Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Grange Hill Vets, Lichfield

We are recruiting a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our practice in Lichfield, West Midlands.

How You'll Make a Difference

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will be the most senior veterinary clinician within the practice, responsible for leading clinical standards, governance, and the delivery of outstanding patient and client care. You will provide clinical leadership to the veterinary team, oversee complex cases, and act as the primary source of clinical guidance and decision making within the practice. Working closely with the senior practice leadership team, you'll support the strategic direction of the practice and drive continuous improvement in clinical quality, outcomes and ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical standards and governance.
• Oversee complex cases and provide clinical guidance.
• Support and develop the veterinary team, including mentoring new graduates.
• Partner with practice leadership to influence growth and operational strategy.
• Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and manage clinical complaints.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS, with significant experience in small or mixed animal practice, including advanced surgical and medical capability.
• Proven experience in mentoring, coaching, and supporting veterinary colleagues.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision making skills.
• Experience contributing to or leading clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• The ability to manage clinical complaints and provide professional guidance in complex situations.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of patient and client care.

Benefits

• Paid annual Care Fund of £1,250 for each vet.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy.
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies).
• Retail discounts and cashback offers.
• Reduced cost veterinary care for your own pets.
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles.
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres.
• Experienced mentors and regional clinical coaches within a collaborative culture.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.