Steward

Steward

Location: South

Contract Type: 200 Days, Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Dependent on experience

The British Horseracing Authority is the governing and regulatory body for horse racing in Great Britain. It is BHA’s role to act for and on behalf of the whole sport, ensuring that the highest standards apply on and away from the racecourse.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Stewarding team as a Steward, either at Trainee level or those with more experience within a Stewarding role.

You will be a voting member of the Raceday panel, sitting on enquiries and working with the Chief Steward, Stewards’ Panel Chair, Assistant Stewards, Raceday Assistants and the other BHA Raceday Teams, ensuring the race meeting is run in accordance with the BHA Rules and Instructions.  You will be responsible for upholding the values of the British Horseracing Authority at all times. Dependent on the previous background of the candidate, a training period of three years is usually the minimum period for this role.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic team player able to work in confidential and sensitive situations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential along with effective interpersonal skills and the ability to show initiative and be decisive in a time pressured environment. An active interest in horses and horse racing is essential, with the ability to race read. Being able to multi-task and work to tight deadlines with minimum supervision will be crucial. You will have proven organisation skills and will be a proficient user of MS Office packages.

You will be a flexible individual with a considered approach and the ability to match diplomacy with authority. Given the nature of the role, you will require a full valid driving license (preferably clean) and be willing to travel, including some overnight stays, be prepared to work outside the normal working day including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Culturally, we take pride in the way we work and what we achieve. We are committed to advancing the work of equality, diversity and inclusion and we want to attract the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. As the needs of the business change this role will change accordingly, therefore this document should be viewed as guidelines which are subject to change.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply by completing our application form on the following link Application Form.

The closing date for applications will be 15^th September 2024.