Vice President of Talent Acquisition

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. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset and a passion for building high‑performing recruitment teams to meet our rapidly evolving needs.

As Vice President of Talent Acquisition
, you will drive innovative sourcing strategies, optimize recruitment processes, and enhance the candidate experience. Your leadership will be key in building a diverse, high‑quality workforce while supporting the growth and operational objectives of the company. We are seeking candidates located in the Denver Metro market open to a hybrid work schedule with travel as needed.

Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a mission‑driven company headquartered in Denver, CO. We are driven by our values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships. WVP acquires, invests in, and supports general practice animal hospitals throughout the United States. Post‑acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices with the non‑clinical side of the business. Our local and collaborative support provides veterinarians with attractive operational benefits of a larger group while maintaining the clinical autonomy and local practice identity.

WVP is backed by Tyree & D'Angelo Partners (TDP), a Chicago‑based private equity investment firm that makes control ownership investments in, and partners with, lower middle market businesses with the goal of creating meaningful value for all involved. TDP has significant experience investing in healthcare, consumer, and business services businesses and has completed almost 300 investment partnerships.

• Lead & Develop Team:
  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.
• Talent Acquisition Strategy:
  Build and execute a long‑term recruitment strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Industry Networking:
  Maintain strong relationships with veterinary schools, associations, and professional networks to stay ahead of talent trends and expand pipelines.
• Process Improvement:
  Optimize recruitment processes, technologies, and analytics to drive efficiency and elevate the candidate experience.
• Employer Brand:
  Strengthen employer brand through campaigns, storytelling, and thought leadership in veterinary recruitment.
• Metrics & Reporting:
  Define and report on recruitment KPIs; provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Cross‑Functional Partnership:
  Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to understand hiring needs and shape short‑ and long‑term strategies.
• Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to all hiring laws and veterinary‑specific regulatory requirements.

• 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.

• Creative problem‑solver with a strategic mindset.
• Highly collaborative and team oriented.
• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Genuine passion for veterinary care and mission‑driven work.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided…