Veterinary Surgeon - Practice Partner

About the Role

This is a practice ownership opportunity, not a traditional employed position. You'll take on the role of Branch Partner at Medivet New Cross, an established small animal practice in one of Southeast London's most dynamic and community-focused neighbourhoods. New Cross is known for its creative culture, diverse population, excellent transport links, and easy access to green spaces—offering an ideal balance of urban living with a strong local community feel. As a partner, you'll own the clinic while benefiting from Medivet's operational and strategic support. You'll manage a diverse and engaging caseload of medical and surgical cases, build strong relationships with a loyal client base, and lead a dedicated team who are proud of their reputation for exceptional patient care. The practice is well-equipped and supported by nearby Medivet 24-hour hospitals, giving you confidence to deliver outstanding care while driving clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an established, well-located clinic in New Cross
• Lead and develop a team aligned with your values and vision
• Manage complex medical and surgical cases with support from regional colleagues
• Build and nurture relationships with a loyal, growing client base
• Shape the business strategy and direction with autonomy, backed by Medivet's support
• Deliver exceptional patient care and drive clinical standards across the practice
• Contribute to the wider Medivet partner community of 150+ clinic owners

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with current registration
• Demonstrable ambition and leadership drive
• Desire to grow and shape your own practice
• Passion for high-quality patient care and community impact
• Entrepreneurial mindset and business acumen (or willingness to develop it)

Benefits

• Ownership & Equity: Build equity in your clinic from day one
• Uncapped Profit Share: Monthly profit share from your clinic's performance, with returns expected to exceed those of employed vets over time
• Financial Security: Guaranteed share buyback on exit, ensuring long-term security and a defined exit strategy
• Operational Support: Full backing from Medivet covering HR, payroll, marketing, health & safety, and strategic planning
• Low Barrier to Entry: Significantly lower initial investment than traditional practice purchase
• Community & Network: Access to a community of 150+ partner vets for learning, support, and collaboration
• Clinical Support: Backing from nearby Medivet 24-hour hospitals and regional team expertise

About the Practice

Medivet New Cross is a thriving, community-focused small animal practice located in one of London's most vibrant neighbourhoods. The practice has built a loyal client base and is known for its compassionate approach and commitment to going the extra mile for clients and their pets. It benefits from excellent local demographics, strong transport links, and positioning within the broader Medivet network—one of the UK's largest veterinary groups offering clinical and operational support. The partnership model at Medivet gives you the chance to own your future without doing it all alone. It's a supported, financially rewarding route to ownership with low initial investment and strong long-term returns. You'll have the freedom to lead with the backing to succeed.