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Assistant Secretary/Manager, Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club, Bridgend.

22 July 2026

We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Manager to join the Club’s senior leadership team. This is a broad, high-impact role at the operational heart of the Club, supporting the Secretary Manager across administration, membership services, events, golf operations and compliance.

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About Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club:

Founded in 1922, Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club is one of Wales’s most celebrated links clubs, consistently ranked among the leading courses in Wales.

As a championship venue it has hosted both Men’s and Women’s Amateur Championships and been a Final Qualifying venue for the Ladies British Open and the Men’s Senior Open.

Recently there have been some major projects completed by introducing Trackman technology to the Driving Range and a complete refurbishment of the clubhouse.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Manager to join the Club’s senior leadership team. This is a broad, high-impact role at the operational heart of the Club, supporting the Secretary Manager across administration, membership services, events, golf operations and compliance.

The successful candidate will act as the Secretary / Manager’s deputy, keeping the Club’s day-to-day operations running smoothly and providing the organisational backbone that allows the wider team to deliver an outstanding experience.

What you’ll do:

General Management & Deputy Leadership

  • Act as day-to-day deputy to the Secretary / Manager, managing Club matters within agreed authority levels when required.
  • Support preparation of minutes, reports and papers for captain’s committee meetings, and coordinate the management team meeting cycle.
  • Liaise with the Bar and Kitchen Managers to sign off shift rotas and wet/dry stock levels.

Membership Services

  • Work with the Administration/Finance Assistant to deliver a high-quality, responsive service to all Club members.
  • Maintain accurate membership records in compliance with data protection legislation.
  • Lead the development and delivery of member communications — newsletters, event announcements and Club updates.
  • Handle member queries and complaints relating to administrative and membership matters, resolving at the first point of contact wherever possible.
  • To maintain the housekeeping standards demanded by members across all clubhouse areas.

Events, Bookings & Golf Operations

  • Manage incoming event enquiries converting them into confirmed bookings and coordinating the Club’s event diary across departments.
  • Support the Clubhouse Team in the planning and delivery of Club social events.
  • Provide day-to-day management support to PGA Professionals, including tee sheet coordination and competition administration.
  • Administer Club competitions — entries, results, handicap correspondence and member communications — working closely with the Pro Shop team.

Marketing, Communications & PR

  • Lead the Club’s day-to-day marketing and communications activity, including the website, social media channels and member newsletters, ensuring content is engaging, accurate and reflects the Club’s brand and identity.
  • Plan and deliver social media content that promotes Club events, competitions, news and the wider visitor offering, building engagement with members and the wider golfing community.
  • Support press and PR activity for the Club, including drafting press releases, coordinating media enquiries and helping to raise the Club’s profile ahead of major events.
  • Work with external agencies and partners on advertising and promotional campaigns as required, ensuring all activity is on brand and delivers good value for the Club.

Compliance & Governance

  • Maintain the Club’s compliance register covering licensing, health and safety, data protection and employment law.
  • Support the Secretary / Manager in delivering and communicating the Club’s strategic plan.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

  • Dedication, ambition, responsibility and sincerity.
  • Proven experience in a senior operational or management role, ideally within a golf club, private members’ club, hospitality venue or comparable organisation.
  • Exceptional organisational ability — you manage multiple priorities without losing grip on the detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to deal effectively with members, staff, committee members and external partners.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-structured reports, letters and member communications.
  • Comfortable working with golf software systems, membership databases and standard office software (Microsoft 365).
  • A high degree of discretion and professionalism in all matters.
  • A genuine commitment to delivering an outstanding experience for members and our guests.

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of or passion for golf and its traditions.
  • Experience with BRS and Club Systems operating platforms.
  • Practical experience of marketing, social media management, advertising or PR, ideally within a membership, hospitality or sporting environment.
  • Experience of working within a governance structure involving a Board or Committee.

What We Offers:

Joining Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club means becoming part of a close-knit, highly motivated team at one of Wales’s finest golf clubs. We offer a rewarding working environment, development, progression, and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the Club’s continued success.

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Training and continued professional development commitment.
  • Courtesy membership.
  • Staff meals on duty.
  • A supportive, collaborative working culture within a Club with an outstanding reputation and an exciting future.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a current CV and a covering letter setting out your relevant experience and your reasons for applying to:

Simon Hopkin
Secretary Manager
Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club
Waun Y Mer, Kenfig.
Bridgend, CF33 4PU

Or by email to: [email protected]

The deadline for applications is the 16th August 2026.. Interviews are scheduled for 24th & 25th August 2026. We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be identified, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club is an equal opportunities employer.

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