Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Location Dublin
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons, Head Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to €80,000
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3326
Published: 2 days ago

Up to €80,000 · 4-Day Week · No OOHs · Dublin-Based Practice

We’re working with a well-established, forward-thinking practice in Dublin that combines the best of both worlds — the stability and perks of a small corporate group, with the autonomy and team culture of an independent. They’re now looking for an experienced all-rounder vet to join the team — someone confident in surgery, and comfortable managing a variety of general practice cases.

This is a great opportunity for a vet who wants to step into a more senior, go-to clinical role without the added pressure of HR responsibilities or full-on leadership. If you enjoy mentoring others, being involved in surgery, and working up cases properly, this could be the perfect next step.

The Role:

  • Full-time across 4 days
  • No Sundays or OOHs
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays, 9am–1pm
  • Mixed days of consults and surgery – especially soft tissue, spays/neuters, mass removals, dentals
  • 20-minute consults and scheduled admin time
  • Option to mentor junior vets, support clinical standards, and help shape the day-to-day running of the practice
The Practice:
  • 3-vet team supported by 3 RVNs, 1 ACA and 3 front-of-house staff
  • Practice Director takes care of HR and non-clinical operations
  • Modern and well-equipped: full surgical and dental facilities
  • Growing caseload across GP, surgery, and dentistry
  • Home to certificate holders and visiting specialists
  • Clinical freedom, great rota, and a strong team culture
What They’re Looking For:
  • A solid all-rounder vet who enjoys both consults and surgery
  • Confident with routine soft tissue ops and dentals
  • Bonus points for an interest in dentistry or imaging (but not a must)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience and VCI registered
  • A team player who’s approachable, proactive, and supportive
What’s on Offer:
  • Up to €80,000 depending on experience
  • 4-day week, no late evenings
  • 6.6 weeks annual leave, including public holidays
  • Generous CPD budget + CPD leave
  • Support for further training or certificates
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays only
  • No out-of-hours work
  • VCI & VDS covered
  • Full uniform provided
  • Supportive team and a practice that genuinely prioritises wellbeing and clinical development

Interested? Drop Sophie a message today via sophie@lloydandcowan.com or click APPLY to arrange a chat and find out more — this type of role won’t be around long!