Managing Director Leisure

COREcruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment Ltd is seeking a commercially minded Managing Director for their London operations. This role focuses on driving performance, operational excellence, and scaling the business in the hospitality sector.

The ideal candidate will possess strong operational leadership qualities, a proven record in luxury markets, and an entrepreneurial flair. The role offers autonomy and influence over strategic decisions within a growing brand.

Join a dynamic environment dedicated to excellence and innovation!

Qualifications

• MD/Operations Director/Regional or Cluster Director background.
• Experience in luxury hospitality and/or premium leisure (ideal).
• Proven track record of growth.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the London operation.
• Shape and deliver business strategy across operations, finance, and marketing.
• Drive commercial performance and growth.

Skills

Strong commercial operator

Leadership in operations

Financial acumen

Experience in luxury hospitality

Entrepreneurial spirit

Job description

Commercial Managing Director – Leisure/ Hospitality – London (2 sites and growing)

Location: London, Salary £100,000

We are looking for a commercially minded Managing Director to join a growing London-based business operating across leisure with some hospitality. This is a smaller, fast-growing concept with a strong brand identity, and the focus is firmly on commercial growth, operational excellence, and scaling the business in the right way. The successful individual will take full ownership of the operation, working closely with the Founder and Creative Director to drive performance, structure, and long-term value. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who can lead from the front, bring fresh commercial thinking, and has successfully grown a business before.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the London operation with autonomy at MD/Operations Director level
• Shape and deliver overall business strategy across operations, finance, and marketing
• Lead day‑to‑day operations while driving commercial performance and growth
• Build, develop, and support senior management teams
• Implement SOPs and scalable operational frameworks
• Identify and deliver new revenue streams, expansion, and growth opportunities
• Ensure high service standards aligned to a luxury brand
• Deliver strong financial and operational KPIs
• Work closely with owners on key strategic and operational decisions

Qualifications

• MD/Operations Director/Regional or Cluster Director background
• Experience in luxury hospitality and/or premium leisure (ideal)
• Strong commercial operator with a proven track record of growth
• Experience running multi‑revenue‑stream business
• Financially strong with hands‑on operational capabilities
• Entrepreneurial, energetic, and comfortable working in a creative founder‑led environment
• London / European experience an advantage