General Manager

About the role

The Connemara Pony Breeders' Society is seeking a General Manager to lead a nationally respected organisation at the heart of Ireland's equine heritage. This full‑time, hybrid role combines strategic leadership with operational oversight to ensure governance, financial sustainability and organisational growth.

Key responsibilities

• Strategic and operational management of the Society
• Governance, compliance and risk management
• Financial planning, budgeting and reporting
• HR leadership and team development
• Delivery of Council decisions and organisational objectives
• Building and maintaining relationships with members, stakeholders and industry partners

Required profile

• Confident senior leader comfortable in a regulated environment
• Strong governance and compliance experience
• Proven financial management and budgeting expertise
• HR and people leadership capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Sound judgement, integrity and professionalism
• Experience with boards, councils, charities, member‑based organisations or regulated bodies is highly regarded

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary up to €70,000 per year
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to lead a respected national organisation with a rich heritage
• Influential role shaping the future of the internationally renowned Connemara Pony
• Work in one of Ireland's most spectacular regions