Lead Veterinary surgeon - Central London

Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Practice Management and Area Management
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8867
Published: 9 days ago

Lead Veterinary Surgeon 
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional to step into a leadership role at one of London’s most desirable locations. Situated in the heart of Central London, This is a newly refurbished, boutique-style practice offering a modern clinical environment combined with the prestige of a Hyde Park address.
The successful candidate will take the lead in shaping clinical excellence and delivering an outstanding client experience, while enjoying the autonomy to influence the direction and day-to-day running of the practice. 
The practice is supported by an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse and a dedicated Client Care Assistant, creating a collaborative and welcoming environment. Facilities include a spacious reception area, three consulting rooms, a fully equipped prep and theatre space, in-house laboratory, and digital x-ray equipment, enabling the delivery of high-quality first-opinion care.
In addition to the on-site team, the practice benefits from direct support from a 24-Hour Hospital, providing access to advanced diagnostics, emergency care, and experienced certificate holders across the wider network. This allows continuity of cases beyond first-opinion level and creates excellent opportunities for ongoing clinical development.
For candidates seeking a longer-term career pathway, there is also the opportunity to progress towards Partnership, combining clinical leadership with the potential for practice ownership and future investment.
This role would suit a Lead Vet looking to make a meaningful impact in a highly sought-after London location while enjoying the backing of a strong and collaborative veterinary network.
Benefits include:
They offer a competitive package designed to support wellbeing, career progression, and work-life balance. This includes private medical insurance and a health cash plan, 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support, life assurance, and generous annual leave, including bank holidays 
Professional development is strongly encouraged through a £1,500 CPD allowance with paid CPD leave, access to clinical communities, internal training opportunities, funded certificates, and clear internal career pathways. Additional support includes paid RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships, Lead Vet enhancement payments, relocation assistance, visa sponsorship where required, and sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

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