Director of Practice & Clinical Services - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Exeter; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Beaumont Vets as the Clinical Director, where you will lead a dedicated team in providing top-notch veterinary care. This role blends clinical expertise with leadership, shaping the future of our practice while supporting your professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and a supportive work-life balance in a modern veterinary environment.

Benefits

7.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance (£1250)

Access to Vetlexicon

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Strong clinical experience is required.
• Proven or aspiring leadership skills expected.
• Familiarity with HR, compliance, and wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the veterinary team and oversee clinical standards.
• Balance leadership with hands-on clinical practice.
• Contribute to practice growth and foster a positive culture.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Team-building skills

Understanding of practice operations

Commitment to clinical excellence

Education

MRCVS qualification

Job description

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

Clinical Director

Beaumont Vets, Exeter

Salary up to £85,000 DOE / Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 / Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

Lead the Future of Veterinary Care

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to step into a leadership role where your clinical insight and strategic vision will make a real impact? Join Beaumont Vets as our new Clinical Director and help shape the future of our thriving practice.

As Clinical Director, you'll lead our friendly, talented team, oversee clinical standards, contribute to practice growth, and foster a positive work culture. You will also retain hands-on clinical time, balancing leadership with clinical practice.

Who we are

Nestled just outside Exeter, Beaumont Vets offers a modern veterinary environment with a community feel. We are equipped with laparoscopy, surgical and therapeutic lasers, and hold regular clinical discussions to support our team’s development and deliver exceptional patient care.

Join IVC Evidensia

Being part of IVC Evidensia means independence with support. Benefit from modern equipment, shared expertise, and a network of colleagues committed to clinical excellence and support.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for leadership training and development
• Supportive relocation options and an idyllic location near coast & moors
• Flexible rota pattern - full or part-time (minimum 30 hours), 4 or 5 day week

What you'll bring

• MRCVS qualification with strong clinical experience
• Proven or aspiring leadership skills
• Confidence in managing clinical standards and protocols
• Understanding of practice operations and finances
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Familiarity with HR, compliance, and wellbeing initiatives
• Commitment to clinical excellence and continuous improvement

You Matter to Us

We invest in our people through competitive salaries and benefits, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and professional development. Benefits include:

• 7.6 weeks annual leave, plus birthday leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• CPD allowance (£1250) and paid CPD leave
• Certificate support and learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon and research funding
• Care Fund for vets

Professional Memberships and Colleague Benefits

• BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
• Company pension scheme with contributions
• Green commute schemes and voluntary benefits
• Discounts and pet treatment benefits

Salary range: up to £80,000 DOE