Future Requirements

• What would you like to do or gain in your next job?

I have a lot of varied experience within the equine industry and really enjoy supporting young people in particular to connect and thrive with horses. I am searching for a position where I can continue to use my organisational and leadership skills to provide an excellent level of service. I have a strong business development background which I will use to grow and develop any opportunity.

• Do you need accommodation?

Not necessarily. Would be happy to relocate for the right position.

• Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you?

No.

• Do you have any ongoing commitments?

I have 2 months notice to provide.

• Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of?

No.

Experience with Horses

Outline your experience with horses here/the scope of your freelance services. If you’re looking for a non-equine or non- yard-based job please use this space to describe your experience skills/abilities and adapt the questions to suit your line of work.

I have been riding for over 30 years, owning my own horses when I was younger. I have a First Class degree in International Equine and Agricultural Business Management for the Royal Agricultural University. I completed 6 months work experience in Kentucky at a Rehabilitation Centre and worked as a groom in livery, competition and hunting yards. I travelled to New Zealand where I rode and competed Endurance horses, from just backed to international level horses. I have 3 years managing an Equestrian Centre at a public school, providing strategic leadership for all riding provision and 20 horse livery yard.

Key Skills

What are you particularly good at? For example: working alone, working with others, clipping, plaiting, turning out for shows, handling stallions, handling/riding young horses, non-equine skills etc

I am organised, passionate, extremely hard-working and friendly, with a wide-range of equine, agricultural and business experience and proven ability to lead and manage using a collaborative approach. I have received consistent positive feedback in a variety of positions which required outstanding customer service, with advanced verbal, IT and written communication skills.

Strengths and Weaknesses

• What do you most enjoy about working with horses?

The challenge of something new everyday. I also love working outside and being practical even in the managerial jobs I have held.

• Is there anything you’d like to improve?

Continuing to develop my ability to support young riders to reach their full potential.

• Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker?

I demonstrate a professional, pro-active and self-motivated attitude, being calm under pressure and very keen to take on new challenges. I am quick to adapt to changing roles and responsibilities and thrive in situations which require problem solving, flexibility and the opportunity to grow and develop.