BHA Careers

The BHA is fortunate to have around 250 employees and 100 sessional workers who possess team spirit and a desire to contribute to the values and mission of the organisation.

 Employees will join a committed team and supportive workforce.

At the BHA, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and promote diversity throughout the organisation.  We welcome people from a variety of backgrounds, who possess team spirit and will contribute to delivering on the BHA values and mission.

A list of current vacancies at the BHA is shown below. Please note new jobs will be added periodically, so please continue checking this page to view latest jobs.

Veterinary Officer (Bristol / Wales – Sessional)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and motivated veterinary surgeon to join the existing team of friendly and supportive Veterinary Officers. The successful candidate will be an experienced equine veterinary surgeon with excellent communication and decisionmaking skills and the ability to both work within and lead a team. The ideal person will be collaborative, inspirational and empathetic and approach regulatory challenges with a balanced and fair approach. This role is for 50 days and is based predominantly in the Southwest of England and South Wales.

  • For more information and to apply, click here.
  • The closing date for applications is Friday 13 November 2026.

Chief Executive Officer – Retraining of Racehorses (RoR)

RoR’s trustees, drawn from across the racing industry alongside independent trustees, are looking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who will report to the board of trustees. The CEO will be a compelling advocate for the organisation’s vision and mission externally, as well as an effective manager and builder of teams internally. The role will involve working closely with the Horse Welfare Board, the British Horseracing Authority and other key racing industry stakeholders, with relationship management being a vital part of the position. The role will be responsible for developing strategic plans and objectives, as agreed by the board, and leading the successful delivery of the RoR strategy. It will have overall responsibility for the operational and financial stability of the organisation, including negotiating and securing funding and developing and expanding RoR’s funding relationships.

  • For more information and to apply, click here.
  • The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026.

Medical Administrator (Maternity Cover)

We are currently looking for a Medical Administrator to join the Medical Department, supporting a period of maternity cover within the team.

The purpose of the role will be to support the effective day-to-day running of the BHA Medical Department by providing high-quality administration, communication and coordination.

You will be an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, discretion and professionalism are essential. With excellent communication skills and a flexible approach, you will be confident managing multiple priorities, working collaboratively as part of a team, and using your initiative to ensure work is progressed efficiently.

  • For more information and to apply, click here.
  • The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 October 2026.

Recruitment Companies

If you are a recruitment agency, job board or a consultancy firm please be advised that we don’t use agencies as we have our own recruitment methods and job boards.