Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Location Yorkshire
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £75,000
Contact name: Nicola Graham

Contact email: nicola@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 928
Published: 16 days ago

Lloyd & Cowan are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established practice set in a charming, Grade II-listed building in Yorkshire. With a dedicated nursing team and a loyal client base already in place, this role offers a fantastic chance to step into a thriving practice without the need to build from scratch.

Located just three miles from Hull’s city centre, the practice offers a village atmosphere while benefiting from excellent transport links. The area has convenient access to the M62, direct rail services to London, and multiple airports including Leeds, East Midlands, Manchester, and Birmingham.

This role provides an excellent platform for career progression within a supportive and growing veterinary community, offering outstanding facilities and a commitment to delivering exceptional care. Flexible working options are available to support work-life balance.

Key Benefits

  • Salary up to £75,000

  • Private medical insurance from day one

  • Health cash plan (dental, physio, optical) with 24/7 private GP service

  • Life assurance (3x salary)

  • 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 6 weeks with service)

  • An additional ‘Day for You’ – a paid personal day

  • Clinical CPD allowance of £1,500 per year with 3 days’ paid leave

  • Funded certificate opportunities

  • Quarterly Lead Vet Contribution Scheme (earn up to 20% additional salary)

  • Paid VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees

  • Sabbatical leave based on length of service

  • Interest-free season ticket loan

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Discounts on veterinary services and products

  • Support for Tier 2 Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance

  • Access to 24-hour counselling services

Skills and Experience

  • RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

  • Proven clinical leadership abilities

  • Committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care

  • Strong understanding of client experience and service excellence

  • Experience fostering a progressive clinical culture

  • Commercial awareness with experience in efficient clinical activity allocation

  • Effective team player and mentor

  • Skilled in coaching and influencing colleagues

This role is ideal for a veterinary professional seeking growth, leadership opportunities, and a supportive environment in which to thrive.

Apply today by sending a CV to Nicola via nicola@lloydandcowan.com

​For a confidential discussion about our opportunities call Nicola on 07936 947875 or email a CV to nicola@lloydandcowan.com

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