lead it, we’re looking for a Group Farm Practice Manager to unify teams, streamline ways of working, champion high standards of service, and build strong relationships with our farming communities. You will work closely with the Area Director and Clinical Director(s) to ensure operational excellence and a positive, high-performing culture.

This is a growth, innovation and change-driven role. It’s a rare opportunity to build something lasting, for our teams, our farmers and the future of farm veterinary care in West Wales.

This is a full time role, 5 days per week.

Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia

At 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.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and unify teams across three sites, ensuring strong communication, collaboration and staff wellbeing.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and development of non-clinical teams.

Client & Community Engagement

• Act as the visible lead for the farm service across West Wales.
• Build relationships with farmers, suppliers and partners, and support client events and community engagement.

Commercial & Operational Management

• Manage all non-clinical operations, including P&L oversight, cost control, invoicing and productivity.
• Ensure compliance, and oversee stock, equipment, fleet and premises.
• Support marketing and business development initiatives.

Service Quality & Delivery

• Standardise processes and service levels across sites.
• Ensure effective scheduling and OOH coordination.
• Monitor performance and client feedback to drive improvement.

Strategic Collaboration

• Work with senior leadership to shape long-term direction and deliver change initiatives.
• Help build a modern, resilient and competitive farm service.

About You

• A confident and inspiring leader with excellent people skills
• Calm, organised and resilient in fast-paced environments
• Commercially minded with a strong grasp of data, KPIs and financial performance
• Passionate about agriculture and the farming community
• Comfortable challenging outdated processes and driving improvement
• Visible, hands‑on and happy to meet clients and visit farms
• Skilled at unifying teams through communication, clarity and trust
• A self-starter who enjoys autonomy and responsibility
• Experience in veterinary, agricultural, rural business or large‑team leadership is beneficial but not essential.

You Matter to Us - Your Benefits at a Glance

Work Life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional time off for your birthday
• Increasing annual leave based on length of service

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• CPD Allowance
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
• Infection prevention and control programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Additional

• Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme
• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care

Closing Date: 29/12/2025

Up to £42,000 DOE