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Veterinary Surgeon - Large Animal

Seafield Veterinary Group, Keith, Keith, Scotland

Discipline: Farm

Financial Package up to £100k

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Veterinary Surgeon – Large Animal


Financial Package up to £100,000   


Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus up to £10,000 Welcome Bonus, up to £8,000 Relocation Allowance, 25% of salary paid in month 6 as Elevate Bonus plus benefits.   


Are you a Large Animal Vet looking for your next adventure? Join our team at Seafield Vets in beautiful Aberdeenshire! This is a unique opportunity to work with our exceptional farm and equine clients while shaping and driving forward our proactive approach to farm service. You’ll be working with an outstanding client base that includes pedigree and commercial beef and sheep clients who share your passion for quality and innovation. 

If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a collaborative, forward-thinking team, Seafield Vets might be just the place for you!

Find Your Perfect Fit with Our Flexible Working Options 


We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible rota patterns and working hours to accommodate your personal needs and priorities. Whether you prefer fixed or flexible work patterns, we are committed to finding the right solution for you.

Benefit from our Elevate Programme   


In recognition of the unique opportunities that this role with Seafield Veterinary Group offers, you’ll benefit from exciting additional rewards and opportunities.    

In addition to all the great benefits and rewards that come with joining IVC Evidensia, you’ll also get:   
- £10,000 welcome bonus paid in first salary   
- £8,000 relocation bonus   
- Elevate bonus paid at month 6 - 25% of annual salary   
- Further 6 months Elevate bonus - 25% pro rata paid in month 12   
- Concierge support with the relocation process   
- Paid annual leave for the duration of your move (up to three days)   

Where passion meets purpose  


Seafield Veterinary Group is more than a job—it’s a vibrant team of 15 vets, including 4 Large Animal specialists, who come together to deliver outstanding care. 

With three locations in Keith, Banff, and Buckie, we boast excellent facilities, including a full IDEXX lab suite and updated ultrasound equipment, allowing you to tackle cases to a high standard. Our proactive approach focuses on large animal work, particularly in fertility with a strong base of pedigree and commercial beef and sheep, as well as some goats. We also have a loyal small animal clientele, with minimal exotics. 

Nestled just a short distance from the stunning Moray Coast and an hour from the Cairngorms National Park, our practice offers outdoor enthusiasts endless adventures. Plus, with regular flights from Inverness and Aberdeen Airports to major UK cities and beyond, exploring Scotland and beyond has never been easier!

Why Seafield Vet Group?  


Seafield Veterinary Group is more than a job—it’s a vibrant team of 15 vets, including 4 Large Animal specialists, who come together to deliver outstanding care for some of the UK’s finest livestock. Equipped with top-tier facilities, including Easi-scan Go Scanners, Bull Fertility Equipment, foot-trimming facilities, and an in-house IDEXX Lab, you’ll have everything you need to excel. 

We’re looking for someone ready to lead the way in proactive farm and equine care, building strong client relationships and setting new standards in the field. 

Based in the charming town of Keith, Aberdeenshire, you’ll enjoy the best of rural life with easy access to Aberdeen and Inverness. Surrounded by scenic beauty, Keith offers a strong community vibe, outdoor adventures, and the rich heritage of whisky country—an idyllic location to elevate your career and lifestyle.  

Because Our People Matter 


We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance   


- 6.6 weeks annual leave    
- Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday   

Wellbeing   


- Private medical insurance   
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including  maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay   
- Cycle to Work scheme   
- Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing   
- Non-accidental injury support   

Development   


- 1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro-rata   
- Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy   
- Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider   
- All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding   
- All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund   
- Infection Prevention and Control Programme   
- Quality Improvement Programme   

Professional Memberships   


- BVA membership   
- VDS cover   

Additional   


- Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers   
- Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer   
- Discounted staff pet care   

 

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Seafield Veterinary Group, Keith

144 Land Street, Keith, AB55 5DL, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Small animals

Farm animals

Equine

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Any questions before applying?

Speak to Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Senior Talent Partner

Taylor Findlay

taylor.findlay@ivcevidensia.com