Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Wiltshire, £75K Salary, Leadership Role

Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Location: Wiltshire
Permanent | Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join a progressive and highly respected veterinary practice in Wiltshire.

This leadership role offers the chance to work closely with an established Clinical Director, providing both clinical and strategic support within a modern, multi-site, RCVS-accredited practice environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high clinical standards, supporting team development, and shaping the future direction of patient care across the practice.

With excellent facilities, a highly skilled clinical team, and a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement, this position is ideally suited to a Veterinary Surgeon looking to further develop their leadership career.

The Role

• Full-time position
• 38-hour working week across 4 days
• Weekend rota averaging approximately 2 hours per week
• Opportunity to combine clinical responsibilities with leadership and mentoring duties

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers:

• The opportunity to gain valuable leadership and strategic management experience
• Close collaboration with senior leadership, ideal for those aspiring to future Clinical Director roles
• Involvement in shaping clinical governance, service standards, and team development
• A progressive and supportive working environment with modern facilities and high clinical standards
• The chance to influence patient outcomes, client experience, and colleague development within a large, experienced team

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care across a varied caseload
• Provide support to the Clinical Director and deputise when required
• Promote and model strong clinical leadership within the team
• Support high standards of communication, case management, and patient care
• Assist in the development and mentoring of colleagues
• Confidently and professionally manage client concerns when required
• Effectively manage workload and clinical priorities

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical expertise
• Demonstrate leadership capability and excellent interpersonal skills
• Be passionate about clinical excellence and team development
• Enjoy mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Thrive within a collaborative and progressive practice environment
• Be motivated by long-term career progression and leadership opportunities

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000, depending on experience
• 6.6 weeks’ paid holiday including Bank Holidays
• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum, with enhanced support for certificate holders
• Health and wellbeing cash plan
• RCVS membership paid plus two additional professional memberships
• VDS cover included
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Retail, travel, and entertainment discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Annual salary reviews
• Strong focus on employee wellbeing
• Excellent career progression opportunities and leadership development support

Location

Based in Wiltshire, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to surrounding countryside, major cities, and commuter routes, offering an excellent balance between professional opportunity and lifestyle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step into a meaningful senior clinical leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking practice.

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