At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in managing veterinary medicine applications and ensure quality service delivery.
- Company: Join the Veterinary Medicines Directorate, a key agency in safeguarding animal health.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on veterinary medicine safety and quality in the UK.
- Qualifications: Experience in regulatory environments and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 62000 - 62000 £ per year.
Salary: £62,000 + 25 days Annual Leave + Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
Job Reference: 464773
Location: Addlestone, Surrey KT15 3LS
The closing date for applications is 17 August 2026.
Overview
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is an Executive Agency of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and is responsible for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of veterinary medicines in the UK.
Role
This exciting and interesting job puts you at the heart of the VMD’s work in the authorisation of veterinary medicinal products. You will lead a team with diverse activities in a target driven environment where quality of service is essential. You will liaise with a range of stakeholders and provide advice on regulatory pathways. You will oversee the smooth running and provide advice on Operational Management of applications received in respect of Veterinary Medicinal products, ensuring adherence and reporting performance against published standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead teams and effectively manage change
- Work within a regulated or policy driven environment
- Operate in a complex and evolving policy setting
- Engage constructively with a wide range of internal stakeholders and external customers or applicants
What you should demonstrate the ability to get up to speed with:
- Authorisation systems for veterinary medicinal products and supporting regulatory framework
- EU and UK Veterinary Medicine regulatory requirements
- IT services used by the team
How to apply
If you’re interested in applying for this position, please submit your application via the Civil Service Jobs website, where you will find a full job description including salary details.
Equality and recruitment
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Head of Application Management in Surrey employer: Veterinary Medicines Directorate
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in the vital field of veterinary medicine regulation. Located in Addlestone, England, we foster a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, ensuring that our staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in their roles. With a commitment to high-quality service and regulatory compliance, we provide meaningful and rewarding employment that makes a real difference in animal health and welfare.
Contact Details:
Veterinary Medicines Directorate Recruitment Team
