Equestrian National Finals Tournament Director

Location: Remote (with compulsory attendance at Finals); Region: United Kingdom; Employment type: Volunteer; Closing date: 30 October 2026.

Contact: Chris Lamb, +44 20 7633 5088, events@bucs.org.uk, https://www.bucs.org.uk/sports-subpage/equestrian/equestrian-emg.html

Responsibilities

• Ongoing: Comply with the BUCS Volunteer Code of Conduct; advise the BUCS Event Management Group (EMG) on all matters relating to BUCS Equestrian National Finals (and previous stages of the programme, where needed and asked to by the Chair); lead the continuous improvement of the programme for the National Finals; act as an ambassador for BUCS and the Equestrian programme at all times; deputise for the Chair where needed; perform any other duties necessary to ensure the smooth running of the National Finals.
• Pre‑Event: Advise BUCS on all pre‑event information and assist in the preparation of relevant documentation, both digital and print, for the National Finals; assist in the booking of Dressage & Showjumping judges for the National Finals; utilise expertise to ensure that all risks and health and safety obligations are considered and fulfilled; ensure that, in conjunction with the venue lead, enough horses are sourced of an appropriate level and prestige for the National Finals; attend planning meetings in the run‑up to the event with relevant stakeholders, utilising technical knowledge where necessary.
• At Event: Lead on running the BUCS Equestrian National Finals in collaboration with the BUCS Event Lead, including, but not limited to: leading technical briefings with participants, judges and anyone else as deemed necessary by the BUCS Event Lead; ensure a thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations for the event, to be able to confidently answer questions and solve any problems which may arise throughout the running of the competition; ensure the clear and smooth running of the competition, leading wherever necessary; lead on event medal ceremonies and prize‑giving, ensuring students are recognised for their efforts; take a proactive approach throughout the event, monitoring and foreseeing issues before they happen.
• Post‑Event: Provide an event report with feedback on how to improve the event; attend a post‑event debrief meeting after the event with relevant stakeholders to share feedback.

Pay

Voluntary position (no salary).

Benefits

Reasonable expenses covered.