General Manager - New Club Opening

Frasers Group

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Swindon, gb on site Until 10/5/2026 2+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

Frasers Group is a leader in the sports, fitness, and retail industry, driven by a commitment to excellence and innovation. Following the successful launch of our Padel Club in Swindon, we're looking for an experienced and driven General Manager to lead the club into its next phase of growth.

As General Manager, you'll oversee all aspects of the operation, from building a strong member community and leading a high-performing team, to driving commercial success and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to take the reins of a newly established facility, build on its early success, and continue developing a thriving destination for padel and racket sports in the local community.

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  • Lead the overall management of the Paddle Club, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across all departments.
  • Develop and execute strategies to drive membership growth, retention, and satisfaction, aligning with the club’s business goals.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of events, tournaments, and coaching programs, ensuring they are well-organised and deliver value to members.
  • Manage the club’s budget, monitor financial performance, and implement initiatives to drive profitability.
  • Ensure the highest standards of facility maintenance, cleanliness, and safety, providing a top-tier experience for all members.
  • Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team, fostering a positive, motivating, and customer-focused work environment.
  • Handle member inquiries, feedback, and complaints with professionalism, ensuring quick resolution and member satisfaction.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with members, staff, and the local community to enhance the club’s reputation and reach.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities, adapting strategies as needed to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Report regularly on club performance, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
  • 2+ years’ experience in a team leader, supervisory or management role.
  • Ideally experienced in working with LTA 
  • Must have a passion for Padel Racket Sports and all things health and fitness.
  • Full availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proven attention to detail.
  • Proficient in problem solving and able to work proactively within a team environment to meet established corporate goals and sales objectives.
  • Ability to lead and motivate team.
  • Desire for career growth within the company.
  • Think without limits - Think fast, fearlessly, and take the team with you. 
  • Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role, and own the results. 
  • Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners, and the planet. 
About this role

Summary

Manage all club operations, drive growth, lead teams, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Job title

General Manager - New Club Opening

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Swindon, UK; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

managementleadershipcommunicationproblem solvingbudget management

Preferred skills

LTA experiencesports industry knowledgeteam motivation

Specializations

sportsfitnessclub managementcustomer serviceteam leadership
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Swindon, UK

On-site City