Lead Veterinary Surgeon | London | £80,000+ | Full-Time
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Salary
£95000
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Iain Anderson
Greater London, United Kingdom
Who They Are GVC is supporting a modern, design-led small animal clinic group in London seeking a full-time Lead Veterinary Surgeon. This is a senior, hands-on role within a structured, standards-driven environment. What You’ll Do As Lead Vet, you’ll combine strong clinical standards with visible leadership and day-to-day oversight, including:- Delivering high-quality first-opinion consults, case work-up and treatment planning
- Confident use of diagnostic imaging and internal medicine skills to support safe, evidence-based decisions
- Performing soft tissue surgery to a high standard and supporting consistent peri-operative care
- Maintaining a smooth, efficient clinical workflow and supporting excellent patient outcomes
- Driving the use of structured clinical protocols and supporting initiatives that improve standards of care
- Setting expectations for client communication—clear explanations of options, informed consent, and preventative care conversations
- Owning clinic delivery against defined client care standards
- Supporting commercial performance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Providing pastoral care and leadership to the team, including guiding junior and student nurses
- Taking responsibility for day-to-day clinic operations working closely with colleagues
- Supporting client acquisition activity and local marketing efforts as part of the wider clinic operation
- Salary: £80,000+ (depending on experience)
- 5.6 weeks annual leave per year inclusive of public holidays (6.6 weeks after 1 year)
- Pension contribution
- RCVS membership covered, plus discretionary VDS membership
- CPD allowance of £1,000+ per year plus 3 days paid CPD leave
- Staff discounts on treatments and medications for your own pets
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance and critical illness cover
Tel: 0330 1135 222
Address:
Greater London, United Kingdom