General Manager, Murrayfield Golf Club

Club Management Association of Europe; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murrayfield Golf Club, a private members club just minutes from Edinburgh city centre, is seeking a forward-thinking General Manager to lead all aspects of club operations and its long-term strategy.

Reporting to a supportive governance structure, you will foster a positive clubhouse culture, lead the team, and oversee day-to-day operations across the club, shaping member experience and future development.

Qualifications

• A proven record in effectively managing a service-based organisation
• A thorough understanding of the operational and governance demands of a private members golf club
• An outgoing personality to positively influence the performance of others

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive club culture
• Leading & developing the whole team
• Overseeing day-to-day operations across the whole club
• Operating within a supportive governance structure and influencing the future direction and development of the club

Job description

Murrayfield Golf Club – a forward-looking private members’ club located just five minutes from Edinburgh city centre

Established in 1896 as an inclusive club for both men and women, it seamlessly blends a rich heritage with an enviable urban

location. The 18-hole parkland/heathland course offers panoramic views across Scotland’s capital, complemented by a vibrant clubhouse, full practice facilities, a popular club shop and first-class PGA coaching services.

With a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and a diverse membership of over 1,500, Murrayfield presents an exciting opportunity for an incoming General Manager to lead a club where tradition, member experience and forward-thinking vision meet.

Following the retirement of the current GM, the club is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager to lead all aspects of club operations and lead its long-term strategic development.

The new General Manager’s key responsibilities will include:

• Fostering a positive club culture
• Leading & developing the whole team
• Overseeing day-to-day operations across the whole club

The General Manager will operate within a supportive governance structure and be central to influencing the future direction and development at the club.

Closing date for applications is midday on Friday 13th November 2026

with interviews to take place on Monday 30th November

In order to meet these challenges, the successful candidate must demonstrate:

• A proven record in effectively managing a service-based organisation
• A thorough understanding of the operational and governance demands of a private members golf club
• An outgoing personality to positively influence the performance of others

An attractive package commensurate with experience is on offer to the successful candidate.

This senior management position is being promoted by Contemporary Club Leadership.