Director of Leisure, Spa & Golf

Director of Leisure, Spa & Golf – Newport, Wales

Up to £80,000 + up to £15, 600 bonus +excellent benefits

We are looking for a Director of Leisure, Spa & Golf to help shape the future of one of the most prestigious 5-star resorts in the world. The resort offers three world class championship golf courses, four retail outlets, leading golf academy, two spa’s, two health & fitness clubs and a range of activities that generates a combined turnover of over £10m.

Main Accountabilities

• Develop and deliver the operational and commercial strategy across Golf, Spa, and Leisure divisions.
• Lead and oversee all Golf, Spa, Leisure Club, Retail, PGA Services, Membership, and Activity operations.
• Embed a guest-centric, five-star service culture across all departments.
• Lead, develop, and manage senior operational teams, including recruitment, performance, and succession planning.
• Manage budgets and financial performance, driving profitability through cost control, revenue, and yield management.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve commercial performance and operational efficiency.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce SOPs, KPIs, and compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Monitor performance and take corrective action where operational or financial targets are not met.
• Act as the operational lead for event delivery, supporting sales teams and resort-owned events.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation through feedback, evaluation, and measured change.

Benefits

• 35 Days Holiday including bank holidays
• 8% company contributory pension
• Private Healthcare (Family Cover)
• Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance
• Financial & Well-being Support
• Family Leisure Club Membership
• Free Parking
• Ongoing Professional Development & Learning Opportunities
• Discounts across the group
• Support with relocation

The ideal candidate

• At least 3-years senior strategic leadership experience in a similar Director/General Manager role with granular expertise in at least two of golf, health and fitness/leisure or spa.
• Experience of leading large multi-faceted teams, fostering a culture of 5-star standards and a drive for results.
• Experience of yield management, budgeting, revenue forecasting, capital expenditure, stock management and marketing plans.
• Experience in delivering large scale corporate, charity and ideally golf events.
• Experience of collaboration and relationships building with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

For more information, please click apply and we will be in touch promptly if you have the right level of experience.

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