General Manager – Iconic Luxury Lifestyle Resort | Southern Europe

LHC International Southern Europe is a specialised Executive Search boutique focused on Hospitality and Real Estate. Our work centres around identifying and appointing senior leaders and key executives who drive sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term asset value.

We are conducting a confidential search for an exceptional General Manager to lead one of Southern Europe’s most iconic luxury lifestyle resort destinations.

This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a world-class, high-profile beachfront resort known for its vibrant energy, outstanding guest experience, and unique positioning at the intersection of luxury hospitality, gastronomy, wellness, and social lifestyle.

The property operates as a true destination in its own right, attracting an international clientele alongside a loyal and affluent local community.

The Opportunity:

As General Manager, you will have full leadership responsibility for a complex, multi-faceted resort environment including luxury accommodation, private villas, extensive lifestyle and wellness facilities, and a diverse portfolio of restaurants and experiences.

Beyond operations, this role is about leadership, vision, and influence — ensuring the asset continues to evolve, outperform its market, and deliver exceptional experiences.

You will work closely with ownership and senior stakeholders, playing a key role in shaping the resort’s strategic direction and long-term success.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide inspiring leadership to a large, established executive team
• Drive the strategic direction and long-term positioning of the resort
• Act as the key representative with ownership and stakeholders

Operational Excellence

• Ensure flawless delivery of luxury service standards across all areas
• Oversee a complex operation including accommodation, villas, and experiential offerings
• Continuously elevate quality, consistency, and operational performance

Financial Performance

• Full ownership of the resort P&L
• Drive profitability, revenue growth, and operational efficiency
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance strategy

Guest Experience & Reputation

• Ensure an exceptional and memorable guest journey
• Maintain and enhance the property’s reputation as a leading destination
• Personally engage with VIP guests and key moments

Commercial & Lifestyle Positioning

• Strengthen the resort’s positioning as a leading lifestyle destination
• Collaborate with commercial teams to maximise revenue opportunities
• Support the ongoing evolution of experiences, wellness, and social programming

People & Culture

• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and pride

What We Are Looking For:

This role requires a confident, charismatic, and highly commercial hospitality leader.

You will likely bring:

• Significant experience as General Manager within luxury or lifestyle resorts
• Experience managing large, complex, high-profile hospitality assets
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• A natural ability to inspire teams and lead from the front
• Experience working with demanding ownership and stakeholders
• A passion for luxury hospitality and guest experience
• Fluent English and Spanish are required.

Why This Role Is Unique:

This is not a typical General Manager role.

It is an opportunity to lead one of the most recognised and desirable resort destinations in the region — a property with scale, complexity, international visibility, and strong future potential.

The role offers:

• High level of visibility and influence
• Strategic exposure to ownership
• The opportunity to shape the future of an iconic asset
• A dynamic, lifestyle-driven environment

Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only be contacting candidates whose experience and qualifications closely align with the responsibilities outlined in the job description. Please note that only candidates who have the legal right to work in the EU will be considered for this role.