Who They Are 
GVC is supporting a modern, design-led small animal clinic group in London seeking a full-time Lead Veterinary Surgeon. This is a senior, hands-on role within a structured, standards-driven environment.

What You’ll Do 
As Lead Vet, you’ll combine strong clinical standards with visible leadership and day-to-day oversight, including:

• Delivering high-quality first-opinion consults, case work-up and treatment planning
• Confident use of diagnostic imaging and internal medicine skills to support safe, evidence-based decisions
• Performing soft tissue surgery to a high standard and supporting consistent peri-operative care
• Maintaining a smooth, efficient clinical workflow and supporting excellent patient outcomes
• Driving the use of structured clinical protocols and supporting initiatives that improve standards of care
• Setting expectations for client communication—clear explanations of options, informed consent, and preventative care conversations

You’ll also carry leadership and operational responsibility within the clinic environment, including:

• Owning clinic delivery against defined client care standards
• Supporting commercial performance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Providing pastoral care and leadership to the team, including guiding junior and student nurses
• Taking responsibility for day-to-day clinic operations working closely with colleagues
• Supporting client acquisition activity and local marketing efforts as part of the wider clinic operation

What You’ll Gain

• Salary: £80,000+ (depending on experience)
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per year inclusive of public holidays (6.6 weeks after 1 year)
• Pension contribution
• RCVS membership covered, plus discretionary VDS membership
• CPD allowance of £1,000+ per year plus 3 days paid CPD leave
• Staff discounts on treatments and medications for your own pets
• Private medical insurance 
• Life assurance and critical illness cover

Call to action
If you’re a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a Lead Vet opportunity in London—combining clinical work with real responsibility for standards, team support, and operational performance, get in touch with GVC