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.
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 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 joanne.gray@linnaeusgroup.co.uk
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Salary Value: Up to £80,000 per annum, DOE
Salary Description: depending on experience;
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Linnaeus, formed in 2014 and backed by Mars Petcare, is a leading veterinary services group comprising some of the most highly-respected practices in the UK. The group has seen continued growth and has had fantastic investment in its service offering, enabling it to maintain its position at the very forefront of specialist and first opinion veterinary services and excellence.
Linnaeus is a vibrant, forward-thinking partnership of highly respected veterinary practices across the UK, comprising some of the best clinicians in the profession who were carefully selected to ensure the highest levels of patient care across our group.
Together we provide a growing community of like-minded veterinary professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are incredibly proud of each and every member of our diverse portfolio, from the UK’s most respected small animal referral centres to our selection of high-quality first opinion practices.
Through its flexible and supportive culture, its practice teams can focus on delivering top-quality care to their patients. For more on Linnaeus, please visit www.linnaeusgroup.co.uk.
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