Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Cork, Ireland

Location: Cork, Ireland
Salary: €65,000 – €75,000 DOE + Performance Bonus + Relocation Support
Full-time

The Vet Office is recruiting a Lead Veterinary Surgeon for a modern, well-established small animal practice in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinary surgeon ready to step into a leadership role while continuing to develop clinically within a supportive and progressive environment.

You'll lead a dedicated veterinary team, drive high clinical standards, and play a key role in the continued success and growth of the practice.

The Role

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will:

• Lead, mentor and inspire the veterinary team.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and supportive working culture.
• Deliver exceptional standards of patient and client care.
• Maintain clinical excellence and ensure best practice standards.
• Work closely with the Head Veterinary Nurse to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.
• Support the operational and financial performance of the practice.
• Monitor KPIs and contribute to the growth of the clinic.
• Promote preventative healthcare and client education.
• Ensure compliance with Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) regulations.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• MVB, DVM or an equivalent Veterinary Degree.
• Eligibility for registration with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
• At least 3 years' experience in small animal practice.
• Strong clinical and surgical skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational abilities.
• A passion for mentoring and developing veterinary professionals.
• Previous leadership experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in practice performance.

The Practice Offers

• Competitive salary of €65,000 – €75,000, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Lead Veterinary Surgeon allowance.
• Relocation support available.
• Pension scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Gym membership contribution.
• Free pet healthcare plan.
• Paid charity day.
• Additional annual leave based on length of service.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Certificate funding available.
• Leadership training and structured development programmes.
• Access to webinars and online learning platforms.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
• Statutory sick pay.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing veterinary group.

Why Join This Practice?

• Modern, purpose-built small animal clinic.
• Well-equipped with advanced diagnostic facilities.
• Loyal and established client base.
• Friendly and experienced veterinary and nursing team.
• Excellent support from neighbouring practices when required.
• Great work-life balance within a collaborative environment.
• Fantastic opportunity to influence the future direction of the practice.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Eligible for VCI registration.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while leading a successful veterinary team.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity in Cork, we'd love to hear from you.

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