Remote General Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package (base +

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote General Manager to oversee a portfolio of hotels, directing strategic, financial and operational aspects from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years in hotel management, proven multi-property leadership, and a strong track record in P&L, budgeting, and forecasting. Remote leadership and a resilient, adaptable mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in hotel management with GM roles emphasized.
• Experience managing multiple properties or large single-site operations.
• Strong financial acumen with P&L, budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making.
• Deep understanding of hotel operations including F&B, Rooms, Sales & Marketing and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for a portfolio of hotels.
• Drive revenue generation and profitability via sales, marketing and ops strategies.
• Ensure consistent guest service and uphold brand standards.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cost controls.
• Lead, motivate and develop on-site hotel management teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and legal regs.
• Monitor market trends to identify opportunities and threats.
• Implement best practices across properties.
• Foster a positive culture with focus on guest satisfaction and employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management / Business Administration

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established international hotel group, is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote General Manager to oversee a portfolio of properties. This is a key leadership role, operating entirely remotely, responsible for the overall strategic direction, operational excellence, and financial performance of designated hotels. You will drive profitability, uphold brand standards, and ensure exceptional guest experiences across all managed locations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive general management experience in the hospitality sector, a strong understanding of financial management, and the ability to lead and inspire teams from a distance. This is a critical opportunity to shape the success of multiple hospitality ventures from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and overall management for a portfolio of hotels.
• Drive revenue generation and profitability through effective sales, marketing, and operational strategies.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional guest services and uphold brand standards.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures.
• Lead, motivate, and develop on-site hotel management teams.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and legal regulations.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
• Implement operational improvements and best practices across all properties.
• Foster a positive and productive work culture that emphasizes guest satisfaction and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in hotel management, with a significant portion spent in General Manager roles.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple hotel properties or a large single-site operation.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated ability to manage P&Ls, budgets, and forecasting.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Deep understanding of all hotel operations, including F&B, Rooms Division, Sales & Marketing, and Finance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Allowance for home office setup and technology.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Travel expenses covered for necessary on-site visits.
• The ultimate flexibility of a fully remote leadership role.