Head of Clinical Services and Veterinary Strategy

We are current looking for a Head of Clinical Services and Veterinary Strategy. This role will be based at the vet clinic in Glasgow/hybrid working with regular travel to other Society sites depending on the needs of the business.     

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in, please read on for more information. 

• Hours – 35 hours per week
• Salary – Market/experience aligned
• Contract Type – Permanent 

About the Scottish SPCA

As Scotland’s animal welfare charity, we have been on-hand to protect animals and prevent cruelty since 1839 – that’s over 184 years of creating a better world for all animals. We’ve grown to become a national charity which celebrates the strength of the human-animal bond and enriches the lives of animals and people. We are Scotland’s animal champions.

What does a Head of Clinical Services and Veterinary Strategy do? 

With a deep understanding of the veterinary industry and the impact of the rapidly changing external environment, you will collaboratively develop a veterinary strategy to support the development and implementation of new and existing services that serve animal welfare needs in Scotland. You will ensure alignment to our strategic plan in relation to all internal and external veterinary activity.  Responding to emerging trends and working collaboratively with key stakeholders, you will take the lead on adapting new and existing services by working autonomously, developing identified needs into an operational delivery model that meets the needs of people and pets in Scotland.

Overview of main duties and responsibilities

• Develop an innovative and sustainable clinical strategy to improve and enhance Scottish SPCA Veterinary Services through our Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centres, Fostering and Community Services throughout Scotland
• Lead veterinary teams and engage external veterinary partners to deliver, and continually improve lean, best in class pragmatic veterinary care
• Embed a healthy, positive culture leading a highly engaged team
• Lead on all internal and external veterinary related matters on behalf of the Scottish SPCA, supporting the optimisation, development and integration of both new and existing services

Please see full Job Description link for more detailed information on the role. 

 What makes a good Head of Clinical Services and Veterinary Strategy? 

• Proven experience within the veterinary industry in a senior leadership role
• Experience of managing both internal teams and external stakeholders and service providers
• Experience of working with committees and boards
• Significant experience of leading multi-disciplinary/ multi-site operational teams
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and delivering organisational change
• Experience of managing performance and driving business outcomes
• Experience of establishing and managing partnerships nationally and locally
• Ability to optimise efficiency and productivity through process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration
• A leader who is commercially astute, forward thinking and innovative, who can demonstrate experience in strategic thinking, planning and implementation at scale
• An engaging emotionally intelligent leader, with strong leadership and coaching skills and the ability to build trust and inspire people to achieve their full potential
• Financial acumen with strong business planning, project management and IT skills 

We are fortunate that some of our roles attract a high level of interest therefore, we may have to close roles earlier than advertised. Early application submissions are highly recommended.  This also means that we cannot provide individual feedback to unsuccessful candidates due to receiving high levels of applications. 

The Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission.

The Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an Equine Welfare Member of the National Equine Welfare Council.

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