Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Financial Package up to £100,000!

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Financial Package up to £100,000

Salary up to £75,000 DOE, up to £5,000 Welcome Bonus, up to £8,000 Relocation Allowance Plus Elevate Bonus - 20% of salary paid in month 6, 10% in month 12 + benefits!

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are delighted to offer a rare opportunity for a Lead Vet to work with the Practice Director to lead our Clinical Team at The Oak Veterinary Group. Our practice is based in beautiful part of West Wales in Pembrokeshire surrounded by the most stunning coastal and countryside that Wales has to offer – the extent of recreational advantages along with breath-taking scenery the best location offering 186 miles the longest and oldest established section of the Wales Coastal Path passing by 58 beaches and 14 harbours!

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to combine clinical excellence with strategic leadership, helping shape the future of a well-established practice. You will work alongside a supportive team including a Senior Vet, six Veterinary Surgeons, a Head RVN leading RVNs, Student Nurses and Animal Care Assistants, a Practice Director, Reception Coordinator, dedicated client care team, and a Hydrotherapy Rehab Coordinator. The team also includes an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery, enabling complex orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures to be performed in-house, with several vets additionally trained in acupuncture.

You’ll manage a strong clinical caseload (around 75%) with leadership responsibilities, supporting and mentoring a skilled team while helping shape the future direction of the practice. The role offers real scope to influence clinical standards, team development, and overall practice growth in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Practice Equipment

• Aquatic treadmill (hydrotherapy)
• Physiotherapy equipment
• Laser therapy equipment
• Massage therapy services
• Acupuncture services (vet-led)
• Surgical facilities
• Dentistry equipment
• In-house laboratory
• Ultrasound
• Radiography
• Endoscopy
  
  

Elevate Your Career

We are committed to empowering our team members to realise their full potential. That’s why we offer a clear pathway for progression, ensuring ample opportunities for both career advancement and personal development.

As part of the Elevate programme and to reward your commitment, we offer exciting additional benefits, including:

• Up to £5,000 welcome bonus paid in first salary
• Up to £8,000 relocation bonus
• Elevate bonus paid at month 6 - 20% of annual salary
• Elevate bonus paid at month 12 - 10% of annual salary
• Concierge support with the relocation process
• Paid leave for the duration of your move (up to three days)
  
  

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? If you’re an experienced vet with strong clinical skills, we’d love to hear from you.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the clinical team, working closely with the Practice Director
• Deliver high standards of clinical care across a varied caseload (consults and surgery)
• Mentor and develop less experienced vets, supporting case discussions and workups
• Contribute to driving the practice forward, team engagement, and a positive practice culture
• Support business performance, operational success, and practice growth
  
  

Working Pattern

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Shifts between 8:00am–7:00pm (Monday–Friday) on a rota basis
• Saturday mornings (8:30am–1:30pm) on a rotational basis
• Primarily based at Haverfordwest with rotation across branch sites
  
  

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You Are a Confident And Motivated Veterinary Surgeon Who Enjoys Working As Part Of a Team And Is Committed To Delivering High-quality Patient And Client Care. You’ll Bring

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  
  

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
  
  

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
  
  

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £75,000 a year

Salary up to £75,000 FTE DOE

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