Job Details
Lecturer in Equestrian Business Management
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Closing Date for Applicants:
Sunday 7th June 2026
£37,489 - £40,946 per annum
A minimum of 37 hours a week
Permanent
We are looking for an individual to join our Business & Management Department at Hartpury University.
You will aspire to ensure the continuous improvement of the student experience, teaching and learning excellence, and have clear appreciation of industry application and impact in the curriculum
The successful candidate will provide academic support on our
The candidate will support wider business curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
Hartpury University values student experience and outcomes, as such the successful applicant should be able to positivity evidence this within their application.
About You
1. You will have a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent, and bring with you experience of the applied equestrian business management industry.
2. We are interested in those with experience in equestrian business, specifically project management, public relations, marketing, sales, event management and hospitality
3. You will have a higher education teaching qualification or professional recognition (e.g. FHEA/SFHEA or equivalent) or a commitment to complete one within one year
4. As a business academic, your experience of working in applied contexts will enable you to develop and contribute to teaching and learning activities across a range of general business and management modules
5. You will be committed to creating a high-quality student experience, evidenced through a focus on excellence within teaching and learning. A record of active scholarship and knowledge exchange is essential
6. You will also have a clear appreciation of the connectivity between theory and practice and the ability to foster industry partnerships to develop placement links for our students
7. You will be able to contribute across the wider department and demonstrate a flexible skill set
We offer a fantastic package of including:
8. Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
9. 35 days annual leave entitlement
10. Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
11. Generous pension scheme (TPS)
12. Employee Discounts Scheme
13. Onsite fitness facilities
14. Cycle to Work Scheme
15. Support for continuous professional development
16. Flexible working opportunities available
17. Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
18. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is 7th June 2026.
Interviews will be held on 19th June 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.