General Manager

We are seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead an iconic, ultra-luxury property. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned hospitality professional with a proven track record in opening and operating luxury hotels at the highest level of service and operational excellence.

This role requires a visionary leader who combines commercial acumen with a deep understanding of luxury clientele, personalised service, and uncompromising attention to detail. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience, building an extraordinary team, and delivering outstanding financial performance.

What you’ll do…

• You will lead all aspects of the hotel’s pre-opening, working closely with owners, developers, and operators to ensure a seamless launch. This includes managing project timelines, OS&E/FF&E coordination, and budget oversight, while translating brand values into a distinctive, authentic luxury guest experience.
• You will define and embed a refined service philosophy, ensuring each guest touchpoint reflects the property's identity and commitment to excellence.
• With full P&L responsibility, you will drive strong financial performance through strategic budgeting, cost control, and insightful reporting. You will lead commercial initiatives across the property, optimising pricing and positioning, while developing high-impact marketing, PR, and partnership strategies to build brand visibility and attract a loyal luxury clientele.
• A proven people leader, they will recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture rooted in excellence, collaboration, and personalised service.
• You will act as a key liaison to owners and stakeholders, and will maintain transparent, trust-based relationships while providing clear, strategic direction on all aspects of performance and operations.

• Extensive experience as a General Manager in ultra-luxury hospitality, including successful pre-opening leadership.
• A deep understanding of the expectations of luxury clientele, with a focus on discretion, privacy, and highly personalised service.
• Commercially astute with a track record of delivering strong financial and operational results.
• Charismatic leadership presence, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Culturally aware and globally minded, able to inspire teams in diverse, international environments.

• The rare opportunity for a visionary leader to take the helm of one of the most anticipated luxury hotel openings in London.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands.
• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.