Veterinary Surgeon – ACE Vets (Belfast & North Down)

Vet Group; Ballymena; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Northern Ireland is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their experienced team. This role offers flexible hours, a supportive work environment, and a focus on excellent patient care. The ideal candidate is confident, problem-solving, and enjoys working collaboratively. The position includes competitive salary, generous annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous CPD allowance

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Staff discount scheme

Birthday off

4.5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Confident, dynamic, and driven
• Able to communicate clearly and compassionately
• Comfortable with sole charge when needed

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care
• Bring ideas and clinical skills to the table
• Solve problems for pets and their people

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Confidence

Team collaboration

Job description

At ACE Vets, we’re proudly independent with four thriving clinics across Belfast and North Down. We’re passionate about excellent patient care, a high standard of service, and creating a supportive environment where vets can thrive.

We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, experienced team. You’ll have access to great facilities, a caring client base, and the freedom to bring your ideas and clinical skills to the table.

We might be a great fit if you:

• Are confident, dynamic, and driven, yet approachable and humble
• Thrive on solving problems for pets and their people
• Communicate clearly and compassionately
• Enjoy a flexible, collaborative working environment
• Are comfortable with sole charge when needed
• Value being part of a supportive, social team

What we’re offering:

• Flexible full or part-time hours (up to 38 hrs/week)
• No out-of-hours requirements
• 4.5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Competitive salary, based on experience, with performance-related bonuses
• Generous CPD allowance
• Private healthcare, pension, and staff discount scheme
• A genuinely supportive culture that values work-life balance and mental wellbeing

At ACE Vets, we’re more than just a workplace — we’re a team that cares, collaborates, and supports one another. If you’re ready to join a practice where your voice is heard and your work is valued, we’d love to hear from you.