Lead Veterinary Surgeon
Hampshire
Clinical Leadership with a Strong Surgical Caseload
Up to £75,000 DOE | Welcome Bonus up to £10,000 | Relocation Allowance up to £5,000
At Lloyd & Cowan Veterinary Recruitment, we are delighted to be working with a well-established small animal practice in Hampshire seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to step into a lead clinical role.
This is an ideal opportunity for a vet who wants to mentor others, influence clinical standards, and take ownership of complex cases—while remaining firmly hands-on and not moving into a full director-level position.
The Role
You will support and guide the veterinary and nursing team while managing a varied and interesting caseload.
Key responsibilities include:
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Mentoring and developing vets and nurses to build confidence and capability
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Leading on complex medical and surgical cases, offering clinical guidance and second opinions
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Driving high standards through clinical governance, audits, and evidence-based protocols
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Ensuring compliance with Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons standards
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Working alongside management to shape service development and continuous improvement
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Fostering a positive, collaborative culture focused on learning and progression
About You
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MRCVS-qualified with strong experience in small animal (or mixed) practice
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A confident clinician with solid surgical and diagnostic ability
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Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues
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Organised, approachable, and committed to excellent patient and client care
What’s on Offer
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Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
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Welcome bonus up to £10,000
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Relocation allowance up to £5,000
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Two-bedroom accommodation available in Grayshott from summer 2026
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A genuine opportunity to influence clinical direction while maintaining a strong clinical focus
This role would suit an experienced vet looking to take the next step into leadership within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
If you’d like to explore this opportunity in confidence, get in touch and we can talk through the details.