Current vacancies

Policy and Public Affairs Officer

Hybrid (London W1 and home) | £39,310

We’re looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop BVA policy on a range of veterinary issues, through engagement with BVA members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We’re looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you’ll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with BVA volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, please visit our website to find out more about BVA. The starting salary for this role is £39,310 plus a generous benefits package.

To apply please send your CV with a covering letter, explaining why you are interested, how your skills meet the role profile, and how you would make an impact, and giving an indication of your current salary, by email to Anita Maddox at [email protected]

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Tuesday 21 October 2025. First interviews will be held on Tuesday 28 October and second interviews on Monday 3 and Tuesday 4 November 2025.

BVA recognises the positive value of diversity, and we welcome applications from all sectors of society. We would particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups within the not-for-profit/membership sector.

BVA operates a hybrid working policy.

No agencies please.