Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Dublin, Ireland

Location: Dublin, Ireland
Salary: €65,000 – €75,000 DOE + Performance Bonus
Full-time | 5-day week | 1:4 Saturdays | 1:12 Sundays

The Vet Office is currently recruiting for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a modern, well-equipped small animal practice in Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced vet who enjoys combining high clinical standards with leadership and team development.

You will play a key role in leading the clinical team, maintaining exceptional patient care, and supporting the continued growth and success of the practice.

The Role

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will:

• Lead, inspire and support a team of veterinary surgeons and nurses.
• Promote a positive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Deliver outstanding clinical care while maintaining high professional standards.
• Mentor and develop veterinary colleagues, supporting their clinical progression.
• Work closely with the Head Veterinary Nurse to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• Drive preventative healthcare initiatives and client education.
• Monitor clinical performance, KPIs and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with VCI regulations and best practice standards.
• Support the achievement of business objectives while maintaining exceptional client care.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• MVB or equivalent Veterinary Degree.
• Eligibility to register with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in small animal practice.
• Previous experience in a senior or leadership role (preferred).
• Strong clinical and surgical skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A genuine passion for mentoring colleagues and developing teams.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in practice performance.

The Practice Offers

• Competitive salary of €65,000 – €75,000, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Gym membership contribution.
• Free pet healthcare plan.
• Paid charity day.
• Additional annual leave with length of service.
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate funding available.
• Access to webinars, online learning platforms and structured professional development.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
• Statutory sick pay.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Supportive management team with genuine opportunities for career progression.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Eligible for VCI registration.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and leading a successful clinical team.

Interested?

If you're looking to take the next step in your veterinary career and lead a supportive, progressive team in Dublin, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV in confidence to [email protected] REF: Lead Vet Dublin