Veterinary Nurse Specialist

Mars, Incorporated; Leicester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pet care organization is seeking a Veterinary Nurse in Leicester. This role involves delivering day-to-day veterinary care, supporting research, and ensuring the welfare of pets. Competitive salary of £29,500-£30,100 with benefits such as private healthcare, a generous pension plan, and extensive leave options. We are looking for candidates who are registered or eligible to register with RCVS and have a degree or diploma in Veterinary Nursing. Enjoy a supportive environment and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Equal parental leave

Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible to register with the RCVS.

Responsibilities

• Delivering day-to-day veterinary care across one or more animal units.
• Coordinating with the veterinary services team to manage care and respond to health queries.
• Triaging animal health concerns and supporting veterinary rounds.
• Collecting key data to support ongoing research.
• Administering treatments and ensuring our pets are cared for.
• Completing weekly health checks across animal population.
• Completing physio for animals in our care.
• Supporting peers in training animals.

Skills

Team-focused approach

Passion for companion animal welfare

Low-stress handling techniques

Making independent decisions

Education

Degree or diploma in Veterinary Nursing (BSc, FdSc, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description:

Waltham on the Wolds

£29,500-£30,100 dependent on experience

+ Rota allowance, Company performance bonus & Exceptional Benefits

⏰ Mon -Fri 8am-4pm and approximately 2 in 7 weekends

Why Join Us?

Are you a veterinary nurse ready to explore your next move? This is your chance to step into a rewarding role where your expertise supports cutting‑edge research – and makes life better for pets around the world.

The Role

Be part of a global research and development site for Mars Petcare working in a supportive, inclusive environment where your development matters. Help care for animals who are central to studies in pet health, microbiome, nutrition, and more. Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with daytime shifts only and approximately 2 in 7 weekends.

⭐ What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £29,500-£30,100 base salary plus rota allowance and company performance bonus
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Registered, or eligible to register, with the RCVS
• Degree or diploma in Veterinary Nursing (BSc, FdSc, or equivalent)
• Collaborative, team‑focused approach
• Passion for companion animal welfare and low‑stress handling techniques
• Comfortable independently making decisions

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering day‑to‑day veterinary care across one or more animal units
• Coordinating with the veterinary services team to manage care and respond to health queries
• Triaging animal health concerns and supporting veterinary rounds
• Collecting key data to support ongoing research (e.g. body weight, oral health checks)
• Administering treatments and ensuring our pets are cared for with empathy and respect
• Complete weekly health checks across animal population across one or more units
• Complete physio for animals in our care
• Supporting peers – training animals, completing recreation

What You Can Expect from Mars

• Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose‑driven company shaping “the world we want tomorrow”
• Access world‑class training & development from day one
• Join a company with an industry‑leading salary and benefits package