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Veterinary Clinical Director

On-site in Barcelona·Added 1 month ago

The Vet Office

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Overview

Job details

Up to €80,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About €4,410 a month after tax, or €4,750 under the Beckham regime.
Blue Card threshold
Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.

Requirements

Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work on-site in Barcelona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Director-level role.
University degree
“Grado/Licenciatura en Veterinaria.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary up to €80,000 gross per year, **negotiable based on experience
Possibility of variable remuneration
Flexibility in working hours and conditions
Additional benefits to be negotiated (training, leave, etc.)
Stable project with long-term prospects

The role

From The Vet Office, we are looking for a Veterinary Clinical Director to join a referral hospital located in central Barcelona.

An opportunity to lead an already established team within a demanding clinical environment, with real autonomy in decision-making and the ability to have an impact on the hospital's development.

What you'll do

Lead and coordinate the veterinary team
Oversee clinical quality and decision-making
Participate in clinical activity (depending on profile)
Implement and optimise working protocols
Drive the hospital's development and growth
Team management and motivation

How you'll work

Central Barcelona, with excellent access and a dynamic environment.

The Project

The hospital works with a consolidated multidisciplinary team and a high volume of cases, allowing for high-level veterinary medicine in a dynamic and continuously growing environment.

We are looking for a profile with experience in clinical leadership who wants to go beyond hands-on practice and take on a key role in decision-making and the centre's evolution. Recognition in the area will be especially valued, although it is not an essential requirement.

Profile

Degree in Veterinary Medicine.
Previous experience in a similar role or as a senior veterinarian
Leadership and team management skills
Strong focus on clinical quality
Good communication and organisational skills

Why this opportunity?

Key position within the hospital
Autonomy and decision-making capacity
Established professional environment
Projection and growth in the medium to long term

If you are interested in this offer, do not hesitate to apply via talent@thevetoffice.com with the subject: Veterinary Director

About The Vet Office

The Vet Office is a specialized veterinary recruitment agency operating across Spain, connecting veterinary professionals with clinics and hospitals nationwide. The company focuses exclusively on the veterinary sector, placing veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff in roles ranging from emergency and internal medicine to imaging, surgery, and exotic animal care. Their platform serves as a dedicated bridge between veterinary talent and Spanish animal health employers, with a strong emphasis on the Spanish market.

The Vet Office has built a reputation as the go-to recruitment partner for veterinary professionals in Spain, with a presence across the country from Barcelona and Madrid to Valencia, Seville, and Bilbao. For international professionals, the company offers a direct entry point into the Spanish veterinary job market, with roles that frequently require Spanish language skills and often include relocation support, such as accommodation assistance in cities like Melilla. Their roles span from clinical positions to remote consultancy work, making them a relevant option for vets looking to practice in Spain.

Industry: Veterinary recruitment
Headquarters: Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 12 more
Website: thevetoffice.com

Good to know if you are moving

Roles are advertised in Spanish, so a working level of Spanish is typically required or strongly recommended.
Many positions include accommodation or relocation support (e.g., 'Ayuda alojamiento' in Melilla).
Salaries for specialized vets can reach €150,000/year for European diploma holders in internal medicine.
The company covers both full-time and part-time schedules, including weekend and night shifts.
Some roles are remote (e.g., 'Consultor/a de Selección - Remoto'), offering flexibility for international candidates.

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