Stud Secretary

Tuesday, 2 June, 2026
HR    
Franschhoek  

A Thoroughbred Stud farm in the Franschhoek area seeks to employ a highly organized, hardworking and enthusiastic individual, with excellent communication skills in the abovementioned position.

 Duties include:

  • Financial Administration - Handling invoicing, monthly accounts and wage timebooks
  • Preparing paperwork for studbooks, foal registrations, passports, sales, etc.
  • Assisting the Stud Manager with equine and general administration
  • Staff administration – record leave, update rosters, book appointments
  • Occupational Health and Safety - Implementing existing policies and procedures, create awareness and provide training (toolbox talks)
  • Environmental Impact (ISO) - Implementing existing policies and procedures
  • Events and Functions – coordinate logistics, catering, and invitations with the Hospitality Team
  • Handling / preparing correspondence – answering calls / handling queries
  • Writing reports – typing documents / minute taking / preparing presentations if needed, taking dictation, assisting with writing letters / drawing up contracts if needed
  • General office administration – filing, booking travel, ordering stationery / office equipment
  • Managing Diary – book and organize meetings

 Requirements

  • Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
  • Excellent communication skills (must be fluent in English & Afrikaans), good writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • High capacity to multi-task particularly during the breeding season
  • Must have own transport
  • 3 years’ experience in an office environment
  • Tertiary Qualification - Office Administration Diploma / Certificate

Previous experience working in the thoroughbred breeding industry and with an interest in the thoroughbred breeding and/or racing industry is advantageous.

 Start date: Immediately / July 2026

Salary: Market Related 

Please send Curriculum Vitaes to lanese@rupertwines.com before 09 June 2026.

(Should you not be contacted within 3 weeks of your application, please consider it unsuccessful)