Lead Veterinary Surgeon
Independent Group – 2 Roles Available
🏥 Hospital & Branch | Shropshire Region
💷 Up to £85,000 DOE | 🕓 4-day week | 🚫 2:9 weekends
CliniHunters is a boutique headhunting consultancy connecting exceptional veterinary professionals with leading independent practices across the UK and Ireland.
We’re proud to partner with a unique, purpose-driven independent veterinary group with a
flagship 24/7 hospital and a nearby branch practice in the Shropshire region. This forward-thinking group reinvests in people, patients, and clinical excellence — creating a genuinely supportive and values-led culture.
We have two fantastic opportunities for experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeons to join this growing team — one to lead within a high-performing hospital environment, and another to head up a progressive local branch. Both roles offer autonomy, clinical freedom, and the chance to make a real impact in a trusted independent setting.
🌟 The Roles
* Lead, mentor, and support a dedicated vet team
* Collaborate with the Practice Manager and Lead Nurse on operations and workflow
* Drive clinical and commercial performance through leadership and teamwork
* Maintain the highest standards of patient care
The hospital site features advanced facilities including two surgical suites (one for complex procedures), a dental theatre, feline-friendly wards, and five consulting rooms supporting orthopaedic and soft-tissue caseloads.
The branch role offers the opportunity to lead a close-knit community practice with full support from the wider hospital team.
🩺 About You
* Confident clinical leader with a passion for people and pets
* Excellent communicator and natural mentor
* VetGDP qualification (or interest in obtaining it)
* Strong interest in clinical governance, performance, and team development
💼 Package & Benefits
* 4-day week, 2:9 weekends
* Up to £85,000 DOE
* 6 weeks’ annual leave
* Funded CPD + RCVS & VDS fees paid
* Private healthcare & Employee Assistance Programme
* Visa sponsorship available
💬 Why Join
Join an independent, purpose-driven veterinary group where care comes before profit. Work with a supportive leadership team that values trust, compassion, and professional growth, in an environment that empowers vets to do their best work.
📩 Apply confidentially: Send your CV or LinkedIn profile to Hywel – HPDL@CliniHunters.co.uk
🐾 CliniHunters – matching clinical excellence with opportunity.
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