Are you a board-certified veterinary surgeon interested in joining a well-renowned, growing vet group on the brink of launching a new state-of-the-art facility? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced small animal surgeon and clinical leader to take the lead in a thriving small animal division, while helping shape a brand-new, cutting-edge hospital set to open at the end of 2026. You’ll have the chance to combine advanced surgical work with real influence over the future direction of the service, from clinical standards and workflows to team growth and development. Working alongside a friendly, highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you’ll see a varied caseload with access to advanced diagnostics and specialist support, while also mentoring and developing the next generation of veterinary talent. What’s in it for you: Competitive salary package tailored to experience and specialist expertise Potential relocation package for suitably qualified candidates Long-term permanent opportunity within a rapidly expanding veterinary group Unique opportunity to influence the development and structure of a new state-of-the-art veterinary hospital Access to a large and varied referral-level caseload within a highly equipped clinical environment Support for ongoing professional development and specialist progression A collaborative and highly supportive international team culture High level of clinical autonomy and strategic influence within the business Opportunity to lead and shape a growing surgical department during a major expansion phase Excellent quality of life location within the Germany / Switzerland / France border region, close to the Southern Black Forest What you’ll do: Lead the medical, operational, and strategic direction of a growing small animal clinic within a large multi-disciplinary veterinary hospital Play a key role in the planning and development of a brand-new purpose-built veterinary facility opening in 2026, including workflow design and clinical layout decisions Perform a broad range of advanced small animal soft tissue surgeries independently, including oncology, gastrointestinal, and urogenital procedures Support and develop a growing veterinary and nursing team through mentorship, leadership, and structured clinical training Drive clinical excellence by implementing and maintaining high surgical standards, SOPs, and quality assurance processes Contribute to postgraduate veterinary training and continuing professional development initiatives across the wider team Work closely with experienced colleagues across multiple disciplines including surgery, orthopaedics, cardiology, dermatology, and emergency care Requirements: MUST be a board-certified or recognised specialist in small animal surgery MUST be a native or professional-level German speaker Strong background in advanced soft tissue surgery Previous experience in a senior or leadership role within a referral or hospital environment highly desirable Additional orthopaedic surgical experience (TPLO, TTA, fracture repair, joint surgery, etc.) would be advantageous Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary veterinary medicine Willingness to work on-site in Southern Germany within a fast-growing clinical environment Contact Darren Mahoney for further details - Dmahoney@noble-futures.com - 32 (0) 32 25 882821