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Tiverton Golf Club is seeking an experienced, outgoing, and member-focused Club Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our established club in the heart of Devon.
Founded in 1932, the club is set in an attractive parkland environment, enjoying a strong reputation with a full and active membership. We are proud of our traditions, welcoming atmosphere and high-quality experience for members and visitors.
We are looking for an approachable, proactive, and commercially aware manager to lead our team, build strong relationships, and support the club’s continued success.
The Role:
Reporting to the Management Committee, you will oversee the club’s daily operation, providing leadership across departments and maintaining high operational, financial, and service standards.
Working closely with the Heads of Department, you will develop a cohesive, professional team while balancing member needs with the efficient and sustainable management of the business.
Key Objectives
- Operations: Ensure facilities, services and activities run efficiently and consistently to a high standard.
- Staff management: Lead and support the Heads of Department, promoting teamwork, accountability, and effective communication.
- Member experience: Maintain a visible, approachable presence, respond constructively to feedback, and ensure members remain central to decision-making.
- Financial management: Monitor budgets, expenditure and performance, maintain effective controls and support the club’s financial objectives.
- Communication: Ensure clear, timely and professional communication between staff, members, and the Management Committee.
- Systems and administration: Use IT, club management software, and digital systems to support administration, reporting and efficiency.
- Standards and compliance: Oversee health and safety, licensing, employment responsibilities, and other relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance services, working practices and the member and visitor experience while respecting the club’s character and traditions.
About You
You will have:
- Proven management experience in a golf club, sports club, hospitality business, or similar member-focused organisation. Golf club management experience is preferred but not essential.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills, including experience motivating teams and managing Heads of Department.
- An outgoing, approachable personality with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A genuine commitment to customer service and an understanding of members’ club expectations.
- Commercial awareness, including budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.
- Confidence using IT systems, club management software, and standard business applications.
- A good understanding of golf, golf club operations, and members’ club culture.
- A practical, organised, and proactive approach, with the confidence to make decisions, solve problems and take responsibility.
The Opportunity
An opportunity to make a difference in a highly rated members’ Golf Club with a strong membership and proud history. Working closely with the Management Committee and Heads of Department, you will help build on the club’s strengths and support its continued development. We are seeking someone who combines professional management ability with warmth, enthusiasm, and a genuine understanding of members’ golf clubs.
Employment Details
- Working pattern: Five-day working week, including Saturdays.
- Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.
How to apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
Application email: [email protected]
Closing date: 24/11/26.
By Mark Shanley
