Veterinary Surgeon – Branch Partner Opportunity | Thurmaston, Leicestershire

Location: Thurmaston, Leicestershire (Leicester area)
Role Type: Permanent | Branch Partnership | Hospital / Practice Leadership
Guaranteed Earnings: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum for the first 1–3 years
Long-Term Earnings: Profit share plus growing equity value
Working Pattern: Typically a four-day week, rota incorporating ECC / OOH leadership
Holiday: Six weeks' holiday plus bank holidays
Flexibility: Full time, with structured rota support and leadership cover

The Opportunity
This is a rare and confidential opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to step into genuine practice ownership within a 24-hour veterinary environment in Leicestershire, while retaining full clinical autonomy and avoiding the financial risk and operational burden traditionally associated with owning a hospital outright. You will become a co-owner of an established and well-positioned clinic, sharing in monthly profits while building real, tangible equity over time. A clear, pre-defined exit structure allows you to realise that value in the future, providing long-term financial security and planning confidence. This is not a franchise and not a salaried lead role. It is a true partnership model designed for vets who want autonomy, influence and long-term wealth creation while remaining clinically and strategically involved.

The Clinic
This is an established 24-hour small animal practice serving Thurmaston, Leicester and the wider Leicestershire area. The clinic offers:

• A spacious layout with three consulting rooms

• Dedicated theatre facilities supporting a varied surgical caseload

• Advanced dental facilities including dental x-ray

• Endoscopy equipment

• A broad mix of medical, surgical and emergency cases

• A loyal and long-standing client base with clear growth potential

This is a clinic with strong foundations that is ready for a confident leader to take the 24-hour service to the next level.

Team & Culture

• Dedicated and compassionate veterinary, nursing and support teams in place

• Strong reputation for going the extra mile for patients and clients

• Supportive, collaborative working environment with a hospital mindset

• The ideal candidate will bring:

  • Strong clinical and medical standards

  • Confidence working in a busy hospital or ECC environment

  • Leadership ambition and ownership mindset

  • Positive energy and an approachable leadership style

  • A team-first attitude

Personality and cultural fit are as important as clinical experience for this opportunity.

Guaranteed Earnings & Financial Support (Early Years)
To support your transition into ownership, the partnership includes:

• Guaranteed earnings of £65,000 – £75,000 per year for the first 1–3 years, dependent on experience and clinic profile

• Ongoing Branch Partner drawings and monthly profit share thereafter

• A structure designed to provide financial security while equity value builds

How the Branch Partnership Model Works

• True co-ownership of an established veterinary practice

• Typical equity stake of circa 40%, depending on valuation and structure

• Minimum 10% personal investment upfront

• Up to 30% funding support available, provided as a loan if required (subject to approval)

• Monthly profit share aligned to equity percentage

• Equity value increases year on year as the clinic develops

• Structured exit opportunities every two years, with equity sold back at a pre-agreed multiple

This model allows you to build substantial long-term value alongside your clinical career.

Clinical Autonomy & Leadership
You will:

• Retain full clinical autonomy within the clinic

• Lead day-to-day clinical and operational decision-making

• Oversee a busy hospital with diverse medical, surgical and ECC caseloads

• Mentor and develop vets and nurses

• Shape clinical standards, service development and hospital culture

This role is ideal for senior vets who want ownership-level influence without stepping away from clinical work.

Business & Operational Support
No prior ownership or commercial experience is required. Comprehensive support is provided across:

• Finance, forecasting and performance reporting

• HR, payroll and compliance

• Health & safety and governance

• Procurement, facilities and systems

• Marketing and operational infrastructure

This allows you to focus on leadership, clinical excellence and service development.

Who This Role Is Ideal For
This opportunity would suit:

• An experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

• A vet comfortable in a hospital or 24-hour environment

• A confident GP with ECC interest or advanced clinical exposure

• Someone seeking ownership, leadership and long-term financial security

Applicants must be RCVS registered and have the right to work in the UK. Visa support may be available, subject to criteria. No previous partnership experience is required.

Next Steps – Confidential Conversation
All enquiries are handled confidentially and discreetly. An initial discussion will allow you to explore whether Branch Partnership aligns with your career goals, discuss the Leicestershire hospital opportunity in detail, review earnings, equity and funding options, and decide whether to progress — with no obligation at any stage.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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