Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Financial

Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon

At Inspiring Vet Care, we are the UK’s leading veterinary provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. Our purpose is to deliver healthier animals and happier owners.

Salary up to £75,000 FTE, based on experience; up to £5,000 welcome bonus; up to £8,000 relocation allowance; plus the Elevate Bonus – 20% of salary after six months and 10% after twelve months, in addition to a full benefits package.

• Up to £5,000 welcome bonus paid with your first salary
• Up to £8,000 relocation allowance
• Elevate bonus equivalent to 20% of your annual salary paid after six months
• Elevate bonus equivalent to 10% of your annual salary paid after twelve months
• Dedicated relocation concierge support
• Up to three days’ paid relocation leave

As Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will combine hands‑on clinical work with leadership responsibilities, ensuring outstanding patient care while supporting the development of your colleagues and the continued success of the practice.

• 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 8:00 am and 7:00 pm Monday‑Friday on a rota basis
• Saturday mornings (8:30 am‑1:30 pm) on a rotational basis

• You hold a Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• You have experience in clinical practice, confident in medical and surgical cases
• You possess strong communication skills and can build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• You have leadership or mentoring experience and are passionate about supporting others
• You demonstrate 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

We look forward to supporting your continued development and wellbeing as part of Inspiring Vet Care.