Lead Clinical Director (Small Animal) – Scottish Borders

Are you an experienced vet ready to take the next step into leadership? This is an exciting opportunity to guide a talented, multi-disciplinary team across two respected RCVS-accredited practices in the heart of the Scottish Borders — where clinical excellence meets countryside living.

The Role

• Position: Lead Clinical Director (Small Animal focus)

• Hours: 40 hours per week, 4 or 5 days

• Rota: 1 in 5 weekends OOH (time off in lieu) 

• Salary: Up to £85,000 DOE

• Type: Permanent, Full-time

As Lead Clinical Director, you’ll provide strategic and clinical leadership across two well-established sites. Your role will include:

• Overseeing clinical standards and patient care within the Small Animal department

• Supporting and mentoring senior leadership teams (Clinical Nursing Managers, Practice Managers, Lead Vets)

• Collaborating on business development and client engagement to continue the practices’ growth

• Leading by example in clinical work, ensuring high standards and team support

About You

You’re an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for leadership and collaboration. You combine clinical confidence with the ability to motivate and guide your colleagues, fostering a positive culture and maintaining excellent client care.

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Proven leadership or management experience

• Excellent communicator with strong team-building skills

• Confident in Small Animal clinical work

Located just 45 minutes from Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders offers a relaxed lifestyle, beautiful scenery, and endless outdoor pursuits – perfect for achieving true work-life balance.

Benefits

• Up to £85,000 salary (DOE) 

• Generous holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

• RCVS & VDS fees paid

• Career progression opportunities 

• Life Assurance & enhanced sick pay

• Enhanced family leave

• E-car salary sacrifice scheme

• Pension contributions

• Relocation package available

To apply or learn more, contact:
Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers
📞 01392 793 153 |✉️ angel.mason@gvcvets.com