General Manager, New Leisure Centre — Impact & Perks

Places Leisure; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Health & Fitness membership

Flexible working

Annual leave purchase

Learning & development

Company pension

Healthcare cashback

Discounts on activities

Shop & cinema discounts

Job summary

Places Leisure’s Kingston brand-new leisure centre opens Spring 2027, and we are seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead the journey, build a high-performing team, shape the culture and establish the facility at the heart of the local community.

Reporting to the Contract Manager, you will manage day-to-day operations, deliver outstanding service and drive commercial performance while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the centre and maintain high standards of service, presentation and cleanliness.
• Identify and deliver strategic initiatives that drive commercial performance and meet operational targets.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment that encourages participation in sport and wellbeing programmes.

Job description

Places Leisure’s Kingston brand-new leisure centre opens Spring 2027, and we are seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead the journey, build a high-performing team, shape the culture and establish the facility at the heart of the local community.

Reporting to the Contract Manager, you will manage day-to-day operations, deliver outstanding service and drive commercial performance while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.