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The ClientOur client is a market multi site leisure operation in the UK. With over 15,000 employees this organisation has a proud history, values, and commitment to exceptional customer experience. They are currently looking to appoint a Group Managing Director to lead the business through the next phase of it’s growth journey The RoleAs Managing Director, you will lead a major national organisation with a significant public profile and a complex, dispersed operational model. Core responsibilities include: Setting and executing long‑term strategy for sustainable commercial and community‑driven growth Leading a senior team across operations, finance, legal, commercial development, aquatics and more Strengthening strategic partnerships nationwide Overseeing financial performance, profitability and resource allocation Ensuring exceptional service delivery, operational excellence and customer experience Driving innovation, cultural alignment and continuous improvement across all regions Representing the organisation at the highest levels, influencing stakeholders and shaping sector impact Ensuring regulatory, contractual and governance compliance across the portfolio The PersonWe are seeking an accomplished, values‑driven leader with: Experience running a large, multi‑site organisation with full P&L accountability Strong financial acumen and a track record of commercial success Deep experience managing complex stakeholder relationships Proven operational leadership across sizeable, dispersed workforces Expertise in contract management, compliance and risk A strategic, innovative mindset with the ability to scale best practice An empowering leadership style grounded in integrity, collaboration and community purpose Resilience, authenticity and the ability to navigate a highly visible, customer‑centric environment#J-18808-Ljbffr