At Global Veterinary Careers, we’re proud to partner with forward-thinking, independent-minded veterinary practices across Ireland and the UK — connecting talented vets with roles that offer genuine growth, flexibility, and work-life balance.

We’re excited to be supporting a well-established multi-site practice in County Cork as they look for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to step into a leadership position within their friendly and collaborative team.
🐕 About the Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced small animal vet who’s ready to take the next step in their career and lead a supportive 3-vet, 3-RVN team.
You’ll enjoy a varied clinical caseload across consultations, surgery, and diagnostics, with support from colleagues across the wider five-site group — which also provides referral surgery, exotic and wildlife park services.
The practice promotes shared learning and collaboration, ensuring you’ll have both the autonomy to lead and the backing of a strong, experienced network

🏥 About the Practice & Location:

Located in beautiful County Cork, this practice offers the perfect balance of city, coast, and countryside living. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures or the buzz of Cork city, this location has something for everyone.
The clinic is modern, well-equipped, and part of a group that values teamwork, high clinical standards, and professional development.

👩‍⚕️ About You:

To be considered for this role, you’ll ideally bring:
✔️ Strong experience in small animal medicine and surgery
✔️ Confidence performing both routine and emergency procedures
✔️ A passion for leadership, teamwork, and mentoring
✔️ Excellent communication and client care skills
✔️ An interest in diagnostics or internal medicine (advantageous)
This role is ideal for someone looking to step into clinical leadership and make a real impact in a well-supported environment.

🎁 Benefits:

✨ Salary from €70,000 DOE + OOH bonus pay
✨ 4-day week (40 hours) for great work-life balance
✨ Enhanced annual leave
✨ Employer pension contributions
✨ Generous CPD allowance
✨ Paid VCI, VDS & other professional memberships
✨ Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave
✨ Paid charity day
✨ Staff discounts
✨ Excellent career progression opportunities

📩 How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced small animal vet ready to lead, inspire, and progress in a supportive practice, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact Luke Morris at:
📧 luke.morris@gvcvets.com
📞 01392 793 256