Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Peterborough
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £60,000 to £75,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 August 2025 |
| Location: | PE1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-54533-20726 |
Summary
Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Peterborough
• Work with cutting edge facilities including digital x-ray, advanced ultrasound with doppler, endoscopy, and a fully equipped dental suite
• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of vets, RVNs, and support staff, driving clinical excellence and mentoring colleagues in a supportive environment
• Enjoy a varied and engaging caseload while influencing the clinic’s growth, blending hands-on clinical work with meaningful leadership
• Step into a pivotal Lead Vet role with a salary of up to £75,000 DOE and a generous benefits package, shaping the future of a thriving Peterborough practice
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a talented, passionate team? This modern multi vet small animal practice in Peterborough is seeking a dynamic Lead Veterinary Surgeon to inspire, develop and guide their growing team. With high output digital x-ray, advanced ultrasound with doppler and cardiology software, endoscopy and a fully equipped dental suite with dental x-ray, the practice has everything you need to deliver exceptional care while driving clinical standards forward.
You’ll be joining a friendly and collaborative team made up of 2 experienced Vets, 2 RVNs, a VCA and 2 CCAs, all committed to providing gold-standard treatment and an outstanding client experience. This is a role where your leadership skills will shine — you’ll mentor and support your colleagues, share best practices, and help shape a progressive and positive clinical culture. With a varied caseload and a supportive environment, there’s plenty of opportunity to grow your own expertise and develop the practice’s offering.
Whether you bring a medical bias to complement the existing team or you’re an all-rounder, your ability to lead with empathy and clarity will help this practice continue to thrive. Working closely with the Practice Manager, you’ll also have the chance to influence the commercial direction of the clinic, making strategic decisions that balance outstanding care with operational success.
This is more than just a vet role — it’s your chance to step into a key leadership position, build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients, and leave your mark on a practice that values innovation, collaboration, and excellent patient care!
The Rota:
• Full time position
Benefits:
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service
• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Generous CPD allowance
• Private medical insurance
• RCVS, VDS + BVA fees covered
• Funded certificate opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Plus much more!
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email w.kovach-ward@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
Ref : JOB-54533