Lead Veterinary Surgeon West Kensington, Greater London

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to step into a Lead role within a busy, multi-vet small animal practice in West Kensington, London. This is a full-time, permanent position offering clinical leadership, a varied surgical caseload and access to 24-hour hospital facilities.

Key Highlights

• Salary between £60,000 and £75,000 per year, depending on experience.

• Full-time Lead Veterinary Surgeon position.

• Established multi-vet practice with a large and loyal client base.

• Strong surgical caseload with excellent referral support.

• Access to a nearby 24-hour hospital with advanced diagnostics and equipment.

Key Details

• Role: Lead Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: West Kensington, Greater London.

• Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week.

• Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 per year.

• Rota: 1 in 6 weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step into leadership while remaining hands-on clinically. You'll play a key role in shaping clinical standards, mentoring colleagues and delivering consistently high-quality care to a loyal client base.

The position offers the autonomy to lead day-to-day clinical activity within the practice, supported by a strong regional network and access to advanced hospital-level facilities when needed.

The Practice

The practice benefits from:

• A multi-vet, experienced clinical team.

• A large, established and engaged client base.

• Regular surgical caseload with case continuity.

• Close links to a 24-hour hospital offering high-tech equipment and specialist support.

The Role

• Lead clinical standards and day-to-day veterinary activity.

• Deliver exceptional clinical care in consults and surgery.

• Prepare and implement tailored treatment plans with clients.

• Support, mentor and develop the veterinary and nursing teams.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider network.

• Maintain high standards of regulatory, clinical and operational compliance.

• Contribute to clinical development and best practice across the region.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon.

• Strong background in small animal medicine and surgery.

• Previous leadership experience or readiness to step into a Lead role.

• Confident communicator with a collaborative leadership style.

• Passion for clinical excellence and client-focused care.

Location Highlights

• Based in West Kensington, Greater London.

• Excellent public transport links across London.

• Leafy streets, riverside walks and a strong local community.

• Easy access to Hammersmith, Chelsea and central London.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £60,000 to £75,000 per year, depending on experience.

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one.

• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support.

• Life assurance (3 × salary).

• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Additional paid "Day for You”.

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days.

• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD.

• Funded certificates and structured career pathways.

• Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA fees.

• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available.

• Sabbatical options based on length of service.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Season ticket loans.

• Staff discounts on veterinary products and services.

What's Next

If you're a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a Lead role in West Kensington, London, offering clinical autonomy, leadership responsibility and a salary of up to £75,000, get in touch 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?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any questions before applying, or if this role isn't quite right for you, feel free to contact the Vet Seekers team to chat through your veterinary career aspirations in confidence.

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