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The clinics are all within 45 minutes drive of each other and are well connected to London and other parts of the country by railway, A3, M25 and M3.\nThe successful candidate will be expected to manage the non-clinical aspects of the practice and the client care teams; working closely with the clinical director, senior vets and head veterinary nurses, fostering a supportive and caring culture, while driving efficiencies and team performance to deliver outstanding veterinary care for the patients we care for.\nThe Practice Manager is pivotal in maintaining the practice's performance, delivering operational excellence, coaching team members, improving client satisfaction and ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.\nHow You’ll Make a Difference\nAs Practice Manager, you will lead the non-clinical operations of the practice, working closely with clinical leadership to ensure efficient day-to-day running, strong team performance, and an outstanding client experience.\nYou’ll be responsible for operational delivery, people management, and compliance, while supporting the practice to achieve its performance, quality, and service objectives. 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