Veterinary Recruiter

Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a people‑centric veterinary support organization that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals throughout the United States. We are headquartered in Denver, CO and focus on growth and expansion into new markets and states. We are currently seeking a talented Recruiter to join our DVM Recruiting team. The DVM Recruiter will focus on cultivating strong lasting relationships with veterinarians, understanding their unique needs and aspirations, and ensuring a match with partner practices. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator (written and verbal), is detail oriented, and can build strong relationships and trust with Operations and Human Resources teams. Remote work is supported with travel as needed—typically about 15‑20%. Must have Veterinary Recruiting Experience. To Thrive in this position candidates should be able to: Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of veterinary candidates, keeping detailed record of interactions and progress to ensure smooth onboarding experience Source and engage veterinarians to join WVP practices utilizing various channels, including networking, job boards, social media, and industry events to attract top veterinary talent Ensure workflows and processes related to veterinary recruitment are documented and managed within the applicant tracking system and various reporting tools Stay up to date on trends within the veterinary industry and within the veterinary job market Partner with relevant cross‑functional teams to strengthen brand presence within the veterinary community Travel to assist with DVM candidate practice visits when needed Support and implement employee engagement activities (welcoming new team members, tracking promotions/employee referrals, and acknowledging work anniversaries) Oversee new hire onboarding for DVM positions including drafting offer letters, new hire paperwork, and being the point of contact Provide leadership and advice to hiring managers and interview teams Deep understanding of veterinary career pathways, market dynamics, compensation trends, and candidate motivations. Ability to identify, attract, assess, and successfully place veterinarians in practices that align with their professional and personal goals. Relationship‑Based Recruiting Build authentic, long‑term relationships with veterinary candidates through consistent engagement, trust, and consultative communication. Maintain active candidate networks and nurture passive talent pipelines for future opportunities. Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies utilizing referrals, networking, social media, industry events, veterinary schools, and professional associations. Create and maintain robust talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs across multiple markets. Consultative Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to Operations and hospital leadership teams by providing recruiting insights, market intelligence, and hiring recommendations. Guide hiring managers through best practices in candidate evaluation, interviewing, and selection. Candidate Experience & Employer Branding Deliver a high‑touch, personalized candidate experience throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. Promote and strengthen Western Veterinary Partners’ employer brand within the veterinary community. Effectively manage offer presentation, compensation discussions, and candidate negotiations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Influence stakeholders and candidates through strong communication and relationship‑building skills. Data Management & Process Excellence Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting workflows, and reporting within applicant tracking systems and related platforms. Leverage recruiting metrics and market data to drive continuous process improvement and informed decision‑making. Organization & Project Management Successfully manage multiple searches, competing priorities, and stakeholder relationships in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, follow‑through, and accountability. Adaptability & Growth Mindset Thrive in ambiguity and rapidly changing environments while maintaining a positive, solutions‑oriented approach. Embrace continuous learning and stay current on veterinary industry trends, recruiting best practices, and talent market conditions. Collaboration & Relationship Building Work effectively across departments and geographic regions to achieve recruiting objectives. Demonstrate WVP’s values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships in all interactions. Required Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar 5+ years of Recruiting experience with a longer‑cycle relationship focused candidate pool Experience with a multi‑state, multi‑entity, private equity, growth organization strongly preferred Effective, clear, and persuasive oral and written communication skills Talent and experience with negotiations and networking Strong interpersonal skills, highly organized, accurate, thorough; ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the company Demonstrates a “whatever it takes” attitude; must possess the ability to work in a fast paced, team‑oriented environment Self‑directed, highly organized and can easily navigate ambiguity and create order Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The compensation range for this opportunity is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs. The application window will be open for the next two weeks ending June 26, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the two‑week window. *This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored. #J-18808-Ljbffr