Global Veterinary Careers is delighted to be supporting a well-established small animal practice group in Perthshire in the recruitment of a Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to step into, or further develop, a leadership role while maintaining a hands-on clinical caseload. Working across two established practices, you’ll play a key role in shaping clinical standards, mentoring colleagues, and driving continuous improvement, all while enjoying the support of an experienced and collaborative team.

Key Highlights

✅ Salary up to £80,000 DOE
✅ Enhanced financial package worth up to £100,000
✅ Welcome Bonus up to £10,000
✅ Relocation Allowance up to £8,000
✅ Clinical Lead position across two sites
✅ Full-time, part-time and flexible working options considered
✅ Opportunity to influence clinical strategy and standards
✅ Strong focus on leadership development
✅ Excellent facilities and varied caseload

The Opportunity

This role offers an exciting blend of clinical leadership and first-opinion veterinary work.

You’ll split your time across two established practices, working closely with leadership teams to oversee clinical standards, support colleagues, and help deliver exceptional patient care. Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you’ll continue to manage a varied medical and surgical caseload and maintain involvement in day-to-day clinical practice.

This position would suit an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys mentoring others, developing clinical services, and helping teams achieve their full potential.

Whether you’re already in a leadership role or looking to take your first step into clinical leadership, this opportunity offers excellent support and genuine career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied first-opinion medical and surgical caseload
• Leading and maintaining clinical standards across both sites
• Supporting clinical governance initiatives and audits
• Developing protocols and quality improvement projects
• Providing support with complex clinical cases
• Mentoring and developing veterinary colleagues
• Encouraging CPD and clinical progression within the team
• Supporting clinical decision-making and knowledge sharing
• Working with leadership teams to support clinical performance and strategy
• Driving continuous improvement in patient care and outcomes

Facilities

Across both practices you’ll have access to:

• Laparoscopic surgical equipment
• Digital ultrasonography
• IM3 dental radiography
• Digital radiography
• In-house laboratory facilities
• Laser therapy equipment
• Modern first-opinion practice facilities

Who We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from Veterinary Surgeons who:

• Have significant first-opinion practice experience
• Are confident with both medical and surgical cases
• Enjoy mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Have an interest in clinical governance and quality improvement
• Possess strong communication and leadership skills
• Are passionate about delivering excellent patient care
• Want to influence and develop clinical standards

Previous leadership experience would be beneficial but is not essential for the right candidate.

Working Pattern

• Full-time hours are 40 hours per week
• 50/50 split across two practice locations
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Part-time applications considered
• Shared weekend rota
• Participation in the out-of-hours rota
• Further rota details available on enquiry

The Financial Package

This role forms part of an enhanced recruitment package and includes:

• Salary up to £80,000 DOE
• Welcome Bonus up to £10,000
• Relocation Allowance up to £8,000
• 20% salary bonus paid after six months
• Additional 10% pro-rata bonus paid after twelve months
• Relocation support and assistance
• Up to three days paid leave to support relocation

Combined, the overall package can be worth up to £100,000.

What’s On Offer

• 6.8 weeks holiday including Bank Holidays
• Private medical insurance
• £1,250 annual Care Fund
• CPD allowance and funded training
• Access to leadership development pathways
• RCVS, BVA and VDS fees covered
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Mentoring, coaching and peer support networks
• Clear progression routes into senior leadership or specialist pathways

Location

Based in the beautiful Perthshire region, this opportunity offers the perfect balance between career progression and lifestyle. With stunning countryside, outdoor pursuits, and excellent transport links to Perth, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh, it’s an excellent location for anyone looking to enjoy the best of both rural and city living.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion and further information about this Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon opportunity, contact Global Veterinary Careers today.