Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Clinical Leader & Mentor

GLG Vets; Aston Clinton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Aston Clinton is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to provide clinical leadership and mentor a supportive team. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical governance and building client relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in UK small-animal practice, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to teamwork. This role offers a competitive salary, funded CPD, and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD encouraged and funded

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Protected leadership time

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK small-animal first opinion practice.
• Confidence in routine surgery and consultations.
• Desire to pursue further certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in consulting and surgery.
• Champion clinical governance and best-practice protocols.
• Mentor and develop Vets and RVNs.
• Build trusted client relationships.
• Oversee case continuity and contribute to workflow.

Skills

Strong communicator

Calm decision-maker

Solid surgical skills

Team-oriented mindset

Organised and reliable

Education

Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice

Confidence with routine surgery

Further certifications welcome

Job description

A veterinary practice in Aston Clinton is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to provide clinical leadership and mentor a supportive team. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical governance and building client relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in UK small-animal practice, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to teamwork. This role offers a competitive salary, funded CPD, and a generous holiday allowance.