Main Duties of a Steward

• Overall responsibility for BHA raceday team and the most senior point of contact at a race fixture.
• Identify any concerns or potential breaches of the Rules and Instructions of the BHA taking decisive action to rectify.
• Ensuring public information, communication and reports are issued promptly and accurately.
• Collating post-race reports, actioning matters arising or outstanding issues.

What the role requires

• Knowledge of horse welfare standards.
• Identification and understanding of raceday equipment.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Respectful and professional communication with colleagues, stakeholders, and the media.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Promotes and supports an inclusive culture.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the British Horseracing industry, including Rules, Regulations, and key stakeholders.
• Demonstrates high standards of integrity and professionalism.

Desirable Skills

• Passion for horseracing and the wider sport.
• Comfortable and confident around horses.
• Knowledge of race form, with the ability to read races and analyse outcomes.
• Outstanding attention to detail with commitment to the aims, values and operations of the BHA.

Working Condition

• Full-time hours, including attendance at race days on weekends and bank holidays.
• Extensive travel nationally and internationally as required.

Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience and level of responsibility.
• Accommodation and travel expenses reimbursed in line with BHA Policy.
• Training opportunities available to progress.