Senior Director, Leadership Development

About VEG In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most by challenging norms and fixing the ER experience. Since then, we have expanded rapidly, opening hospitals nationwide that operate 24/7/365, and creating an ER experience that focuses on what our pets and pet parents really need. We have done the same for our people (VEGgies), finding a way to say YES so they are empowered to achieve great things, grow in unexpected ways, and find a place where they truly belong. We are rethinking emergency care from every angle—how we run our hospitals, how we support the people working inside them. Our headquarters team builds technology to make our hospitals more efficient, recruits and grows incredible VEGgies, and brings our brand to life through marketing. Together, our VQ (VEG Headquarters) team ensures hospitals and people have everything they need to help pets and their families. VEG is a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026. The Job Senior Director, Leadership Development – Define and own the future of leadership development at VEG. Build pathways and infrastructure that create strong leaders, elevate the bar, and develop leaders across the organization. Work in partnership with Operations and Talent & People teams to shape what great leadership looks like at VEG and implement the infrastructure across our hospitals in a high‑growth environment. What You’ll Do Strategic Planning: Shape and continuously evolve the long‑term vision for leadership development to stay ahead of VEG’s growth and an ever‑changing business landscape. VEG Learning Ecosystem: Serve as a strategic partner to the business to build a seamless, scalable learning environment that drives growth at every level. Stakeholder Management and Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships to ensure leadership programs reflect real hospital needs and support VEG’s strategic priorities. Team Leadership: Build, coach, and inspire a high‑performing, creative, and collaborative team while holding them to a high bar. Operational Excellence: Ensure smooth, scalable delivery of leadership development across hospitals – fully integrated with existing learning systems and aligned with business priorities and OKRs. Data and Insights: Measure what matters and enable the team to use metrics and feedback to elevate leadership development and tell its story. What You Need 15+ years of progressive experience in business, education, human resources, or related fields, with a strong focus on leadership development, organizational development, or learning strategy. 8+ years of senior‑level experience leading high‑performing teams and owning the design and delivery of scalable, high‑impact leadership programs. Experience in founder‑led, high‑growth, or multi‑site environments (preferred). Expertise in building role‑specific learning journeys across diverse leadership populations. Strategic mindset with a hands‑on approach, able to shift seamlessly between high‑level thinking and execution in a fast‑paced environment. Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with a history of partnering with operations leaders, executives, and cross‑functional teams. Strong analytical and data skills; ability to define and use metrics to drive insights and performance (Excel/Google Sheets required; Tableau preferred). Expertise in adult learning theory, leadership assessment, and experiential learning models (preferred). Outstanding facilitation and communication skills, both live and virtual formats. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, organizational design, business, or a related field is a plus. Ability to work from our White Plains, NY office four days per week. Who You Are Empathetic and people‑centric, whether supporting colleagues or understanding different perspectives. Humble, acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and lifting up the team's accomplishments. Committed to ownership, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying focused on long‑term, impactful results. Curious by nature, asking insightful questions and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow. How We Invest In You Competitive compensation ($180,000 – $220,000 annual) and generous 401(k) match. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, and access to free therapy or counseling. Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100 % of regular salary, and inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families. Unlimited PTO to use for vacation or sick days—however you need it. Generous employee referral program. Casual office attire, the ability to bring your fur baby to work, cool VEG swag, food in the fridge, and free lunches twice a week. Company laptop and a monthly cell phone reimbursement. Better Together: Why In-Person Matters at VEG HQ Our hospitals thrive on in-person collaboration, and VQ is no different. Time in the office sparks stronger connections, meaningful conversations, and better results—all of which bring our core values to life. We prioritize being present because our values are best achieved side by side. Plus, we make getting here easy with free parking and a shuttle from the White Plains Metro‑North station. DEI At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it’s a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is “Helping people and their pets when they need it most.” We are dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where different perspectives are welcomed and celebrated. We focus on providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision‑making, and ensuring that each person’s perspective is considered. Saying yes to VEG means building a culture where your unique experiences and background contribute to a shared vision: being the world’s veterinary emergency company. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™