Swilcan has been exclusively retained by Aldeburgh Golf Club, a leading 27-hole private members club in Suffolk, to support with their search for an Assistant Secretary.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Secretary (Operations & Membership) will support the Club Secretary in the effective management of the Club, with particular responsibility for membership administration, competitions, and day-to-day operational delivery. The role combines administrative excellence with strong member engagement and operational support, ensuring a consistently high standard of service is delivered to members and visitors.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven working experience in the golf industry
- Thorough knowledge of events and competition/ tournament administration.
- Strong focus on control and process and strong attention to detail
- Good technical and IT skills
- Familiar with and comfortable in a busy small office environment, team player
- Articulate with good interpersonal and written skills
- Leadership role ensuring an exceptional golf experience for members and guests.
ESSENTIAL:
- Strong admin skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with membership software or club management systems preferably with Intelligent Golf.
DESIRABLE:
- Experience in prestigious golf club
- Knowledge of competitions
- Membership organisation experience
- Experience with overseeing the successful delivery of Health & Safety practices.
- Aware of the principles of GDPR compliance
- Knowledge of Xero accounting software
TO APPLY
Please email a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to Douglas Philip, Partner at Swilcan via [email protected]
Application Deadline – Monday 22nd of June 2026
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