The Oak Veterinary Group, Haverfordwest, Haverfordwest, Wales

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Salary up to £78,000 FTE DOE

Salary up to £78,000 FTE DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5000!

We are delighted to offer a rare opportunity for a Lead Vet to work with the Practice Director to lead our Clinical Team at The Oak Veterinary Group. This is an exciting role for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is ready to combine clinical excellence with strategic clinical leadership, helping to guide the future of a respected and well-established practice.

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. 

With excellent facilities including:

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 
 
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

How You’ll Make a Difference 

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. 
 
You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you. 

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 8:00am–7:00pm (Monday–Friday) on a rota basis
Saturday mornings (8:30am–1:30pm) on a rotational basis
Primarily based at Haverfordwest with rotation across branch sites

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

 
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring: 
 
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

At The Oak Veterinary Group / IVC, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 
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

6.8 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