Clinical Director

Lead with Confidence, Supported by ExperienceAre you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career?At Anicare Veterinary Group, we are seeking a passionate and driven Clinical Director to lead our four small animal practices across Dublin.This is a rare opportunity to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of our practices while working side by side with an established Clinical Director and long-standing Practice Manager who bring invaluable stability and experience.Together, you'll guide our teams forward, ensure excellence in patient care, and keep our practices thriving.About the RoleAs Clinical Director, you'll balance clinical leadership with practice management responsibilities.You'll ensure the highest standards of patient and client care while supporting and developing our veterinary teams.From consultations and surgery to mentoring and practice development, this is a role where your expertise and leadership will make a real impact every day.What You'll Be DoingClinical Leadership: Providing a high standard of veterinary care, with a focus on consultations and surgery.Team Development: Supporting, mentoring, and appraising vets, nurses, and support staff.Practice Management: Overseeing daily operations across four sites (Clontarf, Santry, Blanchardstown, Glasnevin).Recruitment & Onboarding: Bringing new talent into the team and ensuring a smooth introduction.Problem Solving: Managing client concerns, staff issues, and complex cases with professionalism and care.Financial Oversight: Monitoring performance, supporting growth, and ensuring sustainability in line with practice goals.The real advantage of this role?You'll never be leading alone.With an established Clinical Director and Practice Manager alongside you, you'll always have experienced colleagues to collaborate with and learn from.What We're Looking ForWe'd love to hear from you if you are:A VCI registered Veterinary Surgeon with at least 5 years' clinical experience in small animal practiceA natural leader and mentor, with the ability to inspire and support colleagues at all levelsOrganised, resilient, and adaptable, with strong time management skillsPassionate about delivering the highest standards of veterinary careReady to collaborate, influence, and drive positive change across multiple practicesYour Work-Life BalanceWe know balance matters.That's why we offer:40-hour full-time week, with no OOH, weekends, bank holidays, or on-callFlexible contracts – full-time or part-time to fit around your commitmentsA rota designed to support life outside of work, wellbeing, and your prioritiesRewards and Benefits (subject to pro-rata)Because our people matter, we invest in more than just your career.Alongside a competitive salary, you'll receive:8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthdayEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential supportEnhanced family leave policiesInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeingCompany sick pay & bereavement leave€1,300 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rataFull funding for Certificates / Diplomas / PhDsAccess to IVC Evidensia Academy learning & developmentDedicated €1,100 annual Care Fund for exceptional casesOpportunities for clinical and non-clinical progressionProfessional SupportVCI membership & VDS cover paidAccess to quality improvement, infection control, and research fundingDiscretionary Director Bonus SchemeAnnual Pay ReviewsCompany Pension Scheme (with employer contributions)Cycle to Work schemeAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at all IVC Evidensia practicesA Workplace for EveryoneWe're proud to be part of IVC Evidensia – a company committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging.As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions and will happily discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.A Role That Truly MattersThis is more than a job – it's a chance to make a lasting impact on your team, your patients, and the wider veterinary community in Dublin.With an established leadership team around you, you'll step into this role with real support, strong foundations, and the opportunity to shape something meaningful.At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups.As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.Any questions before applying?Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.#J-*****-Ljbffr