Deputy Racing Manager

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Deputy Racing Manager to join the team at Sunderland Greyhound Stadium.

About us

Arena 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 events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!

Our 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.

What is ARC?

We embrace diversity

We develop our people

We care for our visitors

We think about our impact

We are proud of our sport

Work Perks of being a Deputy Racing Manager...

• Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
• Discounted food & ARC days out
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
• Company life assurance scheme
• Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes

And so much more

About the role:

The Deputy Racing Manager will work closely with the Racing Managers to deliver the race meetings required with integrity. You will grade cards for race meetings and perform racing office/race meeting duties as required. Compliance withconditions imposed on the business by Government, Gambling Commission and The Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) need to be met or exceeded.This role will include a variable working week pattern to meet the needs of the business, including weekends and evenings where the racing schedule requires.You must have a keen eye for the performance of the field and have an interest in Greyhound Racing.This would suit someone who is keen to learn and progress.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance grading skills for grading races and trials in accordance with the grading process alongside the Racing Manager.
• Advertise through the GBGB portal and put together open races as required.
• Assist with the day to day running of the Racing Office.
• Assist in achieving any racing KPIs
• Input data into the GBGB racing office system, including proofing formlines, advance cards and results.
• To assist in preparing staffing rotas as required for race/trial meetings.
• To report to the Racing Manager any irregularities or breaches of rules witnessed in relation to the Racing Product or GBGB rules.
• Run/support the Racing Managers in running race/trial meetings.
• To ensure compliance with the GBGB Rules of Racing.
• To liaise with Trainers, Vet and other departments to maintain a positive relationship with others.
• Use the public address system.
• Marking up greyhounds and completing and sending paperwork relating to greyhound registration and licencing.
• Distribution of information to outside sources including social media.
• Kennel number allocation and paddock duties as required.
• Creating and printing race cards.
• Have an understanding of the Animal Welfare Act and Welfare of Racing Greyhounds Regulations 2010.
• To compete any other reasonable tasks requested by management as required.
• Help support in the processing of reports, time sheets, registrations and prize money.
• Answering the phone when required to deal with queries.
• General Racing Office Duties.
• Act as a representative for the stadia and ARC at all times, leading by example to all other team members.

The person we are looking for as a Deputy Racing Manager has..

• Previous Racing Office Experience as Assistant Racing Manager or above
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Logical approach to tasks
• Personable
• Excellent approach towards time management
• Works well under pressure
• Organised, systematic and process driven

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.

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