GAIN Equine Nutrition
Midlands
Closing date: Friday 21st August 2026
Job Details
Closing Date for Applicants:
Friday 21st August 2026
Required to support the Equine commercial, technical and marketing teams at GAIN Equine Nutrition
At GAIN Equine Nutrition, we are committed to delivering science-led nutrition which enables horses to achieve their full potential. Backed by extensive research and innovation, we work closely with horse owners, breeders, trainers, riders and the trade sector to provide trusted nutritional solutions that make a real difference.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Registered Equine Nutritionist to support our team on a consultancy basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate equine nutrition professional who enjoys combining scientific expertise with practical application, education and customer engagement. You will play a pivotal role in supporting our Commercial Equine Team while helping customers and retail partners make informed nutritional decisions that improve horse health, wellbeing and performance.
The Role
Reporting into the UK National Sales Manager, you will work collaboratively across the business, providing expert nutritional guidance and technical support to colleagues, customers and trade partners.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing and interpreting forage analysis reports, providing practical recommendations tailored to individual horses and management systems.
Conducting comprehensive equine diet and ration evaluations, delivering evidence-based nutritional advice.
Writing engaging technical articles, educational resources and nutritional content across a wide range of equine topics.
Developing and delivering nutritional training programmes for the GAIN Equine Commercial Team.
Providing technical training and educational support for stockists, retailers and industry partners.
Supporting customers through telephone, email and face-to-face consultations, building trusted long-term relationships.
Undertaking customer visits throughout the UK, with occasional travel to Ireland and international markets to support the wider business.
Representing GAIN Equine Nutrition at trade events, exhibitions, educational seminars and customer meetings.
Working closely with commercial, marketing and product development teams to ensure our technical expertise continues to support innovation and business growth.
About You
You will be an experienced equine nutrition professional who combines excellent technical knowledge with outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
You will have:
Registration as an Equine Nutritionist with an appropriate recognised professional body.
A degree (or higher qualification) in Equine Science, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition or a closely related discipline.
Strong technical expertise in equine nutrition, forage evaluation and practical feeding management.
The ability to communicate complex nutritional concepts clearly to audiences ranging from horse owners to industry professionals.
Experience delivering presentations, workshops or technical training with confidence and enthusiasm.
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce engaging technical articles and educational content.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A proactive, customer-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK, Ireland and occasionally internationally.
Why Join GAIN Equine Nutrition?
At GAIN Equine Nutrition, you'll become part of a passionate team dedicated to improving equine health and performance through nutritional excellence.
This is an opportunity to:
Become a recognised technical expert within one of the UK's leading equine nutrition brands.
Work with a respected commercial team that values technical excellence and customer relationships.
Influence nutritional education across customers, retailers and industry professionals.
Contribute to innovative product development and evidence-based nutritional solutions.
Continue your own professional development while working at the forefront of equine nutrition.
The ideal candidate will be located centrally in England. The work is offered on a consultancy basis, working from home with client visits & travel as required, offering approx 2 days work per week.
If you are passionate about equine nutrition, enjoy engaging with people and want to play a key role in supporting the continued success of GAIN Equine Nutrition, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply in the first instance, including your c.v to : Anne Priestman, UK National Sales Manager
Email: apriestman@tirlan.ie STRICTLY NO AGENCIES
Join us and help shape the future of equine nutrition.
Please mention Equine Careers when applying.
