Head of Racquet Sports
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | SW6 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Pioneering People |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AC/W267/HRS-1107-43919 |
Summary
Head of Racquet Sports / Fulham, London / £55k + Annual Pay Rise & Bonus
Join One of the World’s Finest Private Member Clubs
Nestled within 42 acres of pristine grounds beside the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club is a historic institution known for its elegance, exclusivity, and enduring excellence in sport and leisure. Since 1869, our Club has been a cherished haven for social and sporting life, offering world-class facilities and an exceptional community of over 13,000 members.
We are currently seeking a Head of Racquet Sports – a visionary leader with the passion, drive, and experience to shape the future of our vibrant and diverse racquet sports community.
The Head of Racquet Sport Role:
This is a rare opportunity to take the lead in a prestigious role overseeing one of the most comprehensive and active racquet sport programmes in the UK. With over 5,000 active racquet-sport participants, you’ll lead a multi-disciplinary department covering tennis, padel, squash, pickleball and table tennis.
What’s on Offer?
• Competitive starting salary of £55,000
• 23 days of annual leave (rising to 28 days after 5 years), plus Bank Holidays.
• Generous contributory pension scheme.
• Group income protection, life assurance, and enhanced sick pay.
• Annual performance bonus and pay review.
• Free on-duty meals and on-site parking.
• Exciting staff events and full support for training and progression.
• The opportunity to work at one of the most distinguished and beautiful Clubs in the world.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Racquet Sports:
• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of dedicated staff and professional coaches.
• Design and deliver an innovative and inclusive racquet sports programme covering social play, coaching, and high-profile tournaments.
• Work closely with member committees and Heads of Department to ensure a seamless, collaborative, and member-focused approach.
• Oversee racquet sport events and competitions to the highest standard.
• Manage departmental budgets and retail operations with a focus on data-led decision-making.
• Be a visible, approachable figure across all areas of the Club’s sporting life.
About You
You are a natural leader with a background in racquet sports and the ability to connect with a broad community of players. You bring energy, creativity, and professionalism to everything you do. You are:
• LTA Level 4 qualified (or equivalent) with up-to-date accreditation (or DBS, Safeguarding, First Aid).
• Experienced in managing and growing high-quality coaching and competition programmes.
• Comfortable working in a luxury, member-focused environment.
• Confident with budgets, event planning, and team leadership.
• A strong communicator with emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and an eye for detail.
• Tech-savvy, organised, and collaborative in your approach.
• Able to work across a 7-day rota in a lively, fast-paced Club setting.
Ready to Lead Excellence?
This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to shape the future of racquet sports at a globally recognised institution, surrounded by tradition, innovation, and community spirit.
Apply for this exciting Head of Racquet Sports position now and be part of something exceptional.