Talent Acquisition Business Partner

About VetEvolve

VetEvolve is a comprehensive network of veterinary clinics dedicated to supporting veterinary professionals and the operations they lead. We integrate clinical expertise with operational capabilities to empower our teams with the necessary tools, support, and structure, all while preserving the individuality of each practice. Our focus on purposeful growth seeks to enhance our clinics, broaden care access, and create opportunities for our employees.

Guided by core values such as Care First, Better Together, Grow Forward, and Own It, we foster a workplace where veterinary staff can excel professionally, build rewarding careers, and provide outstanding animal care. Our commitment is to grow intentionally and to offer uncompromised care.

Position Summary

We are looking for a strategic and forward-thinking Talent Acquisition Business Partner to join our mission of positively impacting the veterinary profession and improving the well-being of pets and their owners. This role oversees the entire recruitment lifecycle, workforce planning, devising recruitment strategies, enhancing recruitment processes, and ensuring a personalized and engaging experience for candidates. Candidates must have prior experience within the veterinary medicine sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment activities including sourcing, screening, interviewing, making offers, and transitioning to onboarding.
• Ensure timely, transparent, and customized communication with candidates throughout all stages of hiring.
• Identify and engage with passive candidates to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Create and implement efficient, candidate-centered recruitment processes that provide a positive hiring experience.
• Partner with clinic managers and leadership to anticipate staffing needs and develop strategic hiring plans.
• Utilize workforce analytics to determine staffing gaps and proactively devise solutions.
• Continuously refine workforce planning to align with shifting business objectives and industry trends.
• Develop innovative recruitment strategies tailored to the unique challenges faced in veterinary recruiting.
• Enhance sourcing techniques, including partnerships with educational institutions, veterinary associations, and digital channels.
• Regularly assess recruitment strategies and incorporate feedback and data to optimize processes.
• Embed a high-touch engagement model in candidate communications emphasizing empathy and clarity.
• Train hiring managers on delivering outstanding candidate experiences through effective communication.
• Collect and utilize candidate feedback to improve recruitment practices.
• Act as a trusted consultant to hiring managers by sharing market trends, talent availability, and best recruitment strategies.
• Build and maintain solid relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, including veterinary schools and associations.
• Identify collaboration improvements among stakeholders to boost efficiency and alignment.
• Monitor key recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, candidate satisfaction, and quality-of-hire.
• Leverage data insights to detect inefficiencies and recommend actionable interventions.
• Present routine recruitment performance reports with improvement recommendations to leadership.

Candidate Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least five years of talent acquisition experience, specifically sourcing and managing full-cycle recruitment of DVMs (Doctors of Veterinary Medicine) with a focus on providing exceptional candidate experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and enhance recruitment workflows and communication approaches.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning, sourcing strategies, and trends within the veterinary sector.
• Proficient in applicant tracking systems, human resource information systems, and various recruitment technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and relationship-management skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Knowledge of veterinary hiring challenges involving veterinarians, technicians, and support roles.
• Existing professional relationships within veterinary schools, associations, or networks.
• Relevant HR or talent acquisition certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or AIRS.
• Experience advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in hiring practices within veterinary fields.
• Background working with staffing agencies is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Minimal travel required, estimated between 0 to 10%, with hybrid or remote work arrangements as approved.