Job Description

Up to 80,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to 5,000 plus Welcome Bonus up to 10,000

Are you an experienced veterinary surgeon looking to step into a clinical leadership role but still with a high caseload of surgery, where you can mentor a team, influence standards, and make a real difference for patients and clients? At Amery Veterinary Group, we're looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to support our vets and nurses, lead on complex cases, and help shape a positive, collaborative culture.
This role gives you the opportunity to take ownership of your clinical work, support your colleagues, and contribute to the ongoing development of our practice--without carrying the full responsibility of a director-level position.

2 bedroom flat will be available in Grayshot from around summer 2026

Key Responsibilities

As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will:

Lead, mentor, and inspire

our clinical team, helping vets and nurses grow their skills and confidence.

Oversee complex cases

, providing second opinions and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Drive clinical excellence

through audits, protocols, and evidence-based best practices.

Champion clinical governance

, ensuring all care meets RCVS guidance and IVC Evidensia standards.

Collaborate with management

to shape service development, implement improvements, and support practice growth.

Foster a positive team culture

, empowering colleagues and encouraging learning, development, and curiosity.

Support CPD and career progression

, enabling your team to reach their full potential.


We're looking for a confident and forward-thinking leader with:MRCVS-qualified with significant experience in small or mixed animal practice. A natural clinical leader, with proven mentoring experience. Confident in surgery, diagnostics, and complex medical cases. Knowledgeable in clinical governance, audits, and RCVS standards. Passionate about exceptional patient care and client experience. Collaborative, resilient, organized, and an excellent communicator.


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.

Find a place to excel

At Amery Veterinary Group, we combine the stability of a long-established practice with a culture of innovation, learning, and support. This role gives you the freedom to make it your own, lead the clinical direction, and build the team you want to work with.Three sites for variety and continuity: Our vets primarily work from one of our two larger sites, with time also spent at a smaller branch. This setup gives you the perfect balance--time to work up cases, build lasting client relationships, and enjoy a varied and interesting caseload. Well-equipped facilities: Separate cat & dog wards, digital radiography, ultrasound (including cardiac probes), dedicated theatres, and Idexx VetLab stations for rapid diagnostics. Flexible working: Options for 4-day weeks plus occasional Saturday mornings, or 5 shorter days--designed to suit your lifestyle. No out-of-hours or on-call


Life in Alton & Surrounds
Nestled near the South Downs National Park, less than an hour from the coast and London, Amery offers a lifestyle that balances work and play. Explore charming villages, enjoy outdoor adventures, and have easy access to London, Gatwick, or Heathrow.

We're proud of our positive, collaborative culture where you'll feel supported, encouraged, and challenged to grow.

You Matter to Us - Your Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays - plus your birthday off Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme


Development1,250 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


Professional MembershipsBVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees


Colleague BenefitsCycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) Retail discounts and cashback offers Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets


Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
Up to 80,000 DOE
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