Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Financial

Overview

Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000, relocation allowance up to £8,000 plus Elevate Bonus – 20% of salary paid in month 6, 10% in month 12 + benefits.

Inspiring Vet Care is the UK’s number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals and dedicated to healthier animals and happier owners. This is a rare opportunity to lead the clinical team at Steffan Vets in West Wales, alongside the Practice Director.

The practice is located in a beautiful part of West Wales with access to countryside and coast. This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on veterinary work and staff development within a supportive team including a Director of Practice, two experienced Veterinary Surgeons, a Head RVN, Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, Animal Care Assistants and a dedicated Client Care Team.

This position involves approximately 75% time on clinical caseloads while taking on leadership responsibilities such as mentoring colleagues, supporting clinical standards and driving practice growth.

• Lead and support the clinical team alongside the Practice Director
• Deliver high-quality patient care across consultations and surgery
• Mentor and support less experienced Veterinary Surgeons through case discussions and clinical development
• Help drive clinical standards, team engagement and a positive practice culture
• Contribute to business performance, operational success and sustainable practice growth

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Shifts between 8:00am and 7:00pm Monday-Friday on a rota basis
• Saturday mornings (8:30am-1:30pm) on a rotational basis

• You are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical expertise who enjoys leading others while continuing to deliver exceptional patient care
• RVCS registration (or eligibility) and a veterinary degree
• Experience in clinical practice with confidence in medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Leadership or mentoring experience with a passion for supporting and developing others
• Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets