Head of wild food - Ref 1768 Date: March 27, 2026

Title: Head of wild food

Salary: Circa £40,000

Location: Flexible/Home-based

Reporting to: Deputy director of conservation

Closing date: 26 April 2026

Reference: HOWF/APR/2026

Role

The purpose of the head of wild food role is to strategically embed wild food initiatives throughout the organisation, ensuring they are integral to all BASC activities.

This critical position involves developing policies and best practices to support a resilient wild food supply chain, while working closely with government bodies, regulators, and key industry stakeholders.

As a national strategic leader, the head of wild food will advocate for the representation of game meat within the food industry, enhance the visibility and acceptance of wild food, and protect and promote sporting shooting interests. The role requires collaboration with head office teams and regional offices, along with extensive engagement with external partners to drive policy development, establish best practices and achieve these objectives.

Further information and how to apply

If you want to find out more information about the role above, or see other employment opportunities at BASC, please visit our website at https://basc.org.uk/about/careers/

If you wish to apply, please complete the application form, which can be downloaded from the website, and email it to recruitment@basc.org.uk