hr coordinator Newmarket, England
Job description
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.
This newly created position provides the successful candidate the opportunity to join our world leading, unique organisation and gain valuable HR experience supporting across a broad range of functions and departments.
Working as part of a small team, this position will be responsible for delivering efficient and effective HR support to the wider Godolphin organisation. Our people are primarily based across our two racing yards, 12 studs, and head office in Newmarket, with a further two studs in the UK, which we support remotely.
Within this role you will:
- Case manage all absence related matters
- Work alongside our internal Occupational Health Advisor on employee referrals and appointments and Wellbeing initiatives
- Provide initial guidance to managers and employees on terms and conditions of employment and HR policies and processes
- Contribute to the review and creation of HR policies and procedures to ensure they remain up to date and legally compliant
- Be a key point of contact for all people-related queries, being the friendly face of the HR team and providing an exceptional level of customer service to all employees.
- Support / assist in the coordination of social activities and events to bring together all employees
- Support the delivery of HR initiatives to ensure Godolphin is a great place to work
- Assist with various ad-hoc projects and day-to-day tasks
- Offer support and guidance to employees and managers on all Family Friendly policies and process
Personal Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- You will be able to work using your own initiative and resolve problems effectively and in a timely manner.
- You will be a trusted team member who can manage confidential information and deal with sensitive situations professionally with discretion and integrity.
- Proactively take on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and be passionate about creating a first-class employee experience.
- Continuously improve processes and service delivery to users for a seamless, efficient, and enjoyable experience for employees and line managers
- You will have a growth mindset and be committed to your personal and professional development.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively and openly with people of all levels across our organisation.
- A strong team player with a collaborative approach to working, with a keenness to deliver and get stuck into a variety of activities
- Ability to demonstrate how you have supported managers with initiatives that have made a positive impact on their team
- Enthusiastic, pro-active, idea generator – not satisfied with maintaining the status quo
- You will be resilient and have the ability to manage change effectively.
- Previous experience in, interest or knowledge of the thoroughbred industry, either racing or breeding (or both) is desirable.
- This position would suit a candidate who has previous experience in an HR function and is looking to further develop their career.
Additional Information
Additional Information
All applicants must have proof that they have the right to work in the UK.
We offer a competitive salary of up to £29,000 per annum, as well as a generous benefits package including free on-site canteen, private health care, discretional annual bonus with excellent opportunities to learn and develop new skills whilst in role. Due to the nature of the business, and our employees working on site across our racing yards and studs, this is an ‘on-site’ office-based role from our beautiful Newmarket headquarters at Dalham Hall Stud, enabling us to provide the best level of support to our wider team.
We are able to offer this position as a full time (35 hours per week) role, however it’s important that we find the right individual rather than an individual who will work a particular work pattern, so we would consider working arrangements from 30 hours per week.
Interested in this vacancy but not sure you match all the requirements?
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We offer training and development opportunities to all of our people to help everyone reach their full potential. Even if your skills and experience aren't a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you.
To apply please click “I’m Interested” or send your CV and a covering letter by email to
The closing date for applications is Monday 31st July 2023, however candidates will be screened whilst the role is open, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the above-mentioned date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Interviews are likely to be scheduled in the first week of August 2023.
Godolphin aims to create a diverse and inclusive working environment in which everyone feels valued, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential. We therefore encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, and we will be happy to discuss any adjustments you may require to make our workplace one you can thrive in.
