Regional Laboratory Director, Veterinary Pathology

British Society of Veterinary Pathology; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Discount platform

25 days annual leave

Enhanced absences

Learning & Development opportunities

Dog friendly offices

Job summary

The British Society of Veterinary Pathology is actively seeking a Regional Head of Laboratories based in Exeter. This permanent full-time position demands strategic leadership in veterinary diagnostics. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, driving quality and performance, and managing laboratory teams across multiple locations. Essential qualifications include a Master's Degree in Life Science and significant experience in laboratory management. A competitive annual salary ranges from £60,000 to £65,000, with benefits such as life assurance and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree or equivalent qualification or experience (preferably in a Life Science).
• Experience in veterinary Biochemistry and Haematology analysis.
• Significant experience managing or supervising a veterinary diagnostic laboratory.
• Excellent IT skills, familiar with Microsoft Office and LIMS systems.
• Experience in leading and developing a change programme.
• Experience in client-facing meetings and presentations with negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication ability.
• Excellent prioritising, time management and organisational skills.
• Clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across regional laboratories.
• Drive sustainable growth in line with group strategy.
• Oversee laboratory quality, QA/QC and reporting turnaround times.
• Build strong client relationships and address issues professionally.
• Recruit, develop and appraise staff.

Skills

Veterinary Biochemistry and Haematology analysis

Excellent IT skills

Client-facing meetings and presentations

Interpersonal skills

Prioritising and time management

Education

Masters Degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIMS systems

Job description

The British Society of Veterinary Pathology is actively seeking a Regional Head of Laboratories based in Exeter. This permanent full-time position demands strategic leadership in veterinary diagnostics. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, driving quality and performance, and managing laboratory teams across multiple locations. Essential qualifications include a Master's Degree in Life Science and significant experience in laboratory management. A competitive annual salary ranges from £60,000 to £65,000, with benefits such as life assurance and learning opportunities.