Lead Veterinary Surgeon / Co-Owner Opportunity - South West
| Posting date: | 07 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £60,000 to £120,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 June 2026 |
| Location: | BS31 1JL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-58189-20726 |
Summary
Lead Veterinary Surgeon / Co-Owner Opportunity
Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal Practice
Well-Connected Suburban Area on the Outskirts of a Major Southwest City
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to step into a Lead Veterinary Surgeon / Co-Owner position within a well-established small animal practice in a thriving suburban location on the outskirts of a major Southwest city.
This respected two-vet practice has been built over more than 30 years by its current owner, who has developed a loyal and longstanding client base and is now looking to take a step back and welcome a new clinical leader into the business. The role offers the rare chance to combine clinical leadership with genuine practice ownership potential, all while benefiting from a superb support network behind the practice.
About the Role
The successful candidate will take ownership of the clinic’s day-to-day operations, leading and inspiring the team while shaping clinical standards and driving excellence in patient care.
This is an ideal opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to progress into leadership and practice ownership without feeling isolated. Extensive support is available through a collaborative partnership network, including mentorship, clinical guidance, and access to experienced professionals. Out-of-hours care is fully supported via a local emergency hub, ensuring a healthy work-life balance and strong clinical backup when needed.
Previous business ownership experience is not required. The practice is seeking a vet with strong clinical skills, ambition, leadership potential, and a vision for the future of the practice.
About the Practice
This friendly and established small animal practice is equipped with excellent onsite facilities, including:
• In-house laboratory
• Digital X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Access to referral specialists when required
The practice has built an excellent reputation within the local community and continues to enjoy a loyal and growing client base.
The Ideal Candidate
The practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who:
• Enjoys building strong client relationships
• Is passionate about high clinical standards and patient care
• Has leadership ambitions and enjoys mentoring others
• Wants to play an active role in shaping the future of a practice
• Is interested in long-term progression and potential co-ownership
Why Join?
• Rare Lead Vet / Co-Owner opportunity
• Established client base built over 30 years
• Strong support network and mentorship
• Excellent clinical facilities
• Collaborative and friendly environment
• Genuine autonomy with ongoing support
• Well-connected suburban location with excellent transport links and access to city amenities, countryside, and coastline
For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please email or call to discuss further.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com
You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
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 no: JOB-58189