Careers

NORTH AMERICA:

Sale & Stallion Assistant

Darby Dan Farm currently has an open position for an assistant in our Sale and Stallion departments.

Candidates will be an active participant in both departments based at the farm office in Lexington, KY.

Responsibilities in the Sale department will include attending sales, owner correspondence, vendor communication and paperwork for sale entries.

Duties for the Stallion department include booking mares and assisting with stallion syndicate administration.

Interested candidates should have knowledge of the Thoroughbred industry and a strong attention to detail.

The position will have weekend requirements during sales and the breeding season with primary responsibilities Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

As a full-time position, benefits will include paid time off, health insurance and 401(k) program.

This is a unique position with flexibility for the right candidate.

Interested individuals should email their resume to [email protected]

Listed: 4/12/24

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IRELAND:

The progressive & ambitious Board of Naas Racecourse is now seeking to recruit a GENERAL MANAGER

Naas Race Company PLC (t/a Naas Racecourse) is a leading horse racing venue sitting on 189 acres adjacent to the vibrant and growing town of Naas, Co. Kildare. Staging a minimum of 20 race meetings per year together with a broad range of non race day activities it takes a very proactive approach to serving the racing industry. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to excellence, Naas Racecourse is dedicated to delivering unforgettable experiences for racegoers and participants alike and is is proud to have received the Association of Irish Racehorses Owners Awards for the past three years.

• The Role The General Manager will lead the company at Executive level. The successful candidate will
  report to the Board of Directors. While having primary responsibility for day to day operations, a
  key function will be to deliver the Boards vision for the ongoing progress of the company.Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Deliver short term & long term strategic goals for the entire Naas Racecourse business comprising of traditional racing events & commercial non race day activities.
  • Developing the brand of Naas Racecourse.
  • Preparing, monitoring & controlling race day activities.
  • Oversight of all capital projects & improvement works.
  • Promotion of Naas Racecourse locally, nationally & internationally as required.
  • Fulfil Company Secretary function on behalf of Naas Race Company PLC.

  The Person

  The ideal candidate will need to be adaptable & flexible with an ability to think critically & strategically. Desirable attributes should include:
  •Experience at senior management or similar level, prior racing industry experience a distinct advantage.
  • Strong business acumen, commercial leadership, strategic thinking, service delivery, industry knowledge, and an ability to influence at the highest level.
  • Professional approach and positive attitude in dealing with key stakeholders.
  • Relevant 3rd level degree an advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

  Salary & Conditions
  Will reflect seniority of this role & the experience/skills of successful candidate.

  Applications
  Apply to: Mr. Michael Higgins, Clinton Higgins, Trident House, Dublin Road, Naas, Co. Kildare. W91 VY6W
  [email protected]

  Deadline for applications: 19th April 2024

Visit: Naasracecourse.com/careers-at-naas-racecourse

Listed: 4/5/24

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NORTH AMERICA:

Passionate about Thoroughbreds?
A flair for creativity? Organized and technically-minded? Love a challenge?
Join our team!
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
for all our entities: Maryland Horse Breeders Association, Maryland Million, Maryland Horse Library and Education Center, Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred and Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame.

**This is an in-person job located in Reisterstown, Maryland with some flexibility when needed.**

Duties include managing social media platforms, websites, digital communications, audio visual components, and content creation (including writing press releases, news reporting, photography, videography).

Working knowledge of social media platforms and trends, website platforms (Joomla, Word Press), Adobe Creative suite and other software programs related to various responsibilities. A good foundation in website creation an additional plus. Ideal candidate will possess strong IT, marketing and digital media skills. Combination of college degree in related field and relevant experience preferred.

Competitive salary with excellent benefits package offered, with room to grow!

Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Listed: 4/3/24

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NORTH AMERICA:

Content and Social Media Coordinator

Are you passionate about horse racing?
Do you have a flair for creativity?

Kick Collective USA is on the lookout for a dynamic Content and Social Media Coordinator for Light Up Racing

What we need from you:

• A deep knowledge and love for horse racing
• Experience in content creation, including videography and editing
• Working knowledge of social media platforms and trends

Kick Collective is committed to ensuring the horse racing industry's lasting future.
This mission guides everything we do, from fostering clients who share our vision to
building a team who are deeply invested in this goal.

If this sounds like a fit for you, reach out with a cover letter, resume and
examples of your content creation to: [email protected]

For more details visit: www.kickcollective.co

Listed: 3/25/24

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NORTH AMERICA:

New Vocations at Mereworth Farm seeks Facility Director & Trainer 

The Facility Director and Trainer is responsible for running and overseeing the operations at New Vocations' Mereworth Facility in Lexington, including both the rehabilitation and training barns, which house 60-70 retired racehorses. The position manages all barn staff, ensuring that the day-to-day care, rehabilitation and training of the horses as well as facility maintenance is held to a high standard. The Director is responsible for ensuring each horse is properly rehabilitated, receives transitional training and ultimately is adopted into a suitable home.

To view the full job description and apply visit https://newvocations.org/careers

Listed: 3/16/24

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NORTH AMERICA:

Top Lexington Horse Farm is Seeking an Experienced Assistant Broodmare Manager to Hire Immediately!

Our ideal candidate will be dependable, hardworking and have a passion for horses. They will need to have prior experience in a similar position, extensive knowledge of mares and foals, including 5-10 years of experience foaling.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, employer paid life insurance and an employer matching 401k plan. This position will be eligible for a farm vehicle and housing.

The ideal candidate would have opportunities to advance their career to Broodmare Manager quickly. If you are qualified, have great communication skills, a positive attitude and love horses, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Resumes can be forwarded to: [email protected]

Listed: 3/14/24