Two-Site Leisure Center GM: Growth & Community

Freedom Leisure Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local leisure trust located in Braintree is seeking a Multi-Site General Manager to oversee its Swimming & Fitness and Sports & Health Club. The role involves managing business performance, leading a team, and driving community engagement while ensuring high operational standards. Applicants should have substantial experience in leisure facilities and a passion for promoting active lifestyles among local residents. The position offers a salary of up to £33,000 per annum and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Staff benefit scheme

Discounted Staff membership

Incremental holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Insurance and saving schemes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in leisure facilities.
• Experience in staff training and development.
• Continuous professional development in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for business and budgetary performance.
• Leading the team to ensure operational standards.
• Managing and recruiting the centre team.

Skills

Entrepreneurial ability

Financial acumen

Commercial awareness

People management

Ability to manage priorities

Leadership and motivation

Understanding of leisure services

Crisis management under pressure

Job description

A local leisure trust located in Braintree is seeking a Multi-Site General Manager to oversee its Swimming & Fitness and Sports & Health Club. The role involves managing business performance, leading a team, and driving community engagement while ensuring high operational standards. Applicants should have substantial experience in leisure facilities and a passion for promoting active lifestyles among local residents. The position offers a salary of up to £33,000 per annum and various employee benefits.