Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Shrewsbury(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
December 31, 2025
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

A Senior Veterinary Role With Purpose and Real Influence

This is not a role for someone who simply wants to be the most senior clinician on the rota.

This opportunity is designed for an experienced veterinary surgeon who values leadership as much as clinical excellence—someone who wants the authority, trust, and time to shape standards, mentor people, and influence outcomes across an entire hospital.

If you are motivated by improving how care is delivered, supporting teams to thrive, and building a sustainable clinical culture, this role offers the space and backing to do exactly that.

The Hospital Environment

You will join a large, purpose-built 24-hour veterinary hospital in Shrewsbury, created around a clear mission: delivering accessible, high-quality veterinary care without compromising professional standards or staff wellbeing.

The hospital operates with a strong, established leadership structure. As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will work closely with an experienced Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, forming a collaborative leadership triad that guides clinical quality, people development, and operational effectiveness.

Rather than constant firefighting, the emphasis is on clinical governance, coaching, and thoughtful leadership.

Facilities Built for High-Quality Medicine

The hospital has been designed to support proper clinical decision-making and a varied caseload, including:

  • Two fully equipped operating theatres, including one for advanced procedures
  • A dedicated dental suite
  • Separate dog and cat wards, with a strong feline-friendly approach
  • Five consulting rooms
  • A clinical team that includes certificate holders in surgery

Your Role as Lead Veterinary Surgeon

In this role, you will:

  • Define, implement, and uphold clinical standards across the hospital
  • Coach and mentor veterinary surgeons at different stages of their careers
  • Lead clinical meetings and governance discussions with confidence
  • Partner with management on performance reviews, KPIs, and financial awareness
  • Promote ethical, patient-first decision-making, supported by transparent pricing and free consultations, rather than sales targets
  • All clinical practice aligns with RCVS standards and professional conduct guidance

Your First Six Months

Month 1

  • Build relationships with the team
  • Learn hospital workflows and systems
  • Establish trust through visible, hands-on leadership

By Month 3

  • Lead clinical standards and governance processes
  • Deliver one-to-one coaching and performance support
  • Contribute to operational and efficiency discussions

By Month 6

Salary, Time & Work-Life Balance

  • Salary up to £73,544
  • 40 hours across a 4-day working week
  • 2 in 9 weekends
  • 6 weeks’ annual leave
  • All working arrangements comply with UK Working Time Regulations

Professional Development & Registration Support

  • Fully funded CPD
  • Support to complete VetGDP, where required
  • RCVS and VDS fees paid

Wellbeing, Security & Family Support

Additional Benefits

  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Electric car scheme
  • Staff discounts and Vivup platform access
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • The Candor Vets Approach

Candor Vets focuses on long-term fit, not quick placements. We take the time to understand what matters to you professionally and personally, and we only introduce opportunities that genuinely align with your goals.

Interested in a Confidential Conversation?

If this sounds like a role where you could make a meaningful clinical and leadership impact, we’d welcome a confidential, no-pressure discussion.

Job Reference: LVS005

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