Lead Veterinary Surgeon Bracknell, Berkshire Up to £70,000 per year (DOE) Full-time (4 days per week weekends) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join and lead a growing veterinary practice in Bracknell, Berkshire. This role is ideal for a confident vet looking to take the next step into clinical leadership within a supportive and well-connected environment. The practice is situated in a leafy suburb with excellent transport links via the M3 and M4, offering easy access to Reading and London. The site benefits from modern facilities including three consult rooms, dental x-ray, and separate cat and dog wards. A range of shops and a leisure centre are also conveniently located nearby. The successful candidate will also have access to a nearby 24-hour referral centre and a network of sister practices specialising in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, internal medicine, ultrasonography, dentistry, exotics, and ophthalmology. Key Responsibilities The Lead Veterinary Surgeon will play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding clinical care while driving team performance and commercial success. Responsibilities include: Providing exceptional veterinary care during consultations and surgical procedures Delivering outstanding client care with clear communication and updates Leading and mentoring the clinical team to support development and performance Ensuring compliance with RCVS standards and clinical governance Working closely with the Practice Manager to optimise practice performance and profitability Preparing accurate treatment estimates and managing financial processes Supporting clinical handovers and coordinating patient transfers when required Promoting a progressive and positive clinical culture Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with proven leadership capability and a passion for high-quality care. RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon Strong clinical leadership and mentoring experience Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient and client care Commercial awareness within a veterinary practice environment Experience building and maintaining high-performing teams Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to influence, coach, and motivate colleagues Interest or experience in ophthalmology (desirable but not essential) Salary & Benefits This role offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package: Private Medical Insurance from day one Health cash plan (including dental, physio & optical) 24/7 Private GP access Life Assurance (3x salary) 24-hour counselling support service Quarterly Lead Vet Bonus Scheme (up to 20% of salary) 5 weeks’ annual leave Bank Holidays (rising to 6 weeks) Additional paid “Day for You” leave £1,500 CPD allowance 3 days paid CPD leave Internal CPD and clinical communities Funded certificate opportunities Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships Sabbatical opportunities Cycle to Work scheme Staff discounts Visa sponsorship (Tier 2) and relocation support available Working Pattern This is a full-time position working 4 days per week with a fair share of weekends. Flexible working patterns can be considered to support work-life balance. Apply Now This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon in Berkshire to join a progressive practice offering excellent facilities, strong clinical support, and genuine career development. For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on or email You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities. To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply. Ref no: JOB-57920