General Manager

General Manager

Blue Planet Aquarium

Cheshire

About the Role

Would you describe yourself as a creative, influential and dynamic person? Are you looking for the opportunity to influence the business at the highest level?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our flagship visitor attraction located in North West England at Cheshire Oaks. This role is special in that it combines a general manager position with also being a member of the senior management team of Aspro UK consisting of nine sites located around the UK.

Blue Planet Aquarium is a market leading visitor attraction and this role presents an opportunity to drive a business in an imaginative enterprising way.

Supported by a strong management team you will lead the attraction to a higher level of guest interaction and engagement. You will provide innovative leadership of sales and marketing activities and play an important role in the UK senior management team in the strategic development of the business.

      

About You

An excellent leader able to motivate and inspire a diverse team of people. Persuasive and happy to network at all levels and in a variety of situations. You must be resourceful and insightful in seeking solutions.

Clear understanding of marketing and ability to develop and implement creative selling techniques.   

Manage demanding and changing priorities, attention to detail and strong financial skills.

Benefits

Alongside annual salary a benefits package that includes a pension plan, healthcare, 25 days holiday, Annual pass into Aspro Parks worldwide.

About Us

We are part of the ever expanding Aspro Parks Group operating over 60 attractions across Europe. Here in the UK we have 9 sites ranging from aquariums, theme park and caves.

Candidates should apply to Janeen Pickup, Human Resources Manager, C/O Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire CH65 9LF.  E-mail: recruitment@asprouk.com 

Your application letter should highlight how you would fulfill this key role within the organisation, include your salary expectations, and clearly demonstrate how you meet our requirements.

                                                                                                                                                         

Applications must be received by 18 January 2015

Work Location: Blue Planet Aquarium, Longlooms Road, Cheshire Oaks, CH65 9LF