Governance Officer

The Hurlingham Club; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic private member club in Greater London is seeking a Governance Officer to enhance its governance framework. This role offers ownership, autonomy, and influence while working closely with various senior committees. You will support governance processes and ensure compliance across the organisation. The position offers flexibility, with full or part-time options and a salary circa £50,000, alongside excellent benefits such as an annual bonus scheme and generous leave.

Benefits

23 days' annual leave

Generous contributory pension

Life assurance

Free meals on duty

Annual bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in governance or membership organisations is desirable.
• Curiosity, judgement, discretion, and a desire to contribute at a high level are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure governance processes run smoothly and effectively.
• Support Trustees and Committees with governance services.
• Advise on governance matters and best practices.
• Maintain governance records and ensure compliance.

Skills

Outstanding organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT capability (Microsoft 365)

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

CRM or database systems

Job description

Overview

Governance Officer | London (Hybrid Options) | Full Time or Part Time | c.£50,000 & Excellent Benefits

Shape governance at one of the world’s most iconic private member clubs.

Set within 42 acres of landscaped grounds on the banks of the River Thames, The Hurlingham Club is internationally recognised as one of the finest private member clubs in the world. Since 1869, its heritage, sporting excellence and vibrant member community have made it truly exceptional — and a unique place to build your career.

Blending historic tradition with a progressive outlook, the Club brings together more than 20 specialist departments and a diverse, engaged membership. Excellence, responsibility and courtesy sit at the heart of everything we do.

Governance Officer Opportunity

We are seeking a Governance Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting and strengthening the Club’s governance framework. This is a distinctive position offering real ownership, autonomy and influence.

Working closely with the Trustees, Main Committee, principal sub-committees and Senior Leadership Team, you will be the trusted expert ensuring governance processes run smoothly, compliantly and effectively across the organisation.

Whether you’re an experienced governance professional or a sharp, inquisitive individual looking to deepen your expertise, this role offers exposure, responsibility and the chance to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as the central point of expertise for governance, compliance and rule implementation
• Supporting Trustees, Committees and sub-committees with high-quality governance and secretariat services
• Advising on governance matters, committee structures and best practice
• Keeping abreast of relevant legislation and regulatory developments, recommending updates as required
• Coordinating committee elections and appointments with fairness and transparency
• Establishing and managing the annual governance cycle across the organisation
• Planning, preparing and distributing agendas, board packs, papers and reports
• Drafting governance papers for Committee consideration
• Attending key meetings, producing accurate and timely minutes and tracking actions
• Maintaining governance records, ensuring confidentiality and data protection compliance
• Managing and updating the governance section of the Club’s website

What You’ll Bring

• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confidence building relationships across departments, senior leaders and members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Strong IT capability (Microsoft 365) and experience with CRM or database systems
• A proactive, adaptable and professional approach
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Previous experience in governance, membership organisations or private members’ clubs is desirable but not essential. What matters most is curiosity, judgement, discretion and a desire to contribute at a high level.

Working Pattern & Reward

• Full time or part time considered
• Hybrid working, with one work-from-home day per week (additional flexibility considered)
• Monthly evening committee meetings and occasional out-of-hours commitments
• Salary circa £50,000 FTE (40-hour week)

Benefits

• 23 days’ annual leave (rising to 28 with service) plus Bank Holidays
• Generous contributory pension
• Life assurance, group income protection and enhanced sick pay
• Annual bonus scheme and performance review
• Free meals on duty, staff social events and free onsite parking
• And more…

Join us and help safeguard the governance of a truly exceptional institution. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration