Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Sponsorship Jobs UK; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused veterinary organization in Shrewsbury is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to guide and support a team in a well-equipped 24/7 facility. This role combines clinical leadership with team development, ensuring high standards of care in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a passion for mentoring. The position offers impressive benefits, including 6 weeks of annual leave and private healthcare, helping to foster a supportive workplace for both staff and pets.

Benefits

6 weeks’ annual leave

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in veterinary practice.
• Interest in business performance and service improvement.
• Ability to develop and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the veterinary team through mentoring.
• Maintain and develop high clinical and governance standards.
• Support operational performance via KPIs and P&L.
• Deliver excellent patient care and communication.

Skills

Strong clinical capability

Confident leadership skills

Excellent communication

Experience leading meetings

Education

VetGDP qualification

Job description

# Lead Veterinary Surgeon(UK Visa Sponsorship)### Job Description## The OpportunityAnimal Trust is looking for an experienced and people-focused Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our busy 24-hour Shrewsbury Hospital. This role is ideal for a vet who enjoys combining clinical excellence with leadership, mentoring and collaboration.As Lead Vet, you will guide and support a team of veterinary surgeons, ensuring consistently high standards of care through coaching, clinical oversight and professional development. Alongside this, you’ll help foster a supportive, inclusive workplace that reflects the core values of Animal Trust.### Your Role in the HospitalWorking closely with the Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, you’ll play a central role in the hospital’s day-to-day operations and long-term success. Your responsibilities will include contributing to operational performance, reviewing key metrics, and supporting sustainable service delivery.**Shrewsbury Hospital is a well-equipped, 24/7 facility with:*** Separate dog and cat wards to support feline-friendly care* Two operating theatres, including one for advanced procedures* A dedicated dental suite* Five consulting rooms supporting a varied caseload* A strong clinical team, including certificate holders in surgery* You’ll work with both inpatients and emergency cases, within a collaborative environment that values quality care and teamwork.### What You’ll Be Doing* Lead and support the veterinary team through mentoring and coaching* Maintain and develop high clinical and governance standards* Chair and contribute to clinical governance and team meetings* Support operational performance through engagement with KPIs and P&L* Conduct 1-to-1 meetings and support performance management* Deliver excellent patient care and client communication### About YouWe’re looking for someone who brings:* Strong clinical capability with a passion for developing others* Confident and compassionate leadership skills* Excellent communication with clients and colleagues* Experience leading meetings and supporting clinical governance* VetGDP qualification (or willingness to complete)* An interest in business performance and service improvement (desirable, not essential)**Rota*** 40 hours across a 4-day working week* 2 weekends in every 9**Benefits & Rewards*** Time Off* 6 weeks’ annual leave**Health & Wellbeing*** 52 weeks’ sickness benefit* Private healthcare#### Free Employee Assistance Programme* Professional Support* RCVS and VDS fees fully covered* Funded CPD**Lifestyle & Financial*** Cycle to Work scheme* Electric Car (E-Car) scheme* Staff and store discounts via Vivup* Contributory pension scheme**Family & Additional Support*** Enhanced maternity and paternity pay* Access to counselling services (mental health, financial and life support after 12 months)#### About Animal TrustAnimal Trust is a Community Interest Company (CIC) and not-for-profit veterinary organisation. Our purpose is simple: to make veterinary treatment accessible and affordable for all pets.We reinvest the majority of our surplus back into our people, facilities and patient care. Through free consultations and transparent pricing, we help remove financial barriers so pets can receive the treatment they need — without compromise.#### Equality & InclusionAnimal Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive.**Professional, Employment & Visa Information (UK Government Sources)**Skilled Worker visa – eligibility and overviewSkilled Worker visa salary thresholds and occupation codesRight to work in the UK – official guidanceUK statutory employment rights and holiday entitlementIf you’re looking for a leadership role where you can genuinely influence clinical standards, support a talented team, and help make veterinary care more accessible — we’d love to hear from you.LocationExperience4 Year