Senior Vet Surgeon role | North London | Indy Practice | Up to £90,000k DOE

I am working with a Practice in North London who is seeking an experienced Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join the team on a permanent basis. This role has arisen due to upcoming senior‑level changes within the practice and offers the opportunity to play a key part in clinical leadership within a progressive, well‑supported environment. The Role This is a senior‑level, hands‑on clinical position working alongside a team of typically 3–4 vets , with responsibility for maintaining high clinical standards, supporting colleagues, and helping guide the day‑to‑day flow of the practice. The ideal candidate will be: Confident, efficient, and swift with routine procedures Exceptionally professional and well presented Calm, kind, and empathetic, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients from all backgrounds , including a mix of affluent and more financially constrained households Strong skills are required in: Internal medicine Diagnostic imaging , including competence performing heart scans (cardiology certificate not required) Case continuity, follow‑up, and clinical decision‑making Routine soft tissue surgery is expected; advanced surgery is not required . Leadership Expectations This role will suit a vet who: Can work independently and lead by example Is well organised and comfortable structuring the clinical day , including procedure lists Supports and develops the wider clinical and nursing team Engages positively with a young, forward‑thinking leadership approach focused on innovation and technology Rota & Work–Life Balance 40 hours per week on a flexible rota 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:30am–5:00pm) No on‑call or routine OOH Optional continuation of care for your own critical cases if desired (paid or TOIL) The practice supports extended leave, including planned longer holidays Team & Support Highly experienced nursing team: 4 RVNs with Masters or Certificates 2 Nurse Technicians (qualified vets overseas, due to register later this year) 3 VCAs plus overnight VCA cover Collaborative, supportive culture with strong clinical discussion Previously successful long‑term locum cover, highlighting the role’s importance and scope Facilities & Future Development The clinic is extremely well equipped, including: Storz endoscopy & arthroscopy Ultrasound and digital direct X‑ray In‑house IDEXX laboratory Planned installation of CT imaging Planned physiotherapy and rehabilitation facilities Salary & Benefits Salary: £70,000 – £90,000 DOE £1,500 CPD allowance plus paid CPD leave Certificate support encouraged RCVS, BVA and VDS fees paid 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Generous staff pet care discounts About You RCVS‑registered Veterinary Surgeon Senior‑level experience in first‑opinion small animal practice Confident all‑rounder with strong medicine and imaging capability Professional, organised, and emotionally intelligent Committed to high standards of patient care, client service, and team leadership This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Vet looking to step into a key clinical role within a modern, ambitious, and well‑invested independent practice. Interested? Please get in touch with an up to date CV!41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15