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Western Veterinary Partners · 22 hours ago

Vice President of Talent Acquisition

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$180K/yr - $210K/yr

10+ years exp

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Vice President of Talent Acquisition to lead our talent acquisition strategy and operations. This position will play a pivotal role in scaling our organization by attracting and retaining top-tier talent for WVP supported veterinary practices.

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Responsibilities

Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing recruitment team who are responsible for all stages of the recruitment process (attraction to hire) across four verticals: DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine), Support Staff, Campus/Early Careers and Corporate

Build and execute a long-term recruitment strategy aligned with organizational goals

Maintain strong relationships with veterinary schools, associations, and professional networks to stay ahead of talent trends and expand pipelines

Optimize recruitment processes, technologies, and analytics to drive efficiency and elevate the candidate experience

Strengthen employer brand through campaigns, storytelling, and thought leadership in veterinary recruitment

Define and report on recruitment KPIs; provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership

Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to understand hiring needs and shape short- and long-term strategies

Ensure adherence to all hiring laws and veterinary-specific regulatory requirements

Qualification

Talent acquisition strategyRecruitment technologyTeam leadershipHealthcare industry experienceAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementCommunication skillsCreative problem-solvingCollaborationAdaptability

Required

10+ years of recruiting experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role; multi-site, decentralized environment. Healthcare, veterinary, or similar industries highly preferred

Proven ability to build, lead, and retain strong recruitment teams

Deep understanding of high volume and specialized workforce challenges and competitive dynamics

Expertise in talent acquisition strategy and diverse hiring practices

Strong analytical skills with experience using ATS platforms and recruitment data

Experience implementing recruiting technology to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

Bachelor's degree required; master's or HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred