Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Dublin - Up to 100K

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Coolock area, Dublin
Permanent | Full-time
Confidential Leadership Opportunity

The Vet Office is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, forward-thinking small animal practice in the Coolock area of Dublin, seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to take on a key leadership role within a highly skilled and collaborative clinical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet with strong clinical credibility, leadership ability, and a particular interest in surgery, who is ready to influence standards, culture, and long-term clinic performance.

The Practice & Team

You will be leading a stable, well-structured team in a modern, well-equipped clinic with strong operational and management support, allowing you to focus on clinical leadership and people development.

• Experienced veterinary team with a mix of ECC, surgical and developing clinicians

• Strong nursing leadership, including an ECC-qualified Head Nurse

• Dedicated management support handling administration and day-to-day operations
• Collaborative, respectful culture with a strong focus on learning and wellbeing

Facilities include:

• Two consulting rooms

• Separate dog and cat wards

• Fully equipped surgical theatre

• Diagnostic imaging (including X-ray)

• Dental suite

• Calm, welcoming reception area

• Emphasis on fear-free, low-stress handling

The Role

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will have overarching responsibility for the clinical, people, and operational performance of the practice, while remaining hands-on clinically.

Leadership & People

• Lead, coach and mentor the veterinary team, supporting individual development and career progression

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and psychologically safe team culture

• Act as a clear, motivating communicator within the clinic

• Work closely with nursing leadership to ensure excellent multidisciplinary care

Clinical Responsibilities

• Lead by example in clinical standards and best practice

• Promote strong clinical governance and regulatory compliance

• Support surgical development within the team

• Champion preventative healthcare and high-quality client communication

• Ensure transparency around clinical work, estimates, and billing

Operational & Strategic Responsibilities

• Play a key role in shaping and delivering the clinics business plan

• Take responsibility for clinic performance, KPIs, and sustainable growth

• Work collaboratively with senior management and support functions

• Drive team engagement, retention, and continuous improvement

Candidate Profile

• Veterinary degree recognised by the Veterinary Council of Ireland

• Proven experience in small animal practice

• Strong interest and experience in surgery

• Previous lead, senior, or mentoring role experience

• Confident decision-maker with strong emotional intelligence

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Commercial awareness and interest in clinic performance

Leadership, finance, or further clinical qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Salary & Package

• €65,000 – €75,000 base salary

• Performance-related bonus

• Additional Lead Vet supplement

• Attractive benefits package (details discussed confidentially)

Why This Role?

• Genuine autonomy in clinic leadership

• Strong management support structure

• Stable, experienced team

• Opportunity to shape culture and standards

• Senior role without corporate micromanagement

How to Apply

This role is being managed confidentially by The Vet Office.

For a discreet discussion or to apply, please contact:
[email protected]