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Lead Veterinary Surgeon
- london, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £60 - £85 Per Hour
Job Description
Lead Veterinary Surgeon — London, Greater London
Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon based in London, Greater London. London, Greater London combines a welcoming client base with plenty of amenities and a relaxed pace that suits clinical focus.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership across consulting, soft tissue and routine surgery
- Champion clinical governance, audits and best‑practice protocols
- Mentor and develop Vets, RVNs and SVNs; support CPD plans
- Build trusted client relationships and deliver gold‑standard care
- Oversee case continuity and contribute to rota planning and workflow
Skills
- Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
- Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
- Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
- Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
- Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting
Qualifications
- Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
- Confidence with routine surgery and consults
- Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
- Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
- RCVS/VDS fees paid (and BSAVA/BVA where applicable)
- Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy
- Protected leadership time and input into clinical roadmap


