General Manager - Derby, Derbyshire

JD Gyms; Derby; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness company in Derby seeks an experienced manager to lead a new gym. Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, driving commercial performance, and developing a successful team. Candidates should have management experience in the leisure industry and a passion for customer service. This full-time role offers a competitive package including gym membership and private health care.

Benefits

JD Discount card

Free Private Health Care

Annual Leave Scheme

Free Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Proven track record of management experience.
• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
• Capability to drive sales and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day gym operations.
• Enhance commercial performance of the gym.
• Recruit and develop team members.

Skills

Management experience in leisure industry

Passion for customer service

Leadership skills

Sales driving skills

Team recruitment and training

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

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10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week

This role requires an inspirational leader with proven flair and commercial ability, as well as the skill, energy, and determination to drive and develop the business. We're looking for a manager with experience in developing the standards and reputation of this new gym while nurturing a growing membership base and team.

The Role:

• To inspirationally lead and manage the day-to-day running of the gym.
• To lead and deliver the commercial performance of the business.
• To lead and deliver the operational excellence of the gym.
• To deliver the set KPIs.
• To recruit, train, and develop their own team and lead them to success.

The Candidate:

• Must have a proven and successful track record of management experience within a leisure-related industry.
• Must be passionate about customer service and be an inspirational leader in the way they manage.
• Must be qualified to at least Level 2 Gym Instructor.
• Must have a proven track record in driving sales and coordinating local marketing activity as well as recruiting and managing a successful team.
• Ideally, will have experience as a General Manager overseeing all business areas within a leisure facility or substantial experience as a Fitness Manager or similar operational role.
• JD Discount card at all JD affiliates.
• Free Private Health Care.
• Annual Leave Scheme.
• Free Gym Membership.

If you see yourself as an inspirational leader with a great track record, please apply in confidence by submitting your CV and a covering letter with details of your current salary package.

This role requires an inspirational leader with proven flair and commercial ability, as well as the skill, energy, and determination.