Head of Group Clerking

Head of Group Clerking & Racing OperationsWe have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join Arena Racing Company as a Head of Group Clerking & Racing Operations.About usArena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UKs largest horse racing group. We have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing greyhound racing golf courses hotels and short leisure entertainment media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do making it an exciting and diverse place to workOur success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth development and career progression. After all its our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere all within an industry we love.About the RoleThe Head of Group Clerking & Racing Operations will provide senior leadership support and consistency across the group in all aspects of raceday turf management safety and operational delivery. The Head of Group Clerking & Racing Operations will also be responsible for supporting and mentoring clerks including Regional liaising with EDs/GMs managing turf and infrastructure standards and supporting continuous improvement in line with BHA and ARC expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and mentoring to all Clerks of the Course including Regional Clerks and Senior Clerk - Group AWT SpecialistOversee racecourse turf management strategy and condition reporting protocols.Oversee group wide raceday medical and veterinary provisions and raceday supplier contracts and complianceManagement of BHA racecourse inspectorateOversee Starting Stalls service and strategyCoordinate and advise on training and development of Trainee Clerks.Support Racing Consultant with project delivery and capital works on track infrastructure (e.g. drainage railings jumps).Champion consistency of standards across racecourses and ensure BHA compliance with BHAGIs.Race off times reporting and responsibilities.Daily weather monitoring and reporting.Support out-of-hours operational resilience through a shared duty system.Maintain strong communication with the Racing Director and operational teams and Operations Director (Horseracing).Support the Racing Director in key decision-making processes around annual programming and fixture allocation (including additions).Group track capital expenditure and purchasingAttend regular regional and departmental meetings to align approaches.Regular site visits out of which the key focus will be compliance welfare and improving standardsFocus on upskilling Clerking and Grounds teams and supporting in recruitment processes.Seeking efficiencies in ways of working e.g. providing clarity around the deployment of our resources in a cost effective and budgeted manner. For example ensuring optimal use of our variable labour and external third party contractors such as Treaders to support our core teams without creating additional headcount.Educating our venues on best in class presentation of site/outdoor areas within budgetary constraints.Experience and Skills RequiredBHA accredited Clerk of the Course with minimum 5 years post accreditation experience.Deep understanding of turf and AW care and maintenance equine welfare and regulatory requirements.Experienced in managing and mentoring operational teams.Ability to manage across multiple sites and priorities.What ARC can offer youDays Out & LeaveWant to experience a day on the other side 2 Annual Members badges giving access to over 500 race days as well as discounts on hospitality & room rates at ARC venuesBecause we value work-life balance we offer an annual leave entitlement starting at 22 days plus bank and public holidays- increasing on your work anniversaries up to 28 daysBecause your health & wellbeing comes firstCompany life assurance schemeEmployee Health Cash PlanCycle to work schemeAnd so much more We are on a thrilling journey. So to join us at our next destination be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.At ARC we believe that a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant more competitive and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds ethnicities cultures and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender sexual orientation marital or civil partner status pregnancy or maternity gender reassignment race colour nationality ethnic or national origin religion or belief disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent top-down effort to be role models on what diversity inclusion and belonging means in society.Closing DateRequired Experience:Director Key Skills Succession Planning,Growing Experience,Expense Management,Management Experience,Rackspace,Laboratory Management,Senior Leadership,Operations Management,Relationship Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Taxonomy Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Operations Experience: years Vacancy: 1