Salary up to £78 000 FTE DOE, relocation allowance up to £5 000. We are delighted to offer a rare opportunity for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to work with the Practice Director to lead our Clinical Team at The Oak Veterinary Group. Our practice is located in a beautiful part of West Wales in Pembrokeshire, surrounded by stunning coastal and countryside scenery. The practice benefits from its proximity to the longest and oldest established section of the Wales Coastal Path, passing 58 beaches and 14 harbours.
Lead Veterinary Surgeon
As an experienced Veterinary Surgeon, you will combine clinical excellence with strategic leadership, shaping the future of a well‑established practice. You will work alongside a supportive team including a Senior Vet, six Veterinary Surgeons, a Head RVN, a Student Nurse and Animal Care Assistants, a Practice Director, Reception Coordinator, client care team, and a Hydrotherapy Rehab Coordinator. The team also includes an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery, allowing 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.
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 8:00 am‑7:00 pm (Monday‑Friday) on a rota basis.
* Saturday mornings (8:30 am‑1:30 pm) on a rotational basis.
* Primarily based at Haverfordwest with rotation across branch sites.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
* 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.
* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
How We’ll Support You
* Career pathways 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 Allowance 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 and birthday leave allowance.
* 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.
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