Description
Veterinary Surgeon – Southampton
• Flexible working options – including remote, full-time, and part-time arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Award-winning employer – named one of the UK’s Top 25 Big Companies to Work For
• Modern, well-equipped hospital – with advanced facilities and a supportive, collaborative clinical team
• Focus on impact, not targets – a values-led environment that prioritises patient care and clinical outcomes
• Generous benefits package – an enticing salary up to £60,250 DOE
Are you a qualified vet looking for a role where you can truly make a difference — and enjoy doing it?
I am working with a remarkable client who is deeply committed to creating a great place to work — a place where people feel connected to what they do, supported by their team, and empowered to have a real impact. That dedication hasn’t gone unnoticed: they’ve been named one of the Top 25 Big Companies to Work For in the UK by the Best Companies survey.
The Opportunity:
Based in a modern, fully equipped hospital in the vibrant port city of Southampton, this is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and highly skilled team. You’ll encounter a wide variety of cases and collaborate with colleagues who bring diverse clinical interests and a wealth of experience to the table.
What You'll Be Doing:
• Diagnosing and treating a broad range of cases in a busy hospital setting
• Communicating effectively with clients and team members alike
• Sharing your skills and supporting others, leading by example
• Taking part in a flexible weekend rota with enhanced pay and stand-down time
What You’ll Get:
• Flexible work arrangements, including part-time and remote options
• A strong emphasis on work-life balance tailored to your needs
• Access to a wide pool of expertise within the clinical team
• A pragmatic, client-focused approach that prioritises outcomes over targets
• Use of modern facilities including separate cat/dog kennels, radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and orthopaedic kit
Why Southampton?
This south coast city blends maritime heritage with modern city living. Enjoy cultural attractions, green spaces, and coastal views — with the beautiful New Forest just a short drive away.
If you're up for the challenge and ready to join a values-driven team that puts people and pets first, I would love to hear from you.
Interested?
For a confidential and informal chat about the role, get in touch today.
The Package:
• A superb salary of £45,750 - £60,250 per annum, pro-rata (including allowances)
• CPD Allowance of one week and £1000 per year
• Full RCVS fees
• Range of internal CPD programmes and discounts for BSAVA congress and London Vet Show
• 25 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays) with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• An additional Wellbeing Day to take whenever you like to help recharge your batteries
• Generous Auto-Enrolment pension and/or Contributory pension schemes available starting at an enhanced rate of 5% contributions up to 10%
• Life Assurance policy (4 x Annual Salary)
• Employee Assistance Program and Online Wellbeing Centre available 24/7 giving you the ability to speak with a professional in confidence about a range of issues
• Wide range of staff discounts
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-54084
