Managing Director

T-pro; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality management company is seeking a visionary Managing Director for its full-service 4-star hotel in the Cork region. This executive role involves strategic direction, operational leadership, and commercial performance to maintain market leadership while preparing for future growth. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in hotel management and thrive in a dynamic and people-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as GM or MD in leading full-service hotels or resorts.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, commercially driven, and people-focused environment.
• Experience in strategic direction and operational delivery.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the hotel's strategic direction and operational delivery.
• Work closely with the Group Leadership Team to ensure market leadership.
• Prepare for future opportunities and expansion in the Cork region.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Commercial Performance

People Development

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Manager at Cliste Hospitality and The iNUA Collection

Managing Director – 4-Star Hotel | Cork Region

Cork Region, Ireland | Executive Leadership Role

Posted by Cliste Hospitality

Cliste Hospitality is seeking a visionary Managing Director to lead a high-performing, full-service 4-star hotel in the Cork region. This is a rare opportunity to take on an executive leadership position within one of Ireland’s most progressive hospitality management companies.

Cliste Hospitality wishes to grow its footprint in the Cork region, and therefore there will be opportunities for expansion of this role in the coming years.

The hotel serves a dynamic blend of midweek corporate guests and weekend leisure travellers, and boasts an extensive offering:

•Large-scale conference and event facilities

•A thriving restaurant and bar

•A well-appointed leisure centre with pool and gym

•Spa and wellness services

As Managing Director, you will take full ownership of the hotel's strategic direction, operational delivery, commercial performance, and people development. You will work closely with Cliste Hospitality’s Group Leadership Team to ensure the hotel continues to perform as a market leader — while also preparing for future opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced hotelier with a proven track record as GM or MD in leading full-service hotels or resorts, and who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially driven, and people-focused environment.

Why Join Cliste?

You’ll be joining a passionate, purpose-led company that prioritises innovation, operational excellence, and leadership development. For the right candidate, this is more than a job — it's a platform for regional influence and future growth.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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