Job Title: Clinical Director – Small Animal Practice
Location: North Cheam, South London
Hours: Full-time.

(Early shifts: 7:30am–3:30pm / 8:00am–4:00pm. 

Late shifts: 10:00am–8:00pm.

Weekends to be discussed.)
Practice: Maven Veterinary Care
Salary: Up to £80,000 DOE

Maven Veterinary Care is a multi-award-winning, 100% small animal practice in South London. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead our clinical team, maintain and elevate our high standards, and help shape the future direction of the practice. This is a senior role for someone who thrives in a high-performing, collaborative environment and wants to take the next step in their career while being supported by a secure and progressive organization.

Why join us?

• Multi-award-winning practice with five “Outstanding” RCVS Practice Standards Awards
• Gold Cat Friendly Clinic, Dog Friendly accreditation and RWAF Silver status
• Proven, high-performing team with certificate holders across medicine, surgery and ophthalmology
• Purpose-built, recently refurbished hospital with dedicated ultrasound, x-ray and dentistry suites and two large operating theatres
• Separate dog and cat waiting areas and wards to ensure optimal patient care
• Out-of-hours care delivered onsite by Vets Now, providing continuity without the OOH burden
• No out-of-hours or Bank Holiday working
• Structured rota with three early finishes per week and protected admin time
• Opportunity to influence clinical direction, service development, and team growth
• Stable leadership and operational support allowing focus on strategic and clinical impact

The practice & team

 Maven Veterinary Care is a purpose-built, single-site hospital recognized for its clinical excellence and high standards of patient care. With five “Outstanding” RCVS Practice Standards Awards and Gold Cat Friendly status, this is a practice that has already achieved a great deal and now seeks a Clinical Director to build on that success and drive further development.

Facilities include dedicated ultrasound, x-ray and dentistry suites, two large operating theatres, and separate dog and cat waiting areas and wards. This enables thorough case work-up, continuity of care, and the opportunity to maintain high clinical standards.

The clinical team is experienced and capable, with certificate holders across medicine, surgery and ophthalmology. There is a strong culture of case discussion, shared decision-making, and mentoring, supported by a highly skilled nursing team and an established leadership structure. This provides a secure platform for a Clinical Director to focus on progression and innovation rather than remediation.

Out-of-hours care is provided onsite by Vets Now, keeping complex cases in-house, which means access to rewarding clinical work without the OOH commitment.

North Cheam offers the best of both worlds: excellent access into Central London alongside a more relaxed local pace. You are within easy reach of Epsom Downs, Wimbledon and Twickenham, as well as the Surrey countryside including Box Hill. Strong transport links, family-friendly amenities, and proximity to Heathrow and Gatwick make this location both practical and desirable.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to step into a leadership position where their influence is real, their decisions shape the practice, and their expertise is valued.

What we’re looking for

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with significant small animal experience, with around 5-7 + years UK experience.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally within a clinical setting
• Strong clinical skills with a commitment to excellence
• Ideally holds, or is working towards, a certificate in a relevant discipline
• Ability to mentor and develop colleagues, fostering a collaborative team culture
• Proactive, decisive and forward-thinking
• Comfortable balancing clinical responsibilities with strategic leadership
• Desire to influence service development and clinical progression
• Positive and professional approach, with excellent communication skills
• Someone ready to step up and make a tangible difference in a high-performing, secure practice

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   and 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 , and Free annual Flu jab   

• Cycle to work scheme   

Maven is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.  

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. 

If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with Joanne in the recruitment team at [email protected] 

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