Veterinary Surgeon - Partnership Opportunity - Cheltenham

Purosearch; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cheltenham is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a partnership opportunity. This role offers clinical freedom, a supportive team, and the potential for significant financial growth. Successful candidates will value high clinical standards and client relationships, with ambition to lead and grow the practice. Benefits include a monthly profit share and guaranteed exit payment, with comprehensive back-office support available.

Benefits

Monthly profit share

Referral bonus

Guaranteed exit payment

Qualifications

• Strives for excellent clinical standards.
• Values great client relationships.
• Ambitious and driven to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team in a thriving veterinary clinic.
• Focus on clinical care and business development.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship building

High clinical standards

Education

RCVS accreditation

Tools

ECG

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

In-house laboratory

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Partnership Opportunity – Cheltenham

Have you ever wanted to own your own practice but found the “what ifs” holding you back?

About the Role

Whether it’s the thought of running everything alone, the paperwork, or wondering what happens when it’s time to step away—practice ownership doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With the right support, it can be the most rewarding and exciting step in your career.

Here, you’ll enjoy full clinical freedom while running your own practice, with a trusted team behind you to manage the admin, offer expert advice when needed, and provide a guaranteed, structured exit plan. That way, you can focus on your patients, your team, and the future you want to build.

Key Benefits

• Ownership with backing – shape and grow your practice while business, finance, and operations are taken care of.
• A supportive team – 1 Vet (expanding to 2), 4 RVNs, and a CCA, all passionate about providing outstanding care to pets and their owners.
• Financial growth & security – enjoy profit share, a guaranteed exit value, and the potential to build equity worth over £1.2m within 10 years.
• End-to-end support – covering HR, marketing, finance, facilities, clinical advice, and a network of like-minded Partners.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a forward-thinking Vet with ambition—someone ready to lead, inspire, and shape the future of a thriving clinic. Based in the beautiful Regency town of Cheltenham, this RCVS-accredited small animal practice is newly refurbished and fully equipped with:

• ECG
• Endoscope
• Tonopen
• Ultrasound
• Digital X-ray
• In-house laboratory
• And more

The practice also proudly holds Silver Cat Friendly status from the ISFM, underlining its dedication to feline care.

Candidate Requirements

You’ll be someone who strives for excellent standards, values building great client relationships, and is motivated by the opportunity to develop both a team and a business.

Leadership or management experience is a bonus, but not essential. What’s most important is your ambition, drive, and enthusiasm to make an impact—with the reassurance of support from a team that’s already walked the path.

Why Choose Partnership?

This partnership model offers the independence of practice ownership, the stability of ongoing support, and the collaboration of being part of a network of Branch Partners who share their knowledge and experience.

Financial Benefits & Exit Options

• Monthly profit share plus guaranteed exit payment when you choose to leave the partnership
• Exit valuations increase over time (multiples applied at 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 years)
• Example: Drawings can grow from £110k at Year 2 to £178k at Year 10, with equity increasing from £300k to over £1.2m*
• Equity purchased depends on clinic valuation and affordability, with financing options available

Support Provided

• Clinical support network from experienced vets and specialists
• Dedicated back-office support (finance, HR, marketing, procurement, facilities)
• Regional Operations support to help run the practice smoothly
• Initial drawings safeguarded (minimum £75k salary if profits are lower in early stages)
• Financing available via a deferred payment scheme, with loan options at competitive rates

Ready to take the leap and own your future? For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

Referral bonus available: £250 for successful recommendations (T&Cs apply).