Regional Manager (Practice Management)
Independent Veterinary Group – West Sussex
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Benefits
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (No weekends)
About the Group
Compass Associates are pleased to be working with a proudly independent veterinary group based in the heart of West Sussex, with three established practices and a newly acquired Small Animal practice.
The group is built on a foundation of care - for clients, their animals, and each other. Collaboration and mutual respect are central to how they operate.
This is a close-knit team that values clinical excellence, open communication, and creating a supportive, rewarding place to work.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a hands-on, commercially minded Regional Manager to oversee daily operations across the group’s three practices.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, community-led environment, enjoys working closely with clinical leaders, and takes pride in bringing structure, growth, and positivity to the teams they support.
You’ll be a key member of the leadership team, providing operational oversight and enabling the Directors - all practicing vets - to focus on clinical excellence while you drive business performance and team wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day operations across three sites
* Lead and support teams across both small animal and livestock divisions.
* Manage HR, payroll, performance reviews, H&S compliance, and financial administration.
* Drive growth within the small animal practice and support integration of the newly acquired small animal business.
* Partner with the Directors on strategic planning, process improvement, and business development.
* Foster a positive, collaborative culture where every team member feels valued and heard.
About You
You’ll be a natural leader with a genuine passion for people, pets, and practice excellence. You enjoy variety, take initiative, and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves when needed.
Essential skills and experience:
* Proven experience managing veterinary practices or in a senior operational role within the veterinary sector.
* Strong people leadership and team development skills.
* Confident with HR processes, financial management, and compliance.
* IT literate, with experience using practice management software.
* Excellent communicator, calm under pressure, and approachable.
Why Join?
* Company Pension
* Option of enhanced holiday and private healthcare scheme
* Profit-share scheme (newly introduced)
* Flexible working options considered for the right candidate
* Potential for a consultancy arrangement to start (e.g. 3 or 4 days per month whilst working notice period)
What’s Next
If you’re an experienced operations leader who loves the operational challenge of leading multiple sites, but also values being part of a friendly, down-to-earth team - this could be your perfect next move.
Apply today and be part of a growing, independent group that believes in doing things the right way - for its people, clients, and community.
Please send a copy of an up to date CV to kpfeiffer@compassltd.co.uk or call for more information 02394 211 142.