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Opportunities for further leadership training and development Supportive relocation options and an idyllic location near coast & moors Flexible rota pattern – Full and or part time (minimum of 30 hours), 4 or 5 day week
MRCVS-qualified with strong clinical experience Proven leadership skills or ambition to lead a team Confident in managing clinical standards and protocols Solid understanding of practice operations and finances Excellent communication and team development abilities Familiarity with HR processes, compliance, and wellbeing initiatives Committed to continuous improvement and clinical excellence
6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
£1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet 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
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Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Beaumont Veterinary Centre, South West
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to £85,000 DOE
Salary up to £85,000 DOE
Welcome Bonus up to £5,000
Relocation Allowance up to £5,000
Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to step into a leadership role where your clinical insight, and strategic vision will make a real impact? Join Beaumont Vets as our new Lead Vet and help shape the future of our thriving practice.
Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia
At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.
Lead The Future Of Veterinary Care
You’ll oversee all clinical aspects of the practice, ensuring high standards of care aligned with RCVS guidance, industry regulations, and IVC Evidensia best practices. Key responsibilities include clinical governance, protocol implementation, audits, quality improvement, and mentoring the team.
This is a leadership role that requires advanced clinical expertise, strong decision-making, and a commitment to continuous improvement - driving both operational excellence and outstanding patient care and you’ll hold personal and team-wide accountability, in line with the Veterinary Surgeon role profile and RCVS standards.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, we would love to hear from you!
Who we are
Nestled just outside the vibrant and rapidly growing city of Exeter, Beaumont Vets offers the perfect blend of modern veterinary practice and a welcoming, community feel. With laparoscopy equipment, surgical and therapeutic lasers, and regular clinical discussions, we create an environment where our team can develop, collaborate, and deliver exceptional patient care.
What We Offer
What you’ll bring?
You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance
Work-life Balance & Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
Colleague Benefits
Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
Beaumont Veterinary Centre
31 Main Road, Pinhoe, EX4 9EY, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Exotic Friendly
Chicken Friendly
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Michael Middleton from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.