Senior Veterinary Surgeon | Cardiff

A senior leadership opportunity within a well-established veterinary charity, offering the chance to combine clinical excellence with meaningful impact for pets, people and the wider community.

Full Time | £65,000 – £77,000 DOE | 37.5 Hours | Permanent | Charity Sector

Key Details:

• Role: Senior Veterinary Surgeon

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Salary: £65,000 – £77,000 (including allowances)

• Contract: Full Time, Permanent

• Sector: Veterinary Charity

• Location: Cardiff

The Organisation:

This role sits within a nationally recognised veterinary charity that has supported pet welfare and access to veterinary care across the UK for over a century. Operating a large network of pet hospitals and community services, the organisation delivers millions of veterinary treatments each year while maintaining a strong people-first, values-led culture. The focus is on compassionate, high-quality care delivered efficiently and sustainably, supported by a large multidisciplinary workforce and volunteer network.

The Role:

This is a senior leadership position responsible for the overall clinical, operational and people management of a busy Pet Hospital in Cardiff. You will lead through a management structure that includes Veterinary Surgeon Team Leaders, a Head Nurse and a Client Services Manager, fostering a collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture.

You will oversee day-to-day hospital operations, ensuring clinical governance, patient safety and client experience are maintained to a high standard. Alongside clinical leadership, you will be accountable for rota planning, resource allocation and financial oversight, balancing quality care with cost-effective use of charitable resources.

This role suits a confident, people-focused leader who enjoys combining hands-on clinical credibility with strategic oversight and operational responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and inspire veterinary, nursing and client services teams

• Oversee daily hospital operations and workflow

• Maintain clinical governance and quality standards

• Manage budgets, treatment costs and resource planning

• Promote a positive, inclusive and supportive team culture

• Ensure compassionate, accessible care aligned with charitable values

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Strong background in small animal practice

• Proven leadership and people-management experience

• Excellent communication, organisation and prioritisation skills

• Calm, adaptable and solutions-focused approach

• Strong alignment with charity and community-focused care

Benefits:

• Salary £65,000 – £77,000 (including allowances)

• Flexible working considered

• 38 hours CPD time plus £1,000 CPD allowance

• Paid RCVS fees

• Internal leadership and clinical development programmes

• 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)

• Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days

• Additional Wellbeing Day and Celebration Day

• Volunteering Day

• Enhanced pension contributions (5%–10%)

• Life assurance (4x salary)

• Private medical insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Wide range of retail, travel and lifestyle discounts

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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