Export Official Veterinarians (UK Visa Sponsorship)

Sponsorship Jobs UK; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary recruitment agency is seeking an Export Official Veterinarian (EOV) to ensure export health compliance in Telford. The role involves preparing Export Health Certificates, inspecting vehicles, and liaising with stakeholders. Candidates should have a Veterinary Medicine degree and strong IT skills. The position offers an attractive salary, company car, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Company car / car allowance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Veterinary Medicine degree required.
• MRCVS or eligibility to obtain it.
• Experience in exports or veterinary inspection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and signing Export Health Certificates (EHCs) for POAO products.
• Inspecting export vehicles and packaging.
• Maintaining relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Intermediate to advanced IT skills

English proficiency (minimum IELTS Level 7)

Driving license (Full, clean Category B)

Education

Veterinary Medicine degree

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

# Export Official Veterinarians (UK Visa Sponsorship)### Job Description## About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated Export Official Veterinarian (EOV) to join our team in Telford. This pivotal role ensures the completion of Export Health Certificates (EHCs) for some of the UK’s largest brands and exporters.As an EOV, you will play a key role in safeguarding public and animal health, supporting the export of products of animal origin (POAO), and maintaining compliance with both UK and EU regulations. You will liaise with a variety of stakeholders, provide expert guidance, and act as an ambassador for high standards in food and animal export operations.### Key Responsibilities**Your daily tasks may include:*** Preparing and signing Export Health Certificates (EHCs) for POAO products* Inspecting export vehicles, packaging, labelling, and finished goods* Providing audit verification and photographic evidence of export processes* Ensuring timely submission of export documentation* Maintaining productive relationships with customers, government bodies, and third-party suppliers* Monitoring stock flow, improving record accuracy, and managing compliance with customs and excise regulations (* Advising internal teams and stakeholders on complex food export legislation (DEFRA Export Guidance)* Implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and compliance#### Essential Skills & Experience* Education: Veterinary Medicine degree* Professional Registration: MRCVS or eligibility to obtain it ()* Experience: Previous experience in exports or veterinary inspection preferred but not essential; comprehensive training provided* English proficiency: Minimum IELTS Level 7* Driving licence: Full, clean Category B licence with at least 1 year’s driving experience* Technical skills: Intermediate to advanced IT skills including Excel, Google Sheets, and database management* Commercial awareness: Basic understanding of third-party contracts, stock flow, and retail operations#### What We Offer* Attractive salary package* Company car / car allowance, mobile phone, and laptop* Permanent or casual contracts with flexible hours* Annual leave: 20 days plus bank holidays, rising to 25 days (UK Government Leave Entitlements)* Company pension scheme (NHS/Private Pension Guidance)* Perkbox subscription offering discounts and lifestyle benefits* Personal accident insurance* Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates (UK Visas and Immigration)This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated veterinary professional to gain specialist experience in export certification, food safety, and animal health compliance. You will have access to full training, opportunities for career progression, and the chance to make a tangible impact on the UK’s export operations.LocationExperience2 Year