Godolphin
East Anglia
Closing date: Sunday 12th October 2025
Job Details
Website:
godolphin.com
Closing Date for Applicants:
Sunday 12th October 2025
Do you have a keen interest in the horseracing industry?
Looking for an admin-based role that allows you to contribute to the smooth running of the world’s largest horseracing operation?
Look no further, because Godolphin are hiring a Racing Assistant to join their tight-knit team at Moulton Paddocks racing yard Newmarket, which has been home to numerous champions including Dubai Millenium.
This is a rare opportunity for a part-time position, 30 hours a week Monday – Friday (plus weekend mornings on a rota basis).
About the role
Day to day activities include, but are not limited to:
Maintain and organise vaccinations for all horses and update passports, Weatherbys and France Galop
Maintaining the internal horse database with weights and physio notes
Order key supplies for the racing yard & office
Organise shipping of equipment to Dubai
Record and maintain an organised database for staff holidays.
Assist with staff queries, distribute information to the yard regarding staff holidays, sick leave, accidents and weights.
About you
We would like to hear from you if this role sounds of interest to you and you have:
A thorough knowledge of the horse racing industry
A minimum of 2 years administrative experience
Good working knowledge of MS Office with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to work accurately with a high level of attention to detail
Knowledge and/ or experience of dealing with veterinary information (not essential)
Experience of database and information systems (not essential)
In return, we offer a salary between £32-34,000 FTE, and a generous benefits package including:
Private healthcare (including dental cover)
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Group income protection
Discretionary Christmas bonus
A benefits platform offering discounts and cashback at over 700 retailers
Health & wellbeing initiatives
Full job description is available upon request.
To apply please use the link provided.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 12th October 2025.
Godolphin is the world’s largest thoroughbred operation, comprising breeding and racing interests spanning 6 countries, across 4 different continents. Founded in Dubai in 1992, the operation has been built on a foundation of innovation and uninhibited achievement that has led to a legacy of success for horses in Godolphin’s famous blue silks. Its global headquarters is in Newmarket, which is the epicentre of the UK’s thoroughbred industry.
Please mention Equine Careers when applying.
