About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Set in a restored 18th-century manor in the English countryside, just 40 minutes away from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire offers a humble, comfortable and welcoming home away from home. With 500 acres of bucolic landscape, our hotel grounds allow you to enjoy an unrivalled sense of escape with unlimited access to nature, wildlife and unique outdoor experiences. Whether you're visiting with your loved one, family or pets, our facilities welcome you with seasonal food and drink options, spa treatments, pop-ups and event spaces with sustainable innovations throughout.About the role
We’re seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Equestrian Manager to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced equestrian professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of our equestrian centre, ensuring the highest standards of horse welfare, customer experience, and operational excellence.
You’ll lead and motivate a small team, oversee riding activities and facilities, and act as an ambassador for equestrian excellence, delivering safe, enjoyable, and memorable experiences for all guests and members.
What you will do
Manage the daily operation of the equestrian centre, ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient running
Oversee the care, welfare, and fitness of all horses and ponies, ensuring best practice at all times
Plan and deliver riding activities, lessons, hacking, and events to suit a range of abilities
Lead, train, and supervise equestrian staff, instructors, and yard assistants
Ensure all health, safety, safeguarding, and animal welfare standards are met and maintained
Carry out yard duties including stable management, turnout, feeding, tack care, and facility upkeep
Manage rotas, holiday cover, and staffing levels to meet operational needs
Liaise with guests, members, and other departments to deliver a high-quality customer experience
Maintain riding school standards, risk assessments, and relevant documentation
Support budgeting, stock control, and supplier liaison as required
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience working within an equestrian environment in a supervisory or management role
Relevant equestrian qualifications (e.g. BHS Stage qualifications or equivalent)
Strong knowledge of horse care, stable management, and equestrian health & safety
Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
A professional, approachable manner with excellent communication skills
Flexibility to work weekends and variable hours in line with equestrian operations
Physically fit with the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
A genuine passion for horse welfare and outstanding guest experiences
Benefits
Free Shuttle Bus transport from local towns/stations to the hotel (Fleet, Church Crookham and Elvetham Heath)
Employee travel programme
BUPA dental health care
Excellent training and career development opportunities
28 days holiday per annum including bank holidays (pro rata for maternity cover)
Group Personal Pension Plan upon completion of three months’ service
Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit
WeCare Employee Well Being Platform
Uniform and free meals on duty