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Interim Operations Director – Leisure & Hospitality (6 -months)
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 pro rata
Location London
Are you available immediately? Looking for a challenge within the popular leisure sector? I am looking to speak to an experienced, energetic Interim Operations Director for a 6-month assignment, reporting directly to the founders and joining the Senior Leadership Team. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on operational excellence across multiple high-f profile leisure and hospitality venues in London.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive efficiency and effectiveness across operational teams, including Hospitality, events, Food and Beverage and ensuring all sites meet performance targets and deliver outstanding customer experiences.
- Oversee and optimise support functions such as procurement, health & safety, quality assurance and HR systems, ensuring they contribute fully to business efficiency.
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and transform daily processes, enabling the simultaneous mobilisation of complex projects across multiple locations.
- Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives, delivering measurable improvements in cost, margin, NPS, and project timelines as set by the Senior leadership team.
- Develop and motivate multi-site teams, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring consistent standards across all venues.
- Manage weekly logistics, large-scale seasonal transformations, procurement, sustainability audits, and staff development.
- Actively participate in the Leadership Team, bringing commercial insight, energy, and a collaborative approach to both support and challenge peers.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership in multi-site leisure or hospitality operations, with a track record of delivering commercial results and operational improvements.
- Strong strategic thinking, communication, and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing complex venues, strategic planning, sourcing, purchasing, and managing supplier relationships
- Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences across diverse venues.
This interim role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a leading London leisure business, shaping operations and driving transformation during a pivotal period. The client is offering and initially 6 month contract but the opportunity to continue on a permanent basis is also available at the end of the contract.
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