Goodwood Candidate Pack

Goodwood.

D I R E C T O R O F P E O P L E & D E V E L O P M E N T

November 2023

CANDIDATE PACK

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ABOUT US

At Goodwood, we offer more than just a job; we provide a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering unparalleled luxury experiences.

With 11,000 acres of stunning wood and parkland in the South Downs National Park, our environment is unmatched. Join our family-oriented community, where creativity thrives, bureaucracy is left behind, and every day is a thrilling challenge. Whether you're passionate about sports, environmental conservation, or hospitality, we have diverse opportunities that allow you to find joy and purpose in your work. Come and be a part of our extraordinary journey.

It is a pleasure to welcome you to a company where ideas matter, and talent and dedication are rewarded.

Chris Woodgate, CEO

WELCOME For over 300 years, Goodwood has been a beacon of tradition and innovation, offering unparalleled experiences in horseracing, motor racing, golf, and more. As we chart a future beyond our historic roots, we invite you to join our vibrant community, where passions unite and exceptional luxury awaits.

The Duke of Richmond

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Job Description

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Person Specification

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DE&I Statement & Charity

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How to Apply

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Sustainability

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Our People

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Our History

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One Goodwood

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Goodwood Leadership Team

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Rewards & Benefits

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Goodwood Map

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Job Description - Managing Director of People and Development

The Group People & Development Director will lead the People & Development function and will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities: Group Structure and approach To periodically assess the overall structure of the group, in conjunction with the CEO, CFO and Chairman, to ensure that the structure is right. As part of this, to actively input on requirement given upcoming market changes, overall efficiency and effectiveness.

To actively drive change in relation to the Group structure, where required with the CEO and CFO To work with the CEO, Chairman and Nomination Committee to ensure that the composition and skillset of the Goodwood leadership team is right and to address succession planning and development within the senior Team.

To set a clear overall vision for the Groups people and Development plan, i.e., so that all Goodwood staff know what we stand for, as a ‘people business’ and how we want to support and motivate our people.

To ensure you develop and maintain a proper, deep understanding of all out teams and their objectives, so you can actively support the groups development.

P&D Team To Lead the P&D Team at Goodwood and ensure that the team are clear on the overall P&D strategy, have the right skillset and are set-up to meet current and upcoming Group requirements.

To ensure the right budget is assigned to P&D to enable all of the agreed Group priorities to be delivered.

To Manage the overall P&D budget effectively and deliver The Group priorities while staying in budget.

To ensure all of the P&D Team have a clear focus areas and development plans and are actively managed against these.

To ensure that the Group has a forward thinking, best in class approach to recruitment, induction, training, performance management and development and that all our people have the opportunity to have positive, successful careers at Goodwood.

To have active control over staff engagement and ensure that weak areas are improved and new opportunities are achieved.

To maintain awareness and knowledge of employment and company law and ensure the Group complies with this at all times.

To actively consider the local and national employment market and ensure our overall offering, including rewards, incentives and benefits and our approach to remote working are competitive and enable us to consistently attract staff of the right quality.

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Person Specification

About Us At Goodwood, we celebrate our 300-year history as a quintessentially English Estate, in modern and authentic ways delivering extraordinary and engaging experiences. Our setting, 11,000 acres of West Sussex countryside and our story both play significant roles in Goodwood’s success. What really sets us apart is our people. It is their passion, enthusiasm and belief in the many things we do that makes us the unique, luxury brand we are.

Passionate People It takes a certain sort of person to flourish in such a fast-paced, multi-dimensional environment like Goodwood. We look for talented, self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will be able to share our passion for providing the “world’s leading luxury experience.”

Qualities you will possess Proven ability to build a long-term business plan and deliver this High-level commercial thinking and behaviours Clear and effective communicator Passion for what you do Proactive approach to getting things done Resilient and tenacious Exceptional project management skills and an ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent attention to detail Take responsibility for yourself Good negotiator and influencer Excellent presentation skills A sense of fun!

What do you need to be successful?

Previous experience of developing new commercial relationships Ability to build strong relationships and use these to draw-on in-house resource Ability to demonstrate strategic creative thinking in previous roles Energy and enthusiasm to drive a team and deliver results.

Proven ability to enter new markets and quickly understand the key characteristics and driver

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Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Statement and Charity

DE&I Statement We want Goodwood to be a safe, welcoming and accessible environment for both our staff and customers. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to racism and any other form of discrimination. We are committed to sustained action against systemic inequity across the business, as well as the promotion of diversity and inclusion within the sporting and leisure pursuits we champion. We are in the process of looking within with humility, listening and acting to effect real change, with a firm commitment from the Goodwood Leadership Team to drive this forward.

Our Key Goals: Promote diversity within the industries we champion (e.g. horseracing, motorsport, farming) Improve the pipeline for diverse employment, access and representation Create inclusive and accessible live and digital content Create safe and inclusive platforms for discourse

Our Charities At Goodwood we work with some exceptional charities, raising money and awareness for good causes both at our flagship sporting events and throughout the year.

Scan the QR code to find out more.

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Sustainability

For over 300 years the Goodwood Estate has continually demonstrated its responsibility to the land and local community. Since the first Duke of Richmond came to Goodwood in 1697, the estate has successfully adapted to changing socio-economic and natural environmental conditions. Today the estate continues to meet the challenges of climate change with creativity and innovation.

Our approach extends beyond the straightforward ownership of land and property to encompass each and every event and enterprise run on the estate. We are therefore committed to undertaking a range of initiatives to achieve our sustainability goals, ensuring the estate’s enduring resilience and contribution towards the development of a fairer, more sustainable world beyond its gates.

From solar panels providing energy for Goodwood’s historic Motor Circuit, to rewilding and biodiversity projects including the introduction of 78,000 new trees, to biomass boilers – fuelled from our own sustainably managed forests – providing renewable heat for The Kennels, Goodwood Hotel and Hound Lodge, there are a number of projects underway to ensure we achieve our eventual goal of becoming a carbon positive estate.

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How to Apply

How to Apply: To apply for the Director of People and Development position at Goodwood Estate, please follow the steps below: 1. Via our Website: Scan the provided QR code or visit the following link to access the job application page on our website if you are not on it already: Goodwood Job Application.

2. Job Details: Once on the job application page, you will find comprehensive details about the position. Take the time to review the information to ensure a clear understanding of the role.

3. Application Form: Complete the online application form, providing accurate and detailed information about your professional background, relevant experience, and qualifications. Ensure that your application reflects your alignment with the qualities and requirements outlined in the job description.

4. CV Submission: Upload your current CV to provide a comprehensive overview of your career achievements, skills, and qualifications. This will allow our hiring team to better understand your suitability for the role.

5. Cover Letter: Submit a cover letter expressing your interest in the position and highlighting how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the Entertaining and Hospitality Managing Director role.

6. Contact Information: Ensure that your contact information is accurate and up-todate.

7. Submit Your Application: Once you have completed all required fields and uploaded the necessary documents, submit your application. You will receive a confirmation message, indicating that your application has been successfully received.

8. Application Review: Our dedicated hiring team will carefully review your application, considering your qualifications and experience in relation to the job requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

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Our People

At Goodwood, our strength lies in our people—who all share a passion for excellence. Whether crafting culinary delights, planning world famous events, or maintaining our Estate, each person contributes to the continuing success of Goodwood.

At Goodwood, we strive to reflect our core values in everything we do: Obsession for perfection - Quality. We have an insatiable appetite to get it 100% right; we're madly passionate about what we do.

The Real Thing - Authenticity. We employ meticulous attention to detail to create experiences, as they should be, resulting in pure, unspoiled, unadulterated pleasure.

'Derring-Do' - 'The Wow'. We don't mind breaking the rules to create the best possible experiences where everything action orientated happens brilliantly and quickly.

Sheer Love of Life – Infectious Enthusiasm. Goodwood people, like Goodwood customers, want to get and see others get the most out of life - and specifically during their experience at Goodwood.

Working for Goodwood is more than a job, you join a family of dedicated and passionate people that love what they do. It’s like no other place I’ve ever worked, no day is the same and the events they put on are just wow!

Gareth Chapman, Hotel Deputy General Manager

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Our History

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One Goodwood

One Goodwood One Goodwood is an initiative for Goodwood staff comprising of 3 pillars: Charity, Sustainability and Social.

Charity Every two years Goodwood partners with a local charity to help raise money, our charity partner for 2023 & 2024 is Dementia Support, which is a fantastic charity based just 8 minutes down the road in Tangmere (yes, we have timed it!).

Wellbeing Goodwood is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of all our people. This very much supports creating a happy, healthy and harmonious place to work. Each quarter One Goodwood will have a selection of classes, workshops and master classes for all to take part in.

Social The fun stuff – Goodwood has a great social calendar each year in aid to help raise money for our chosen charity. Think pub quiz, Bingo and the best social event of the year… The Blow Out!

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Goodwood Leadership Team

Events - Racecourse, Motorsport, Event, Content, Commercial Sales, Partnerships Management, Planning, Innovation & Creativity, Ticket Office & Hospitality Entertainment & Hospitality - Hotel, Goodwood House, Kennels, Hound Lodge, Golf and Shoot Estate - Motor Circuit, Forestry, Education, Repairs & Mainenance, Security, Gardens, Farm, Property, Aviation Central Services - Finance, Digital, IT, H&S, Executive Office, Curatorial Customer Experience - Brand and Design Studio Future Growth - Retail, International and Kinrara People & Development - People and Development

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Rewards and Benefits - GM

Goodwood is such a special and unique place to work, our range of benefits is like no other. We really look after our people and want to make sure that everyone is happy and healthy.

Alongside the usual benefits which you can view on our careers page, our General Managers/Directors also are entitled to the following: Car Allowance - You will be provided with a cash car allowance Pension - Contribution of 8% if you are contributing a minimum of 4%.

Private Health Care - You are entitled to join the Company’s Private Health Care Scheme as a single member with a £200 excess.

Holiday entitlement - 27 days per year pro rata to from the date you join.

Event Tickets - Racecourse x 32, Festival of Speed x 2 and Goodwood Revival x 2.

Racecourse Membership - You are entitled to full membership of the Racecourse and will be issued with details upon joining. As a Racecourse member you have access to the Kennels as your Club House. Your Racecourse swing badge will act as your Kennels membership.

Goodwood Gym Membership One Goodwood

Goodwood is like no other employer, the benefits are truly one of a kind and you feel like you are part of a family.

Rachel Smith

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Rewards and Benefits - Director

Goodwood is such a special and unique place to work, our range of benefits is like no other. We really look after our people and want to make sure that everyone is happy and healthy.

Alongside the usual benefits which you can view on our careers page, our Directors also are entitled to the following: Car Allowance - You will be provided with a cash car allowance Pension - Contribution of 8% if you are contributing a minimum of 4%.

Private Health Care - You are entitled to join the Company’s Private Health Care Scheme as a single member with a £200 excess.

Holiday entitlement - 27 days per year pro rata to from the date you join.

Event Tickets - Racecourse x 32, Festival of Speed x 2 and Goodwood Revival x 2.

Racecourse Membership - You are entitled to full membership of the Racecourse and will be issued with details upon joining. As a Racecourse member you have access to the Kennels as your Club House. Your Racecourse swing badge will act as your Kennels membership.

One Goodwood Golf At Goodwood Membership - You and your family are entitled to full membership of Golf At Goodwood.

Leisure Membership - You and your family are entitled to full membership of the Leisure Club.

GRRC Membership - You are entitled to GRRC membership.

Goodwood is like no other employer, the benefits are truly one of a kind and you feel like you are part of a family.

Rachel Smith

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Goodwood Map