Veterinary Surgeon

Vet4Life; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice in Southwest London is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon. You will enjoy the independence to manage cases while collaborating with a supportive team of professionals. The role offers a focus on work-life balance, excellent CPD opportunities, and a variety of benefits, including holidays and wellness programs. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience and a commitment to high-quality veterinary care.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Extensive free online CPD program

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Employer contribution pension scheme

Recruitment referral reward scheme

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Eyecare voucher scheme

Free annual Flu jab

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in first-opinion practice.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality care to clients and their pets.
• Enjoys contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own cases with access to guidance from colleagues.
• Engage in regular social activities with the team.
• Participate in career progression opportunities.

Skills

RCVS registration

Clinical independence

Team collaboration

High-quality care

Positive workplace culture

Interest in clinical specialization

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon

Practice: Vet4Life

Location: Surbiton, Shepperton and Teddington (Southwest London/Surrey)

Role type: Permanent

Salary: From £48,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Hours: Full-time 38.3-hour working week over 4 weekdays (Monday-Friday) with a set day off each week. 1 in 4 Saturdays (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) 1 in 12 Sundays (10:00 am - 4:00 pm). No out-of-hours (OOH) responsibilities.

We are looking for an experienced, full-time veterinary surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in Southwest London/Surrey!

You’ll enjoy the independence to manage your own cases, while also having access to guidance from colleagues with a wide range of expertise, including certificate holders. We value collaboration but equally respect your clinical autonomy.

Work-life balance is very important to us, and our carefully structured rota is designed with this in mind. Outside of work, our team enjoys regular social activities, from quiz nights to seasonal events such as Easter egg hunts, Halloween parties, and summer and Christmas celebrations.

Vet4Life is a modern, well-established first-opinion small animal practice, located on the Surrey/Middlesex border. We’re within walking distance of the Southwestern train line, making London easily accessible. With three sites across Surbiton, Teddington, and Shepperton, we are proud to be RCVS-accredited and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an endoscope, laparoscopic kit, ultrasound scanner, CR radiography, Class 4 laser, and a fully equipped in-house lab.

Vet4life has a wonderful team of 10 vets. team includes vets and nurses with certificates in emergency and critical care, advanced veterinary practice, small animal surgery, small animal medicine, surgical nursing, and consulting. We also have special interests across dermatology, cardiology, exotics, and wellbeing, making our practice a diverse and stimulating place to work.

We are committed to providing an environment where our people can thrive. We encourage and support professional development with well-funded CPD and career progression opportunities. Above all, we believe that providing the best care for our clients and their pets starts with ensuring our team has the tools, resources, and supportive environment they need to excel.

Example weekday shifts: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm or 10:00 am - 7:30 pm

What We’re Looking For

• An RCVS registered veterinary surgeon with 3 years + experience in first-opinion practice.
• Someone who values both clinical independence and team collaboration.
• A professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality care to clients and their pets.
• A team player who enjoys contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Interest in developing a clinical specialism or pursuing further qualifications is welcomed and supported.

What we offer

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• Wellness program including:
• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme

How to apply

To apply, find out more information, or arrange a confidential chat contact Natalie at [e-mail]