Tag: France

General Manager – Bordeaux

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We are seeking a General Manager to lead the operations of a hotel situated in Bordeaux, France.

As General Manager, you will take full P&L responsibility, leading a talented on-site team across all departments including Operations, HR, Finance, Sales, and F&B. You will represent the property in the local market, drive commercial success, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in line with company  brand standards.

Key responsibilities:

  • Deliver annual budget and business objectives
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team
  • Ensure excellence in operations and customer service
  • Drive commercial growth through proactive sales and revenue management
  • Uphold brand standards and operational efficiency

What we’re looking for:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as Director of Operations or Hotel Manager in an internationally branded hotel
  • Strong leadership, communication, and commercial acumen
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, performance, and profitability
  • Fluent in English and French
  • Hands-on, strategic, and motivational leader
  • Previous experience with lifestyle hotel brands

If you’re a passionate hospitality leader ready to make a lasting impact in one of France’s most vibrant cities, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Mara at mm@madisonmayfair.com or call on +44 20 8600 1169

Director of Revenue – Cannes

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Director of Revenue to join our client’s leadership team at a hotel in the beautiful city of Cannes. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role will play a key part in shaping their commercial strategy and driving revenue performance across all channels.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead the revenue management function, ensuring optimal pricing, availability, and inventory control.
  • Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and city events to maximize demand and profitability.
  • Develop and implement strategies to achieve budget and forecast targets.
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and reservations teams to align commercial initiatives.
  • Oversee e-commerce activities and ensure online content is accurate and revenue-focused.
  • Deliver clear reporting, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Manage and inspire the reservations team, promoting teamwork and service excellence.

What we’re looking for:

  • A degree in a relevant field, with at least 5 years’ experience in revenue management or financial/strategic planning within hospitality.
  • Strong analytical, strategic, and decision-making skills.
  • Proven knowledge of revenue management principles, pricing concepts, and distribution strategies.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (French is a plus).
  • A proactive, results-driven leader who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Why join?
You’ll be part of a passionate team in a prestigious location, with the opportunity to shape the commercial success and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

For more information or to apply, please contact Mara at mm@madisonmayfair.com or call on +44 20 8600 1169

General Manager, France – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This job opening has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

Are you an experienced Hotel General Manager with a proven track record in leading significant hospitality operations? We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to take the helm of a premier branded hotel in one of France’s major cities.

About the Role:

As General Manager, you will oversee the strategic and operational management of a high-profile property with state-of-the-art MICE facilities, including at least 3,000 sqm of meeting space. You will drive commercial success, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and lead a high-performing team in a major European gateway city.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Lead and inspire a team to achieve operational excellence and financial targets.
✔ Oversee large-scale MICE operations, ensuring seamless execution of conferences and events.
✔ Drive revenue growth through strategic sales, marketing, and brand positioning.
✔ Maintain top-tier guest satisfaction and service standards in a competitive market.
✔ Ensure operational efficiency and compliance with brand standards.

Key Requirements:

🔹 Proven experience as a General Manager in a significant hotel with extensive conference and event facilities.
🔹 A background in a major European gateway city with exposure to international markets.
🔹 Strong commercial acumen with experience in driving revenue and profitability.
🔹 Expertise in managing large-scale MICE operations.
🔹 Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

For more information or to apply, please contact Mara at mm@madisonmayfair.com or call on +44 20 8600 1169

General Manager, Paris CDG – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This job opening has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

We are currently looking for a General Manager for an internationally branded hotel which is located at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.

As General Manager, this individual will be responsible for delivering the annual budget through agreed commercial strategies. Candidates should have successful experience in managing all the key business functions required of a GM, including operations, finance, sales, revenue and e-commerce – all in an upscale/luxury branded environment.  A hands-on operator with strong people management skills driving employee engagement and delivering the highest levels of customer service.

Candidate Requirements

  • A highly experienced General Manager with internationally branded hotel groups, minimum 3 years’ experience as General Manager in a medium or large hotel
  • Previous career experience working in a branded city centre or airport property
  • A strong understanding of sales and marketing, revenue and e-commerce
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills
  • Proven leadership skills involving the ability to manage, develop and motivate a strong executive team to achieve their objectives
  • A positive and motivated hands-on approach
  • Fluent English and French speaker
  • Experience in positively managing a unionized workforce
  • Proven track record in client negotiations and account strategizing
  • Degree qualification – not essential but desirable

For more information or to apply, please contact Guy Lean at mm@madisonmayfair.com or call on +44 208 600 1180

Please note that due to the expected level of response, it will only be possible to contact candidates who have the relevant and required level of experience.

Regional General Manager, Paris – Position Filled

Posted on by Katherine Wyles

This job opening has now been filled. Please check our latest job opportunities here

This role will take full responsibility for driving performance and ensuring the operating potential of hotel assets is maximised.  The successful candidate will possess hands-on and successful experience in managing all the key business functions required of a GM, including operations, finance, sales, revenue and e-commerce. Additionally, to support and influence one or more GM’s as a cluster leader. All in an entrepreneurial dynamic business environment where operational excellence is a key standard.

Key Skills & Qualifications

  • A highly experienced Cluster Manager (or Area GM) with internationally branded hotel groups
  • Previous career experience working in the Paris Market
  • Experience driving financial/commercial performance across a portfolio of hotels
  • P&L responsibility for cluster/region or group of hotels
  • Current or previous experience working in France
  • Fluent in English and French
  • Proven track record setting and reviewing KPI’s, budgets and forecasts and ability to challenge performance
  • Strong leader able to deliver agreed strategy and improvements across the business
  • Self-starter, capable of handling multi-faceted projects whilst working under pressure
  • Experience with CapEx projects

 

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