Job Description

Seasonal Stud Veterinarian
1 March - 31 August 2026

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic veterinarian with experience in equine stud medicine to join our stud team for the 2026 breeding season.

This role offers a varied caseload involving Thoroughbred, Sport and leisure horse breeding management involving:Artificial insemination with fresh and frozen semen Embryo transfer Ovum pick-up (OPU) Routine stallion semen collection and freezing Foal medicine and youngstock management


You will have the support of a Tier 3 hospital with board-certified specialists in internal medicine, theriogenology and surgery.

You will do a share of the on call rota for the weekends



This is an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to gain and expand experience in advanced reproductive techniques and foal management within a supportive, highly skilled team.

Sussex Equine Hospital is located in Ashington in beautiful West Sussex. Explore the South Downs, relax at nearby beaches, or enjoy city life in Brighton and London with excellent train links.

Our hospital features two hospital barns, a separate isolation facility, a modern surgical suite, advanced imaging facilities including CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine, and an on-site laboratory. For more information please visit our website: www.sussexequinehospital.co.uk.

Sussex Equine Hospital is proud to be part of of IVC Evidensia.

At IVC Evidensia, we're driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we're proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

You Matter to Us - Your Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays - plus your birthday off Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme


Development1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD


Professional MembershipsBVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees


Colleague BenefitsCycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) Retail discounts and cashback offers Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets


Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
Up to 48,000 DOE

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