Veterinary Surgeon - Equine Stud Vet

Fyrnwy Equine Clinic; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equine hospital in Shrewsbury seeks an experienced stud vet for the 2026 season. The role involves working with Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations, with opportunities for progression and a generous CPD allowance. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and must be registered with the RCVS. The hospital offers a modern facility and a supportive environment, emphasizing professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance

Company vehicle

Private Medical Insurance

Work-life balance including 6.6 weeks annual leave

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced in stud medicine for Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations.

Responsibilities

• Routine tasks associated with stud medicine in Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations.
• First-opinion ambulatory practice, routine calls and emergencies.
• Client liaison, recordkeeping, and high client satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication and client-relationship skills

Education

Registered with the RCVS

Job description

Salary and Contract

Salary up to £38,000 DOE (Fixed Term 6-month Contract)

Overview

Exciting opportunity for an experienced stud vet to join our team at Fyrnwy Equine Hospital for the 2026 season! Fyrnwy Equine Hospital is a well-established 18 vet practice with a Tier 3 equine hospital and ambulatory branch, covering Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales. The practice consists of European boarded specialists in surgery and medicine, as well as 2 equine nurses, 1 student vet nurse and 11 support staff members. We manage a mix of National Hunt Thoroughbred studs, sports horse clients and individual breeders.

Responsibilities

The main duties include routine tasks associated with stud medicine in both Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations, including embryo flushing and barren mare work‑up. Outside of the stud season, responsibilities extend to first‑opinion ambulatory practice, routine calls and emergencies, with freedom to explore areas of interest. Hospital‑based work‑up is encouraged, as is client liaison, electronic recordkeeping and high client satisfaction. Paid CPD allowance and opportunities for post‑grad qualifications are also part of the role.

You will share the out‑of‑hours rota (currently 1 in 7) with a second vet on call each weeknight and a separate stud rota for weekends. A day off in lieu is allocated for working a weekend.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Registered with the RCVS and eligible to work in the UK.
• Experienced in stud medicine for Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations.
• Strong communication and client‑relationship skills.

Benefits & Support

• Company vehicle, phone, tablet, VDS, RCVS and BEVA memberships.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Workplace pension scheme and healthcare.
• Work‑life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional holiday entitlement for birthday.
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, family‑friendly policies.
• Development: £1,250 CPD allowance, certificate support, learning via IVC Evidensia Academy, access to Vetlexicon, research funding, Care Fund, Infection Prevention and Control Programme, Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional memberships: BVA, VDS cover, RCVS fees.
• Colleague benefits: Company pension, Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, Green Cars Scheme, voluntary benefits and discounts.

Additional Information

Although advertised for the 2026 season, there is potential to start sooner. The hospital has state‑of‑the‑art facilities including a full surgical suite, MRI, portable DRs, ultrasound, gastroscopy, endoscopy, surgical laser, therapeutic laser and dental power tools.

Diversity & Inclusion

IVC Evidensia is committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We welcome applications from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.