Become a groom at Helgstrand Dressage

Are you looking for a job in the horse world where you can bring your own horse, develop yourself, and make new friends? Then read on.

As a groom at Helgstrand Dressage, you'll be involved in preparing the horses for our talented riders. This involves grooming and tacking up the horses, as well as tasks such as bringing them in and out of the stables, some light stable work, and possibly assisting with competitions and events at Helgstrand Dressage and Helgstrand Academy – both in Denmark and abroad.

Unique opportunity to work with some of the world's best horses – and make lifelong friendships.

We expect you to be comfortable handling horses, reliable, and have initiative – but most importantly, that you're eager to develop both professionally and personally.

You'll have an exciting workday with the opportunity to get close to some of the world's best horses. There are set schedules to ensure you know your work plan well in advance, allowing you to plan your workdays and leisure time as it suits you.

When you're not working, there's plenty of opportunity to spend time in the stables and with your new colleagues. Many of them have brought their horses, which they train with after work, and there's strong support for communal meals or other enjoyable activities.

Salary and working conditions tailored to suit you.

At Helgstrand, we offer a comprehensive package of salary and working conditions, which may include:

• Salary (up to 16,000 DKK gross before bonuses).

• Apartment including utilities (electricity/water/heating/internet).

• Horse stabling (including feed, bedding, mucking out, etc.).

• Lunch scheme.

It's up to you how you prefer to structure your salary package. For example, you can choose to receive your full salary without the additional benefits, or you can choose:

• An apartment including utilities, horse stabling, and lunch, with a monthly salary of approximately 6,000 DKK net after standard deductions.

• An apartment including utilities and lunch, with a monthly salary of approximately 9,000 DKK net after standard deductions.

• To receive your salary of approximately 16,000 DKK gross per month – before any bonuses.

Additionally, all our grooms have the opportunity to earn a bonus of up to 12,000 DKK per year after three months of employment, as well as a referral bonus of 5,000 DKK if they recommend someone who is hired.

Practical information

Working hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00 to 16.30 incl. 1 hour break.

Working weekends every third week from 7.00 to 16.00 incl. 1 hour break followed by a day off the next week. 

The position is full-time. If you wish to join the Helgstrand team, please don't hesitate to contact our groom manager Emma at emj@helgstranddressage.dk. Feel free to send us an application today, as we continuously invite candidates for interviews.