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Lead on practice strategy and annual business planning Deliver commercial targets and continuous improvement initiatives Engage the team in business goals and share best practice across the area
Ensure full regulatory compliance and high clinical standards Foster a culture of ongoing professional development and improvement
Champion outstanding service and client engagement
Build and maintain an engaged, high-performing team Ensure the right resources are in place to meet clinical and client needs Maintain a safe, compliant, and supportive working environment
Manage the full P&L and deliver on budget commitments
Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a management or leadership role Business Acumen & Results-Driven Mindset: Strong understanding of business operations, financial management, and strategic planning. Qualified Veterinary Surgeon Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, and external partners. Problem-Solving: Ability to manage conflict, solve problems quickly, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment. Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, especially when managing multiple sites or teams.
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 Vet - Small Animal
Kingswood Vets, Woking, South East
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Up to £75,000 DOE
Salary upto £75,000 DOE | Relocation Allowance up to £8,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £5,000
As Lead Vet, you will work closely with your clinical and support teams, you’ll drive high standards of care while achieving commercial success and maintaining a positive, supportive culture. You’ll play a key role in shaping the strategic and clinical direction of the practice, ensuring Kingswood continues to deliver exceptional client and patient care.
Why Work at Kingswood Vets
Kingswood Vets is a long-standing practice at the heart of the local community in Woking, with a sister branch in Chertsey. In 2018, we moved into a purpose-built hospital with four consult rooms, two theatres, dental and imaging suites, and separate dog and cat wards. We see a great mix of well-insured clients who want the best for their pets, alongside fulfilling charity work for the RSPCA and others.
A fantastic work-life balance: full-time role typically 40 hours/week across 4 days, with 1:4 Saturday morning (08:00–14:00). Part-time applications considered.
Our close-knit team includes nine vets, five RVNs, four student nurses, and a superb support crew. Among them are certificate holders in surgery, dentistry, imaging, and ophthalmology, plus visiting specialists in cardiology and orthopaedics.
Location: Woking offers easy access to the Surrey Hills, RHS Garden Wisley, and fast transport links to London and the coast. Heathrow, Gatwick, the M3, and M25 are all close by.
Key Accountabilities
Business & Growth
Clinical Excellence
Client Experience
Team & Culture
Financial Accountability
What are we looking for
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.
Kingswood Vets, Woking
Sherpa House, Kingfield Road, GU22 9EH, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
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.