The role of Stud Manager is the person who has overall responsibility for the running of a Stud Farm. From managing staff to promoting stallions and providing care for mares in foal, whilst giving birth and for foals and yearlings.
Average starting salary
Above National Minimum Wage
Average hours per week
40 Hours
Job availability
Low
Experience
Previous experience in managing staff and looking after horses is essential.
What you’ll do
Day-to-day tasks
Yard Management
Staff Management
Horse Care
Who you’ll work with
Stud Hands/Grooms
Stud Secretary
Bloodstock Agents
Skills & Knowledge
Previous experience of handling horses
Good knowledge of the racing and breeding industries
Management and leadership Skills
Excellent communication skills.
How to get into this role
To get into this role you would need to progress from Stud Groom to Stud Management. Taking on a management role can be a demanding job. Not only will the position require you to communicate up and down the management team, motivate and lead the team and delegate, you’ll also be responsible for internal team relationships and the overall promotion of the stud.
Career Progression
You will have a great deal of transferable skills that you could apply to a number of roles in the industry.
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