Luxury Hotel General Manager & Growth Leader

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Hotel General Manager / Managing Director to lead luxury hotel operations, drive performance, and set strategic direction across a premium property. The successful candidate will have extensive 5-star hotel management experience, strong financial acumen and a proven ability to lead senior teams, manage budgets, and deliver outstanding guest service.

This is a senior leadership role based in Pretoria with a focus on growth, operational excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Property Management or related discipline.
• 8–10+ years' experience in property or operations management.
• 5+ years' experience in a senior leadership position.
• Luxury/5-star hotel management experience is essential.
• Proven experience managing complex or multi-site operations.
• Strong financial and commercial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall operations and performance of the hotel.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational business plans.
• Drive revenue growth, profitability and operational efficiency.
• Manage budgets, financial performance and cost control.
• Lead, mentor and develop senior management and operational teams.
• Ensure consistently high luxury and 5-star service standards.
• Manage guest experience and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Oversee property maintenance, facilities and operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and industry standards.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and continuous improvement.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions where required.
• Manage suppliers, contractors and strategic business partners.
• Ensure effective risk management and operational controls.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or related discipline

Job description

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Hotel General Manager / Managing Director to lead luxury hotel operations, drive performance, and set strategic direction across a premium property. The successful candidate will have extensive 5-star hotel management experience, strong financial acumen and a proven ability to lead senior teams, manage budgets, and deliver outstanding guest service.

This is a senior leadership role based in Pretoria with a focus on growth, operational excellence and