Broad and senior role acting as Chief Executive of the UK''s foremost yacht club The Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS) is the most prestigious yacht club in the United Kingdom, with its clubhouse located in the Grade 2 listed Cowes Castle on the Isle of Wight. As a club owned and run by its members for its members, it runs a busy annual programme of high-level national and international regattas, and it is a major force in yacht racing. The RYS is Challenger of Record for the next America''s Cup. The current Secretary will be retiring from Summer 2026 after long and distinguished service, leaving the RYS as a well-run and financially stable organisation with a well-established membership base. Leading a small management team and responsible to the Committee through the Flag Officers, this is a wide-ranging role. Responsibilities range from overseeing regattas and cruises to maintaining high-end accommodation in the Castle, and operating it as a significant hospitality venue. Maintaining a wide range of relationships at the most senior levels (eg with the Royal Navy) is a key part of the role. Applicants will need proven managerial, leadership and strategic skills, with demonstrated ability as leader of a small and specialist team. An enthusiasm for the sea and yachting is desirable, but personal sailing experience and knowledge is not essential. An ability to understand the governance implications of a membership organisation is, however, important. The successful candidate will be