Lead Veterinary Surgeon Role, Greater London

4 weeks ago
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Salary
£100,000

Company
BVS Vets

Contact
Tim Allen

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Greater London, United Kingdom

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Greater London
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Up to £100,000 DOE + £5,000 Welcome Bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to step into a leadership position within a modern, well-equipped small animal practice in Greater London. This role offers the chance to combine hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities, while benefiting from the support of an established veterinary network and access to advanced referral-level facilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high clinical standards, mentoring colleagues, supporting team development, and delivering outstanding patient and client care.

The Practice

• The practice is equipped to provide a high standard of first-opinion veterinary care and offers:
• Digital radiography
• Dental facilities
• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Dedicated consultation and treatment areas
• A varied and rewarding caseload
• The Lead Veterinary Surgeon will work alongside an experienced and supportive team, contributing to the decision-making of the practice and fostering a positive team culture.

The practice benefits from close collaboration with a nearby 24-hour veterinary hospital, providing access to advanced diagnostics and specialist expertise, including:

• MRI and CT imaging
• Endoscopy and arthroscopy
• Advanced ultrasound
• Multi-parameter monitoring
• Specialist-led services in surgery, neurology, internal medicine, and more
• This integrated support network allows clinicians to confidently manage complex cases while continuing to develop their own professional interests and expertise.

Work-Life Balance

This full-time position offers a 40-hour working week with a shared weekend rota:

• 1 in 3 Saturdays, or
• 1 in 6 full weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital
• All out-of-hours care is managed by the hospital team, allowing the Lead Veterinary Surgeon to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional paid wellbeing day each year
• Increased holiday entitlement with length of service
• £1,500 annual CPD allowance
• 3 days' paid CPD leave
• Access to internal CPD programmes and communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• Structured career progression pathways
• Professional Support
• Professional membership fees paid
• Leadership development support
• Relocation assistance available
• Visa sponsorship available where applicable
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee discounts on veterinary services and products

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step into leadership while remaining clinically hands-on. The successful candidate will join a supportive, forward-thinking team with access to advanced facilities, excellent career progression opportunities, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.

Apply now to join a thriving veterinary practice and make a lasting impact on patients, clients, and colleagues across Greater London.

Tel: 07881 362 367
Address: Greater London, United Kingdom