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. Are you looking at working in a vibrant part of London ? Village Vet Maida Vale is a multi-vet practice that is seeking a new Lead Veterinary Surgeon with three plus years experience, to join this established team in beautiful West London. The practice is well equipped with digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound and dedicated operating theatre. You will be working alongside an experienced and enthusiastic team dedicated to providing excellent care to their clients. The practice is situated in a fantastic area of London with dedicated clients and a fantastic high street. You will see routine and more complex consultations, GP level surgery, dentistry and imaging and working with this spectacular team in continuing to provide great clinical standards and client care. We strive to offer great working rota with flexibility and a focus on good work-life balance. We are looking for the following skills: Three plus years experience Great teamwork and receptiveness to learn Ability to manage and drive a successful team Grow the practice and bond the client base Mentor a fellow veterinary associate Independent consulting skills Problem-based, logical case approach Sound surgical and dentistry skills. We are supported by local Village vet branches and by London Veterinary Specialists where we have a CT machine and have specialists in internal medicine, imaging, oncology, ophthalmology, dermatology and surgery to provide support with or accept referrals for very complex cases that need more than advanced primary care knowledge. This role comes with an excellent rota 4/5 day week including 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9am-1pm). Benefits Sponsorship available Great rota Village Vet bonus scheme Certificates encouraged and funding available 5 weeks holiday bank holidays birthday leave RCVS and VDS fees paid External CPD funded Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave Wellness program including: Employee assistance program Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual flu jab Cycle to work scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme. Our Vision: ' To be recognised as an exceptional and trusted provider of primary veterinary care to our patients and clients within the communities that we serve. Every patient, every client, every visit .' Village Vet is a progressive, forward-thinking, premium veterinary group with small and medium-sized first opinion practices, four large 24-hour hospitals and a referral centre. Village Vet is based in London, Hertfordshire and Cambridge. We believe in supporting and investing in our staff, investing in our facilities and ensuring that our clients and their pets receive only the very best, modern first opinion or specialist care. Our staff are motivated and encouraged to gain additional certificates across all levels of employment and we offer career progression within our group. We have a strong recognisable brand and we are looking for people who share our vision and our culture. We have over 330 staff members across our 32 sites and are very proud of our achievements and our reputation in the veterinary profession. The nearest tube station to this practice is present on a busy high street with a multitude of shops, with the closest tube station being Warwick Avenue, based on the Bakerloo line At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone. Salary Value:£70,000 per annum; Salary Description:Up to, depending on experience; 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 or please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careerslinnaeusgroup.co.uk