Job Openings Veterinary Surgeon - Home Based

About the job Veterinary Surgeon - Home Based

Location: Home-based in Ireland, with national and occasional international travel
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Core Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, with bonus potential (commensurate with experience)
Company Car Included

The Opportunity

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a Country Medical Director to join a growing veterinary group operating across Ireland. This strategic role will lead the ongoing development of clinical excellence and professional standards, while representing the clinical voice within the national leadership team.

The successful candidate will work alongside senior business leaders, ensuring veterinary and nursing standards are championed across all areas of the organisation, while aligning with broader business goals.

This is an influential role ideal for a visionary veterinary leader who is passionate about advancing the profession and driving sustainable, clinically led growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Shape and implement a clinical strategy that supports both professional development and commercial success

  • Lead the national Clinical Board and embed a culture of quality, compliance, and innovation

  • Serve as the final escalation point for professional concerns and clinical client complaints

  • Provide veterinary expertise across departments including HR, IT, Marketing, and M&A

  • Represent the business to external stakeholders including regulatory bodies, government, and professional organisations

  • Collaborate with international peers to align on veterinary standards and cross-border initiatives

  • Develop and monitor KPIs that drive quality improvement and patient care outcomes

  • Contribute to external communications and act as a trusted voice within the profession

About the Role

This is a home-based position with extensive travel across Ireland and some international commitments. Reporting to the Country CEO, the Country Medical Director plays a pivotal role in balancing clinical integrity with strategic business leadership.

The role offers both autonomy and influence, with responsibility for veterinary professional standards, compliance, and clinical governance across a nationwide network of practices.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications & Registration

  • MRCVS/VCI Registered Veterinary Surgeon (eligible to practice in Ireland)

  • Additional qualifications in clinical practice, leadership, or business are desirable

Experience

  • Proven leadership experience at national or multi-site level

  • Strong strategic and operational background

  • Demonstrated ability to influence change and drive clinical improvements

  • Experience engaging with regulatory or professional bodies

Skills & Attributes

  • Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills

  • High emotional intelligence and reflective approach

  • Confident communicator and strong collaborator

  • Commercial acumen and sound decision-making

  • Ability to challenge constructively at all levels

  • Resilient, forward-thinking and values-led

  • Willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally

Benefits

We recognise the importance of investing in our people. Alongside a competitive salary, bonus opportunity, and company car, the successful candidate will enjoy a full range of benefits:

Work-Life Balance

  • 25 days annual leave

  • Paid birthday leave

  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

  • Paid bereavement and company sick pay

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing & Support

  • Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

  • Wellbeing Centre and mental health support resources

  • Free flu vaccinations

Development & Progression

  • Career progression opportunities (clinical and non-clinical)

  • Funded CPD, certificates and leadership development

  • Opportunity to shape the future of the veterinary profession


Ready to Lead the Future of Veterinary Care?

This is a rare opportunity for a senior veterinary professional to take a strategic leadership role with national influence and meaningful impact.

For more information or to apply confidentially, contact: info@thevetoffice.com 


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