Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice Small Animal Practice | South West London, UK £65,000 – £80,000 DOE | Full-Time | No OOH Who They Are I’m working with a progressive, independent veterinary practice in South West London, known for its strong surgical caseload and excellent clinical standards. With continued growth and investment, the practice offers a modern, well-equipped environment alongside a supportive and collaborative team culture. What makes this opportunity particularly unique is the addition of a dedicated cat-exclusive clinic alongside the main site, allowing for a diverse and interesting caseload. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon looking to further develop their surgical skills while maintaining a healthy balance between consults and surgical procedures. What You’ll Do Carry out comprehensive clinical examinations, including advanced assessments and diagnostics Perform routine and more complex surgical procedures, with opportunities to develop in orthopaedics and advanced soft tissue surgery Manage a varied caseload across both consulting and dedicated surgical days Deliver high standards of care in line with RCVS best practice guidelines Work closely with an experienced clinical team to ensure excellent patient and client outcomes Support and mentor less experienced vets where appropriate What You’ll Gain From Them Competitive salary of £65,000 – £80,000, depending on experience 4-day working week (approx. 40 hours) 1 in 4 Saturdays (9am–1pm only) No out-of-hours or bank holiday requirements 6 weeks holiday (pro rata) plus birthday leave Funded and encouraged CPD, with support for further development Optional private healthcare Cycle to work scheme Exposure to a varied caseload, including: Routine and complex surgical procedures Orthopaedics and advanced soft tissue (where desired) Dedicated surgical days for focused development Access to excellent facilities, including advanced imaging and a fully equipped in-house lab Structured consults with 20-minute appointments and protected admin/catch-up time A highly experienced leadership team and genuinely supportive working environment What They’re Looking For Clinical Expertise – Strong surgical and consulting capability Criteria: Minimum of 5 years’ UK experience with confidence in routine procedures and diagnostics Advanced Surgical Interest – Desire to develop surgical skills further Criteria: Interest or experience in orthopaedics or complex soft tissue surgery is highly desirable Client Communication – Clear and professional approach Criteria: Ability to explain treatment plans and build strong client relationships Team Collaboration & Leadership – Supportive and proactive mindset Criteria: Experience working within a team environment and mentoring junior colleagues Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Strong clinical judgement Criteria: Ability to manage a varied caseload and make sound, evidence-based decisions What’s Next If you’re interested in exploring this opportunity, I’d be happy to arrange a confidential discussion. perry.ward@gvcvets.com 01392 401 078 Applications will be reviewed promptly, with next steps including an initial conversation followed by interview.