General Manager - Premium Venue

COREcruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment is seeking a General Manager for a premium London events venue. You will lead all operations, sales performance and client experience with full P&L ownership, driving revenue and delivering exceptional events in a high-profile setting.

You will manage VIP clients and stakeholders, oversee CRM and pricing, and build a high-performing team to maintain a best-in-class reputation in the London events market.

Qualifications

• Previous GM or senior leader in premium venue or events business.
• Strong commercial mindset with full P&L management experience.
• Track record of driving sales growth and client retention.
• Experience with VIP clients and stakeholders.
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills.
• Highly organised, detail-driven and professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall venue operations and flawless event delivery.
• Drive revenue growth through proactive sales and business development.
• Own full P&L, forecasting, budgeting and financial performance.
• Build and manage relationships with VIP clients and key stakeholders.
• Oversee CRM strategy and client engagement.
• Lead pricing, contracts and commercial strategy.
• Ensure operational excellence, compliance and service standards.
• Manage, develop and inspire a high-performing team.

Skills

P&L management

Sales leadership

VIP client management

Team leadership

Operations management

Event industry knowledge

Job description

Job Title: General Manager – Premium London Events Venue

Location: London
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus

We are working with a prestigious, high-end London venue seeking a General Manager to lead all aspects of operations, sales performance, and client experience.This is a senior, high-profile role with full P&L ownership, responsible for driving revenue, delivering exceptional events, and maintaining a best-in-class reputation within the London events market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall venue operations, ensuring flawless event delivery
• Drive revenue growth through proactive sales and business development
• Own full P&L, forecasting, budgeting, and financial performance
• Build and manage relationships with VIP clients and key stakeholders
• Oversee CRM strategy and client engagement
• Lead pricing, contracts, and commercial strategy
• Ensure operational excellence, compliance, and service standards
• Manage, develop, and inspire a high-performing team

About You

• Proven experience as a General Manager or senior leader in a premium venue or events business
• Strong commercial mindset with full P&L management experience
• Track record of driving sales growth and client retention
• Experience managing high-profile/VIP clients and stakeholders
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills
• Highly organised, detail-driven, and professional

What You’ll Bring

• A polished, client-facing approach with strong presence
• Strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery
• Passion for luxury events and exceptional service
• Ability to lead from the front in a fast-paced environment