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Director of Golf, Spa and Leisure

Director of Golf, Spa and Leisure

  • Location

    Newport

  • Sector:

    Health & Fitness, Leisure, Spa & Wellness

  • Job type:

    Full Time

  • Salary:

    To £78,000 per annum + £15,600 bonus+ excellent benefits

  • Contact:

    Mark Manning

  • Contact email:

    mjm@leisurepeople.com

  • Job ref:

    MJM16121_1765885914

Director of Golf, Spa and Leisure - Newport, Wales

Up to £78,000 + up to £15, 600 bonus +excellent benefits

We are looking for a Director of Golf, Spa and Leisure 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 expertise in at least two of golf, 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.