Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Job Title:

Veterinary Surgeon

Practice:

Vet4Life

Location:

Surbiton, Shepperton and Teddington (Southwest London/Surrey)

Role type:

Permanent

Salary:

From 48,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Hours:

Full-time 38.3-hour working week over 4 weekdays (Monday-Friday) with a set day off each week. 1 in 4 Saturdays (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) 1 in 12 Sundays (10:00 am - 4:00 pm). No out-of-hours (OOH) responsibilities.

We are looking for an experienced, full-time veterinary surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in Southwest London/Surrey!

You'll enjoy the independence to manage your own cases, while also having access to guidance from colleagues with a wide range of expertise, including certificate holders. We value collaboration but equally respect your clinical autonomy.


Work-life balance is very important to us, and our carefully structured rota is designed with this in mind. Outside of work, our team enjoys regular social activities, from quiz nights to seasonal events such as Easter egg hunts, Halloween parties, and summer and Christmas celebrations.


Vet4Life is a modern, well-established first-opinion small animal practice, located on the Surrey/Middlesex border. We're within walking distance of the Southwestern train line, making London easily accessible. With three sites across Surbiton, Teddington, and Shepperton, we are proud to be RCVS-accredited and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an endoscope, laparoscopic kit, ultrasound scanner, CR radiography, Class 4 laser, and a fully equipped in-house lab.


Vet4life has a wonderful team of 10 vets. team includes vets and nurses with certificates in emergency and critical care, advanced veterinary practice, small animal surgery, small animal medicine, surgical nursing, and consulting. We also have special interests across dermatology, cardiology, exotics, and wellbeing, making our practice a diverse and stimulating place to work.


We are committed to providing an environment where our people can thrive. We encourage and support professional development with well-funded CPD and career progression opportunities. Above all, we believe that providing the best care for our clients and their pets starts with ensuring our team has the tools, resources, and supportive environment they need to excel.

Example weekday shifts: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm or 10:00 am - 7:30 pm

What We're Looking For:

An

RCVS registered veterinary surgeon

with 3 years + experience in first-opinion practice. Someone who values both

clinical independence

and

team collaboration

. A professional who is passionate about delivering

high-quality care

to clients and their pets. A team player who enjoys contributing to a

positive and inclusive workplace culture

. Interest in developing a

clinical specialism

or pursuing further qualifications is welcomed and supported.

What we offer

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave RCVS and VDS fees paid External CPD funded Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme Wellness program including: Employee assistance program Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual Flu jab Cycle to work scheme

To apply, find out more information, or arrange a confidential chat contact Natalie at

Nataliejay.Shoemark@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

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We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk