General / Club Manager

Powerleague; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure venue in Edinburgh is seeking a motivated Club / General Manager to oversee operations at Powerleague Portobello. You will lead a team to ensure exceptional service, manage financial performance, and foster community engagement. The ideal candidate has experience in management within leisure or hospitality and is ready to make a significant impact. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus

Staff discounts on pitches and events

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager, Club Manager, or Store Manager.
• Hands-on leadership style with a track record of meeting targets.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team to deliver exceptional service.
• Oversee financial performance and manage budgets.
• Create a welcoming environment for all visitors.
• Build strong local partnerships and grow footfall.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Financial management

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Club / General Manager - Powerleague Portobello

Location: Portobello

Salary: Up to £40,000 OTE + Benefits

Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

Lead with Confidence. Deliver Results.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Club / General Manager to lead our Powerleague Portobello club, home to our football and latest padel courts.

About Powerleague

Powerleague is the UK’s leading small-sided football and padel operator, with over 40 clubs across the country and growing fast.

Our venues are vibrant, welcoming spaces where people come together to play, socialise, and relax. As we expand into padel tennis, we’re creating new ways for customers to connect and we need great managers to make it happen.

As Club / General Manager, you’ll take full ownership of your Club's performance.

You’ll lead a team, deliver first‑class customer experiences, and make sure Powerleague Portobello becomes the go‑to destination for sport and social activity in the area.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus
• Staff discounts on pitches, padel courts, and events
• Access to our employee perks and benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme for well‑being support
• A lively, fast‑paced workplace where every day is different
• Genuine career progression through training and development
• The opportunity to grow and shape a newly opened venue

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and develop: recruit, train, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional service and operational standards.
• Drive success: oversee financial performance, manage budgets, and deliver on key KPIs and revenue targets.
• Customer experience: create a welcoming, well‑run environment where every visitor leaves with a great impression.
• Community engagement: build strong local partnerships, promote the venue on social media, and grow footfall and repeat business.
• Operational excellence: ensure compliance with health, safety, and brand standards at all times.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a General Manager, Club Manager, or Store Manager in retail, hospitality, or leisure
• A hands‑on leadership style — you lead by example and bring out the best in your team
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of hitting targets
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive, customer‑focused mindset and the confidence to make decisions that drive results

Apply Now

If you’re ready to run your own venue, lead a talented team, and make a visible impact from day one — this is the opportunity for you.

Join Powerleague Portobello and be part of the next big chapter in the UK’s padel and leisure industry.

Apply today and start your leadership journey.