Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Muswell Hill, Greater London
Permanent | Full-time | Visa Sponsorship Available
The Vet Office is recruiting on behalf of a well-established small animal practice in Muswell Hill, Greater London, which is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step in their career as Lead Veterinary Surgeon.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibility, guiding a skilled and supportive team while shaping the future direction of a busy, community-focused practice.
The Practice
Located in the heart of Muswell Hill, this purpose-built clinic benefits from a loyal client base and a varied, interesting caseload.
Facilities include:
* Digital X-ray
* Ultrasound
* Dental facilities
* In-house laboratory
You will work alongside a close-knit and experienced nursing and reception team, with access to certificate support and referral-level facilities at nearby 24-hour hospitals.
The Role
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will be responsible for the clinical leadership of the practice, ensuring exceptional standards of patient and client care while maintaining full compliance with regulatory and professional requirements.
You will work closely with the Practice Manager, contributing not only to clinical excellence but also to the growth and commercial success of the practice. This role offers genuine influence at both clinical and strategic level.
Working pattern:
* 4-day working week (9:00–19:00 with a 1-hour lunch break)
* 1 in 6 full weekends
This position is ideally suited to a vet with a minimum of 4 years UK experience, confident in routine surgery, diagnostics and case management, and motivated to develop leadership skills.
Whats on Offer
Health & Wellbeing
* Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
* 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
* Life assurance (typically 3x annual salary)
Annual Leave
* 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Additional paid personal day (Day for You)
* Increased entitlement with length of service
Learning & Development
* £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days paid CPD leave
* Access to clinical communities, internal CPD and 24-hour hospitals
* Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways
Additional Support
* Lead Vet contribution scheme
* RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
* Relocation support available
* Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
* Sabbatical options based on length of service
Lifestyle Benefits
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Season ticket loans
* Staff discounts on veterinary products and services
About You
* Qualified Veterinary Surgeon
* MRCVS registered or eligible for registration
* Minimum 4 years UK clinical experience
* Confident clinician with strong communication skills
* Passionate about mentoring, leadership and clinical excellence
* Motivated to make a real impact within a supportive practice environment
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality clinical care in consultations and surgery
* Provide clinical leadership and support to the veterinary team
* Develop tailored treatment plans with clients
* Maintain high standards of clinical, regulatory and operational compliance
* Inspire, mentor and support colleagues in their professional development
To apply, please send your CV to:
info@thevetoffice.com REF: Lead Vet London