Animal and Plant Health Agency
Veterinary Advisor - International Trade team
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Veterinary Advisor - International Trade team
Veterinary Advisor – International Trade Team
Working Arrangements Full time | Part Time | Job Share | Flexible Working
Locations Bristol, Cardiff, Carlisle, Carmarthen, Crewe, Exeter, Leicester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Perth, Preston, Winchester, York
Are you someone who can lead and manage change in a challenging and dynamic environment? Do you want to apply your communication and problem-solving skills to a role that offers variety and flexibility?
If yes, we’d love to hear from you!
The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is a fantastic workplace where talent thrives, voices are heard, and individuals can bring their authentic selves to work. We celebrate difference and diversity, driving innovation and better decision-making through inclusive leadership.
APHA is committed to being an inclusive employer, providing equal opportunities for all. Our goal is to build a diverse, representative workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Advisor to join our Centre for International Trade (CIT) team as part of the International Veterinary Team (IVT).
You’ll lead, advise, and manage trade-related activities, working alongside partners in government, industry, and global organisations.
Responsibilities
As Veterinary Advisor for International Trade, you will:
- Lead and manage the International Veterinary Team (IVT), providing both strategic direction and hands-on leadership
- Support performance, talent development, and people management to ensure a consistent, high-quality service delivery
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Provide expert veterinary advice to internal and external stakeholders, including the APHA leadership, Defra policy teams, and the Chief Veterinary Officer
- Develop and implement trade policies, ensuring advice is evidence-based, practical, and aligned with organisational priorities
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Shape and deliver border control and trade policies in collaboration with Border Control teams, addressing UK and international challenges
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Promote a collaborative and one-team culture by encouraging knowledge-sharing, cross-training, and best practice
- Work with senior leaders to enhance operational efficiency, resilience, and value for money
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Oversee quality assurance of APHA certification work, ensuring accurate and consistent advice for traders
- Co-lead the Border Control Knowledge Forum, servicing aligned trade activity against policy and performance expectations
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Play a critical role in biosecurity and crisis response, including disease outbreak planning and recovery
- Support Defra in balancing trade facilitation with national biosecurity and animal health protections
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Represent APHA at stakeholder engagement events, ensuring strong external relationships and translating insights back into decision-making
Requirements
You will be essential to the role if you demonstrate:
Skills
- Inspirational leadership, driving change and reinforcing the Civil Service values
- Exceptional relationship management, fostering strong internal and external connections
- Strong ability to manage performance, coach teams, and deliver continuous improvement
- Effective resource and organisational management with clear prioritisation in complex settings
- Outstanding verbal and written communication, alongside the authority to represent APHA
- Expertise in auditable systems, quality assurance, and record-keeping standards
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Qualifications & Professional Memberships
- A veterinary degree with eligibility to practice as a Member or Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS or FCCVS)
- Current membership or Fellowship status with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
What We Offer
Alongside a base salary of £56,375, we contribute £16,331 towards your membership of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Additional Benefits
- Paid annual leave – minimum of 25 days, increasing by one day annually to a maximum of 30 days
- Extensive professional development opportunities tailored to your career progression
- Discounts on retail, travel, and lifestyle products through APHA’s employee benefits scheme
- Staff bonuses, recognition, and salary sacrifice options, plus an employee discount scheme
- Three paid days off per year for volunteering activities (pro-rata for part-time roles)
- Flexible working arrangements, allowing you to find a schedule that suits your personal circumstances
For full details, please visit: Veterinary Advisor - International Trade - Civil Service Jobs
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