Executive Secretary & Club Leader - Premier Yacht Club

Guardian Jobs; Cowes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious yacht club in Cowes seeks a Chief Executive to lead its management team and oversee regattas. The role requires proven leadership and strategic skills, with an emphasis on maintaining high-end hospitality at the clubhouse. Candidates should have enthusiasm for yachting and the ability to manage relationships with senior organizations. The challenge of this influential position offers significant status within the yachting community. Application details can be found online, closing date 2nd February 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven managerial, leadership, and strategic skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small and specialist team.
• Enthusiasm for the sea and yachting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small management team and report to the Committee.
• Oversee regattas and cruises.
• Maintain high-end accommodation in Cowes Castle.
• Operate the castle as a significant hospitality venue.
• Maintain senior-level relationships.

Skills

Managerial skills

Leadership skills

Strategic skills

Relationship management

Job description

A prestigious yacht club in Cowes seeks a Chief Executive to lead its management team and oversee regattas. The role requires proven leadership and strategic skills, with an emphasis on maintaining high-end hospitality at the clubhouse. Candidates should have enthusiasm for yachting and the ability to manage relationships with senior organizations. The challenge of this influential position offers significant status within the yachting community. Application details can be found online, closing date 2nd February 2026.