Commercial Managing Director – leisure/hospitality– London (2 sites and growing)  

Location - London, Salary £100,000 

I am looking out for a a commercially minded Managing Director to join a growing London based business operating across leisure with some hospitality.  This is a smaller, fast-growing concept with a strong brand identity, and the focus is firmly on commercial growth, operational excellence, and scaling the business in the right way. The successful individual will take full ownership of the operation, working closely with the Founder and Creative Director to drive performance, structure, and long-term value. 

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can lead from the front, bring fresh commercial thinking, and has successfully grown a business before. 

The Managing Director Role 

• Full responsibility for the London operation with autonomy at MD/Operations Director level 

• Shape and deliver overall business strategy across operations, finance, and marketing 

• Lead day-to-day operations while driving commercial performance and growth 

• Build, develop, and support senior management teams 

• Implement SOPs and scalable operational frameworks 

• Identify and deliver new revenue streams, expansion, and growth opportunities 

• Ensure high service standards aligned to a luxury brand 

• Deliver strong financial and operational KPIs 

• Work closely with owners on key strategic and operational decisions 

The Ideal Managing Director 

• MD / Operations Director / Regional or Cluster Director background 

• Experience in luxury hospitality and/or premium leisure (both ideal) 

• Strong commercial operator with a proven track record of growth 

• Experience running multi-revenue stream businesses 

• Financially strong with hands-on operational capability 

• Entrepreneurial, energetic, and comfortable working in a creative founder-led environment 

• London / European experience advantageous 

If this sounds like you or someone in your network, please get in touch. 

Please send your CV to me at Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666  

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