Lead Small Animal Vet Surgeon – £80k, Relocation + Bonus

IVC Evidensia; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave & pay

RCVS fees covered

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

IVC Evidensia in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to head clinical standards and governance across two sites, Hailsham and Polegate. You will guide the veterinary team and oversee complex cases, delivering outstanding patient and client care.

The role offers leadership in clinical governance, development opportunities, and a supportive environment for skill growth within a trusted vet care group.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS.
• Experience in small animal practice with strong medical and surgical capability.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical standards and governance across the practice.
• Support and develop the veterinary team through coaching.
• Oversee complex medical and surgical cases.
• Contribute to practice operations and financial performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and clinical excellence.
• Support team engagement and development.

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

Leadership

Clinical governance

Mentoring

Communication

Decision making

Quality improvement

Job description

IVC Evidensia in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to head clinical standards and governance across two sites, Hailsham and Polegate. You will guide the veterinary team and oversee complex cases, delivering outstanding patient and client care.

The role offers leadership in clinical governance, development opportunities, and a supportive environment for skill growth within a trusted vet care group.