Lead Vet - Notting Hill

purovets; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in London is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to head a talented team and enhance clinical standards. This role offers the chance to shape clinical direction in a supportive and modern environment, while providing exceptional pet care. With high levels of autonomy and a strong emphasis on mentoring, this position suits an ambitious vet keen on professional growth.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays)

£1,200 CPD budget + 3 CPD days

VDS + RCVS fees covered

Private medical insurance (you + dependents)

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Generous discounts for your own and family/friends’ pets

Season ticket loan (interest-free)

Salary and bonus exchange scheme (tax/NIC efficient)

Qualifications

• Self-starter who takes ownership and gets things done.
• Comfortable with change and fast-moving environments.
• Passionate about mentoring and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgery and consults, focusing on soft tissue and dentistry.
• Mentor and support junior veterinarians.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication

Mentoring

Adaptability

Client care

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Modern, Forward-Thinking Clinic | London | Up to £100,000 DOE + Benefits

An ambitious and tech-enabled veterinary group is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join one of its purpose-built clinics in London. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a clinic’s clinical direction, lead a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional pet care in a modern, well-supported environment.

This is not your standard 9–5 role, it’s an opportunity to drive meaningful change, support the development of junior colleagues, and grow both personally and professionally.

About the Clinics

These contemporary, stylish clinics are designed to meet and exceed RCVS standards and are equipped to support the highest levels of clinical care. Each location includes:

• At least 3 consult rooms (including a dedicated feline room)
• Open-plan prep area with cutting-edge lab equipment
• Dental suite with integrated tables and X-ray
• Surgical suite with laparoscopy and endoscopy
• Imaging suite (X-ray, ultrasound, VVS kit; future CT and MRI planned)
• Staff-only chill-out areas for decompression and camaraderie

The Role

You’ll work alongside a talented team of vets, nurses, VCAs and client experience professionals, helping to drive clinical standards and support operational excellence.

Expect to:

• Lead by example in consults and surgery (especially soft tissue and dentistry)
• Play a key role in mentoring and supporting junior vets
• Help develop and implement clinical protocols
• Contribute to the continual improvement of systems and workflows
• Build lasting relationships with clients in a diverse London neighbourhood

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, who thrives on autonomy and challenge. You should be:

• A self-starter who takes ownership and gets things done
• Comfortable with change and adaptable in fast-moving environments
• Interested in developing new ways of working, not stuck in “how things have always been done”
• Passionate about mentoring and team collaboration
• A strong communicator with a people-first approach to client care
• Ideally already developing a specialism or have clear CPD goals in mind
• Orthopaedic or internal medicine experience is welcome but not essential.

Rota & Hours

• Opening hours: 08:00–19:00, Monday to Sunday
• Full-time: typically 5 days x 8 hours or 4 days x 10 hours (max 40 hours/week)
• Weekends: approximately 1 in 3 (rota provided 2+ weeks in advance)

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• £1,200 CPD budget + 3 CPD days (with potential for more)
• VDS + RCVS fees covered
• Private medical insurance (you + dependents)
• Life assurance and critical illness cover
• Generous discounts for your own and family/friends’ pets
• Season ticket loan (interest-free)
• Salary and bonus exchange scheme (tax/NIC efficient)

Interested?

This is a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking vet to step into a meaningful leadership role in one of London’s most progressive clinical settings.

To find out more or apply, please contact Jordan on [e-mail].