Lead Surgical Veterinary Surgeon – Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

JobsTrackR; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Great Yarmouth seeks a Lead Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to manage surgical cases and mentor a skilled team. Offering a competitive salary up to £75,000, a welcome bonus, and relocation support, this role promises professional growth in a supportive environment. Enjoy a great lifestyle balance near the beautiful Norfolk coastline.

Benefits

Up to £5,000 welcome bonus

Relocation allowance

Generous CPD allowance

6.6 weeks of annual leave

Private medical insurance

Professional fees covered

Colleague discounts

Wellness support

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Strong interest or experience in soft tissue/orthopaedic surgery.
• Passionate about mentoring and team development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied surgical caseload.
• Mentor junior vets and contribute to clinical discussions.
• Take the clinical lead on surgeries.

Skills

Mentoring

Surgical excellence

Team development

Education

RCVS registration

Certificate in soft tissue/orthopaedic surgery

Job description

Lead Surgical Veterinary Surgeon – Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Salary up to £75,000 DOE Welcome Bonus Relocation Support

Are you a surgically-minded vet looking to take the lead in a modern, well-equipped practice? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Surgical Vet to join a growing practice in Great Yarmouth, where you’ll focus on surgical excellence while mentoring and supporting a skilled team.

Package Highlights

• Salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
• Up to £5,000 welcome bonus
• Relocation allowance available
• Generous CPD allowance – certificates encouraged
• 6.6 weeks of annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Private medical insurance and enhanced family leave
• Professional fees covered (RCVS, VDS, etc.)
• Colleague discounts and wellness support

The Role

As Lead Surgical Vet, you’ll manage a varied surgical caseload and help shape the surgical standards of the practice. You’ll play a key role in mentoring junior vets, contributing to clinical discussions, and improving patient outcomes.

You will:

• Take the clinical lead on soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries
• Support and guide the vet team on surgical best practices
• Work in a supportive team that values clinical progression
• Get protected time for leadership responsibilities

The Practice

This is a busy and growing small animal practice with excellent facilities, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, and two modern surgical theatres. The team is friendly, collaborative, and focused on delivering gold-standard care.

Located close to the beautiful Norfolk coastline, you can enjoy a fantastic lifestyle balance with access to beaches, nature, and a welcoming local community.

Ideal Candidate

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Strong interest or experience in soft tissue/orthopaedic surgery
• Passionate about mentoring and team development
• Certificate holder or working towards one (supported)

Interested in this surgical leadership role?
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Or contact Mahmoud directly on 07907 862443 for a confidential conversation.