Healthcare
Clinical Director - Equine
IvcevidensiaInverness, Highlands & Islands, Scotland, United KingdomFull-timeSalary not listed · Typical pay in United KingdomPosted Nov 8, 2026
Ivcevidensia has an opening for a Clinical Director - Equine in Inverness, Highlands & Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom. The listing describes it as a full-time, leadership position.
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Ivcevidensia has an opening for a Clinical Director - Equine in Inverness, Highlands & Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom. The listing describes it as a full-time, leadership position.
The employer does not state a salary in this listing; DGJ Insight below shows an official pay benchmark for the place where one exists.
Benefits mentioned in the advert: health insurance, parental leave and bonus.
Visa sponsorship is not mentioned. Applicants from outside United Kingdom should check the official work permit route before applying.
Dev Global Jobs found this job on Arbeitnow on Nov 8, 2026.
- Employer
- Ivcevidensia
- Location
- Inverness, Highlands & Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level (from the title)
- leadership
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer
- Found
- Nov 8, 2026 on Arbeitnow
- Employer text
- 807 words, about 4 min to read
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Pay benchmark
Average wage, United Kingdom
GBP 46,511 average / year
Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025
Cost of living · United Kingdom
100.5 vs New York = 100
UN living-cost index for United Kingdom (ICSC post adjustment 76.4), as of 1 Oct 2026.
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Work permit route
- Skilled Worker visa: Job offer from a licensed sponsor at the required skill and salary level; English requirement
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Job description
About the role
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01Clinical Director, Equine Only Practice (Highlands)
Salary up to £80,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 & Welcome Bonus up to £5,000. At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners. This is more than a leadership appointment. It's an opportunity to shape the future of equine veterinary care in one of the UK's most unique regions.02A Rare Leadership Opportunity in the Highlands
Kessock Equine Vets is the only dedicated equine practice in the Highlands, delivering a highly respected 24/7 ambulatory and emergency service to a loyal and diverse client base. With strong foundations, an excellent reputation and a committed clinical team, the practice is well positioned for its next chapter. We're looking for an experienced equine vet ready to step into a Clinical Director role, taking ownership of clinical standards, team development and the future direction of the practice. This is a role for someone seeking more than management. It's an opportunity to influence strategy, lead clinical excellence and leave a lasting impact on the practice and the wider equine community.03Practice Highlights
* The only equine-exclusive practice in the Scottish Highlands * A genuinely hands-on leadership role within a close-knit, experienced team * Diverse ambulatory and emergency equine caseload * Opportunity to shape clinical standards, service development and future investment * Culture built on trust, autonomy and clinical excellence * Flexible balance of leadership and clinical responsibilities * Outstanding lifestyle location with access to mountains, coastline and outdoor living04How You'll Make a Difference
As Clinical Director (Director of Practice & Clinical Services), you will lead the clinical and strategic direction of the practice, working closely with the Practice Manager to deliver outstanding patient care, develop a high-performing team and support sustainable practice growth. You'll play a highly visible leadership role, helping shape the future of the practice while maintaining an active clinical caseload aligned with your interests and expertise.05Working Pattern
* Up to 40 hours per week * 1 in 4.5 out-of-hours weekends06Key Responsibilities
* Lead clinical governance, standards and decision-making across the practice * Develop clinical protocols, patient pathways and quality improvement initiatives * Mentor and support a small, highly engaged veterinary team * Work collaboratively on operational performance, workforce planning and long-term sustainability * Drive service development, investment priorities and strategic growth * Act as a senior clinical ambassador for clients and referring practices * Maintain an active clinical caseload aligned with your interests and strengths * Participate in the shared out-of-hours rota07Lifestyle & Location
Based in Inverness, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, this role offers a rare combination of senior clinical leadership and an exceptional quality of life. If you value space, spectacular landscapes and outdoor living alongside a rewarding veterinary career, this is a unique opportunity to enjoy both.08You Might Be a Great Fit If..
You are a senior clinical leader with strong equine expertise, commercial awareness and a passion for developing people and services. You'll bring: * Significant experience as an Equine Veterinary Surgeon, ideally with advanced qualifications such as CertAVP or equivalent * Proven leadership experience with responsibility for supporting and developing veterinary teams * Strong commercial and financial awareness with an interest in practice performance and sustainability * The ability to engage, motivate and develop high-performing teams * Experience contributing to clinical governance, audit and continuous improvement initiatives * Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills * A collaborative, values-led leadership style with a commitment to exceptional patient and client care09How We'll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting you in a senior clinical leadership role. When you join us, you'll benefit from: * A senior leadership position with genuine autonomy and influence over the future direction of the practice * Clear career pathways into wider clinical and operational leadership opportunities * Ongoing leadership development and access to the inspiring vet care Academy * A collaborative, values-led culture focused on clinical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement10What We Offer Our Team
* 6.8 weeks' holiday including bank holidays * Private medical insurance * Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy * BEVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees * Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) * Retail discounts and cashback offers * Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you're looking to shape the future of an established equine practice or take the next step in your leadership career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.Find Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow
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