Lead Veterinary Surgeon - East London

Purosearch; East London; On-site; ZAR 1 165 000 - 1 516 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent veterinary practice in East London seeks a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to enhance their team. The ideal candidate will provide clinical leadership, manage workloads, and build client relationships within a supportive environment. This position offers a salary up to £65,000, 25 days holiday, paid leave benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Salary up to £65,000

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid birthday leave

External CPD funded

Enhanced sickness pay

Eyecare voucher scheme

Free annual flu jab

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong prioritisation and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Committed to delivering the highest level of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide sole charge clinical leadership.
• Develop and expand the practice.
• Manage workload based on clinical priority.
• Communicate confidently with associates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary surgeon

Job description

Overview

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – an exciting opportunity to join an RCVS accredited small animal practice in East London. The practice offers excellent onsite facilities including X‑ray, ultrasound, dental treatment and more. The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment with dedicated nurses and client care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide sole charge clinical leadership for routine and elective veterinary medicine.
• Develop and expand the practice, including recruiting a second full‑time vet to create a thriving two‑vet team.
• Manage workload based on clinical priority, ensuring timely and safe patient care.
• Communicate confidently with associates at all levels and build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Veterinary surgeon with strong prioritisation and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Committed to delivering the highest level of care to patients and owners.

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Paid birthday leave, RCVS and VDS fees, external CPD funded.
• Career progression opportunities, staff discount schemes, enhanced sickness pay and equal family leave.
• Eyecare voucher scheme, free annual flu jab and cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Rota

• Full‑time 40‑hour week.
• No Sundays or o‑o‑h/on‑call.

For a confidential chat, please contact Jordan on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].