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Francesca Dakin

Hungerford,West Berkshire

Summary

Equine Sport Science graduate with a 2:1 honour degree from Nottingham Trent University and a Graduate Diploma in Law from De Montfort University. Result-orient professional with extensive experience in the equine industry, team leadership and excellent communication skills. Dedicated and hard working with a propensity to learn new skills quickly. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve objectives while ensuring collaboration and productivity. I am a quick learning, hardworking and looking forward to new challenges and gaining expertise in a sales driven role.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Girl

Team Lissington
Buttermere, Wiltshire
01.2021 - Current
  • As head groom I am in charge of managing a team of staff and 12 elite event horses competing internationally.
  • I have a very high attention to detail and care. My main role within the team is to organise our day to day routine and care of the horses, discuss competition plans, co-ordinate and plan international trips with shipping agents.
  • Oversee and manage a small team of staff.
  • Liaising with vets, dentists and physios to manage horse medical treatments.
  • Regularly communicate with owners and members of the public.
  • Understanding client and boss' needs generating rapport through call and email.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Freelance Groom and Rider

Meldon Park Estate
Meldon, Northumberland
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Exercised the racehorses and prepared and cared for them before and after races.
  • Monitored horse welfare and wellbeing, identifying and addressing any unmet needs.
  • Maximised equine performance by monitoring equine behaviour and reporting changes.
  • Worked operationally as part of a team and managing the yard when needed.

Head Girl and Rider

Team Monart
Kinoulton, Nottinghamshire
05.2017 - 10.2020
  • Sole responsibility as well as managing a team of staff and horses.
  • Attended National and International competitions.
  • Record keeping of medications and vaccinations.
  • Valuable insight into the world of professional eventing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Equine Sport Science

Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
09/2014 - 07/2017

Bachelor of Arts - Graduate Diploma in Law

De Montfort University
Leicester
09/2018 - 07/2020

A-Levels - History, Psychology, Product Design

Cramlington Learning Village
Cramlington
09/2012 - 07/2014

GCSEs - 13 GCSEs

Cramlington Learning Village
Cramlington
09/2008 - 07/2012

Skills

  • Exceptional product knowledge
  • Passionate about Equine Nutrition
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer skills
  • Motivated and driven by achieving and exceeding targets

Certification

Full UK driving licence and Cat C HGV licence.

Affiliations

  • Running
  • Eventing
  • Swimming
  • Reading

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head Girl

Team Lissington
01.2021 - Current

Freelance Groom and Rider

Meldon Park Estate
10.2020 - 12.2020

Head Girl and Rider

Team Monart
05.2017 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Equine Sport Science

Nottingham Trent University
09/2014 - 07/2017

Bachelor of Arts - Graduate Diploma in Law

De Montfort University
09/2018 - 07/2020

A-Levels - History, Psychology, Product Design

Cramlington Learning Village
09/2012 - 07/2014

GCSEs - 13 GCSEs

Cramlington Learning Village
09/2008 - 07/2012

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