Head Veterinary Surgeon

MedMatch; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MedMatch is seeking a dynamic Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead a well-equipped clinic near Walthamstow, London. The role involves coaching a team of vets and nurses while ensuring high clinical standards and strategic growth. Candidates should be qualified (MRCVS) with significant small-animal experience and strong leadership capabilities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Quarterly recognition bonuses

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

CPD allowance and funded memberships

Electric car scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with extensive small-animal experience.
• Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Passion for high-quality, evidence-based clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and elevate clinical standards at the clinic.
• Coach and inspire vets and nurses.
• Drive evidence-based care and shape the clinic's strategic direction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Evidence-based practice

Strategic thinking

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS)

Job description

Head Veterinary Surgeon – near Walthamstow, London

Salary: £70,000 – £85,000 per annum (D.O.E.)

We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Vet to lead and elevate clinical standards at a well-equipped, accredited clinicnear Walthamstow. You’ll be at the core of our management team—coaching and inspiring vets and nurses, driving evidence-based care, and shaping the strategic direction of our surgery

What’s on Offer:

• 25 days holiday bank holidays
• Quarterly recognition bonuses
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay; income protection
• CPD allowance, funded memberships, internal leadership training
• Electric car scheme; employee benefits & discounts; staff service discounts
• Wellbeing support (‘Help at Hand’)

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with extensive small-animal experience

• Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
• Passion for high-quality, evidence-based clinical practice
• Strategic thinker with drive to embed continuous improvement

The Environment:

Join a purpose-built, cat-friendly clinic with a balanced caseload (dogs/cats 50:50) and clinical interests including orthopaedics, exotics, and BOAS surgery.You’ll lead a team of 1 senior vet, 4 vets, and 6 RVNs in a supportive, growth-focused atmosphere

To Apply, either click “Apply” or send in your CV [e-mail].

For more information please also do not hesitate to call Mark on07907862230 and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this great opportunity.

If you are interested in any other roles across the UK, please feel free to visit us onmedmatch.co.uk/jobs.

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