British Showjumping
West Midlands
Closing date: Wednesday 11th March 2026
Job Details
Closing Date for Applicants:
Wednesday 11th March 2026
British Showjumping is the governing body for the sport in Great Britain.
We actively encourage the development, participation, and enjoyment of the sport through a national competition and training structure which is beneficial to all. The Head of Communications & Commercial will support the Chief Executive in shaping the strategic direction of British Showjumping. They will play a vital part in the leadership required for the in-house marketing and communications team to connect with our members, potential members, our network of member stakeholders, sponsors, partners and the media.
Key elements of the role
Our ideal candidate will be confident to:
Lead on the overall communications strategy of the national governing body across all official platforms including press releases, website, livestream, owned social media, printed publications and e-newsletters
Develop and deliver a coordinated activation plan for sponsors and partners
Collaborate with the Sport team in promoting membership opportunities
Auditing, reviewing and reporting on performance of communications channels and strategy, applying best practice learnings
Engaging with key partners in the sport, the equestrian industry and mainstream media
Leadership and Management
Manage the in-house marketing and communications team as well as external contractors
Maintain an oversight of brand message both internally, externally and via with our regional networks
Overseeing our publishing contracts and leading on all marketing collateral
Maintain coordination of industry messaging along with fellow equestrian member bodies
To represent British Showjumping externally - when required
Any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed, remaining flexible to the needs of the business.
Knowledge & Experience:
Educated to degree level or equivalent vocational qualification or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of the sport’s structures within the UK and associated rules and regulations.
Experience of developing and managing marketing projects from development to implementation.
Evidence of collaborative working and team management.
Evidence of Crisis management and management of our reputational risk
Knowledge of safeguarding principals.
Skills & Abilities
Excellent leadership skills with the capability to manage and inspire colleagues
Excellent interpersonal skills and experienced in building rapport to nurture constructive and effective relationships.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience in managing and sourcing commercial deals.
Proficient in working with a variety of tools such as Google Analytics, Microsoft packages, campaign tracking and social media reporting
Ability to cope with fast changing pace, challenges and change.
Full current British driving licence with access to transport.
Key Details
Location: Meriden Business Park, Copse Drive, Meriden, West Midlands, CV5 9RG
Holidays: 22 days per annum, not including UK bank holidays.
Benefits: private healthcare and competitive pension plan
To request a copy of the full job description or to apply please email Stephanie.Toogood@Britishshowjumping.co.uk STRICTLY NO AGENCIES
Please mention Equine Careers when applying.
