Managing Director, UK & Ireland
IHG Hotels & Resorts invites applications for the Managing Director, UK & Ireland role. This is a unique opportunity to lead IHG’s largest European market, drive commercial success, and represent IHG at the highest levels.
The Role
As Managing Director, you will:
* Hold end‑to‑end leadership for the UK & Ireland business unit, encompassing franchise, managed and leased hotels.
* Lead a diverse portfolio of brands including Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza, voco, Hotel Indigo and the Luxury & Lifestyle collection.
* Act as IHG’s market ambassador, representing us with owners, government, and industry forums.
* Balance strategic growth (new deals, pipeline development) with operational excellence (quality of estate, guest satisfaction, and commercial performance).
* Oversee a leadership team in a matrix management organisation spanning development, operations, HR, finance, legal and commercial, fostering a high‑performance, collaborative culture.
* Deliver on a £2bn+ P&L responsibility, driving sustainable revenue and profit growth.
* Leverage IHG’s global scale and enterprise platforms while ensuring the UK & Ireland team remains an innovative market leader for new brands and concepts.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven track record in general management or senior market leadership within hospitality, travel or adjacent industries.
* Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable experience in development, franchising or owner partnerships.
* Deep understanding of owner and investor relations, with credibility to engage at board and institutional level.
* Ability to lead through influence in a matrixed global organisation.
* Exceptional EQ, communication and stakeholder management skills – calm, resilient and collaborative under pressure.
* Demonstrated success in building and leading high‑performing teams; inspiring, developing and empowering future leaders.
* Adaptability to operate across mainstream, upscale and luxury/lifestyle segments, with comfort flexing between franchise and managed models.
* A strategic yet hands‑on leader who thrives in ambiguity, balances operational rigour with innovation, and represents IHG with authority and authenticity.
Why This Role?
* Scale and Impact: Lead IHG’s largest European market, a cornerstone of our global profit contribution.
* Visibility: Regular exposure to IHG’s global executive leadership, owners and industry bodies.
* Innovation: Drive brand acceleration and market‑first initiatives in a leading hospitality trend market.
* Partnerships: Build long‑term strategic relationships with influential hotel owners and investors.
* Growth Platform: Position for broader EMEAA or global leadership roles within IHG.
* Culture: Join a company recognised for values‑driven culture, impact, inclusion and purpose – True Hospitality for Good.
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Hospitality
Apply today and start your journey with IHG Hotels & Resorts.
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