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Operations Director :Gym/leisure business A GBP 90,000

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Greater London

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Director to lead its expansion in the gym and leisure sector. This role demands a strong operational leader with experience in managing multiple locations and a hands-on approach to ensure operational excellence. You will work closely with senior management and various teams to drive business growth and maintain high standards across all locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic company with ambitious growth plans and make a significant impact in the leisure industry.

Qualifications

  • Director-level experience in managing multiple locations in the leisure sector.
  • Strong operational background in gyms and fitness businesses.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee operational execution across multiple gym locations.
  • Manage budgets, staffing, and strategy to drive business growth.

Skills

Operational Leadership
Financial Acumen
Team Leadership
Project Management

Education

Director-level experience
Experience in leisure sector

Job description

Salary: A GBP 80/90,000 basic (MUST be able to drive and have a car)

Location: London, Southeast England, and Midlands

Position Overview: The Operations Director will be responsible for overseeing all things gym and leisure focused across London, the Southeast, and the Midlands, as well as working closely with the board. This role requires a strong operational leader to manage expansion, ensuring smooth launches and maintaining high standards across multiple locations. You manage your own diary: out and about in the field and in Head Office when needed, flexi working.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Work closely with senior managers, area managers, marketing, HR, IT, purchasing, and project teams to ensure seamless execution.
  2. Full operational oversight, including budgets, staffing, and strategy, while keeping all teams aligned and driving business growth.

The Operations Director Candidate:
  • Director-level experience with a background in managing multiple locations and overseeing area managers: MUST come from the leisure sector.
  • Strong operational background in gyms, fitness, or multi-site leisure businesses.
  • Experience in international expansion, acquisitions, and new site openings.
  • Commercially minded with strong financial acumen and experience working with business owners.
  • A hands-on approach, able to lead teams and ensure operational excellence.
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in a senior operations role.

This is an opportunity to take on a leadership position in an expanding gym business with ambitious growth plans. Only candidates with relevant experience in gyms or multi-site leisure businesses will be considered.

Please send your CV to Stuart Hills or call 790 for a chat in more detail.

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