Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Thriving Veterinary Practice in North London

Medivet; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Visa sponsorship

Sign-on bonus up to £5,000

Sabbatical options

Job summary

Medivet Southgate is seeking a Lead Vet to guide clinical care and lead the practice forward in a well-connected North London location. You’ll oversee high standards of care, mentor the team, and drive growth while enjoying access to Medivet’s nearby 24-hour hospital network.

This role offers a generous relocation package up to £5,000 and a clear pathway to influence clinical excellence, supported by a strong, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified MRCVS with registration.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team while delivering high standards of care.
• Strong communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards.
• Develop tailored treatment plans with clients.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Share your skills and mentor our Medivet communities.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

MRCVS

Job description

Join Medivet Southgate as a Lead Vet, bring your ideas and expertise to drive the practice forward. Including a relocation allowance of up to £5000.

Looking for a rewarding Veterinary Surgeon role in North London with a supportive team, modern facilities, and excellent transport links? We'd love to hear from you.

Our well-established North London practice is home to a friendly, experienced team and a loyal client base that genuinely values the high standard of care we provide to their pets. You'll enjoy working in a collaborative environment where patient wellbeing and team support are at the heart of everything we do.

Modern Facilities and Clinical Support

• Dedicated consultation room
• Fully equipped theatre and prep area
• Digital radiography
• Dental X-ray facilities
• In-house laboratory equipment
• Ultrasound capabilities

You’ll be supported by an experienced nursing team, dedicated clinical operations colleagues, and have access to the excellent facilities and expertise available at our nearby 24-hour hospital in North London.

Fantastic North London Location

Conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from Southgate Underground Station on the Piccadilly Line, the practice offers direct access to Central London in approximately 35 minutes. Whether you’re commuting from the city or exploring the local area, you’ll benefit from excellent transport connections, a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants, and beautiful green spaces perfect for a lunchtime stroll.

Why Join Us?

• Established, respected veterinary practice
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Modern diagnostic equipment
• Access to a nearby 24-hour hospital
• Excellent transport links to Central London
• Welcoming client base and varied caseload
• Great work-life balance in a vibrant North London location

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a supportive team culture, quality clinical standards, and a well-connected North London location.

This role offers a Sign on allowance of up to £5000.

Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer:

Health and wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance 3 x salary

Annual leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service
• Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you

Learning and development

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid leave per year
• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways

Additional support

• Lead Vet Contribution Scheme
• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid.
• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Sabbatical options based on length of service

Lifestyle

• Cycle to Work
• Season Ticket loans
• Discounts on Medivet products and services

About you

You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care. You want to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you.

We welcome applications from experienced Vets ready to lead, develop and inspire.

What you’ll be doing

Typically, in this role, you’ll:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
• Develop tailored treatment plans with clients
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team
• Share your skills, inspiring others and supporting our Medivet communities’ development

About Medivet

Medivet is a leading Veterinary care provider, with over 400 practices, including 24-hour centres and referral hospitals, across the UK and Europe. We’re more than a network - we’re a community.

We believe in providing the right treatment for our pets and our people. That means giving you the tools, time and support to build the career you want. MDVT