General Manager – Community Wet-Led Pub
Okell’s Inns. Heron & Brearley Group, Isle of Man
Build something brilliant. Lead from the front. Be the heartbeat of your community.
Lead one of Okell’s Inns’ busy wet-led pubs on the Isle of Man as a hands-on, commercially driven General Manager who can grow sales, build a vibrant sports-led atmosphere, and make the pub a true community hub. Backed by the Heron & Brearley Group, this is a chance to take real ownership of a high-energy site, lead a strong team, deliver standout guest experiences, and build a pub people want to return to. With the lifestyle benefits of the Isle of Man and the support of an established Manx business, it’s an opportunity to build something brilliant both professionally and personally.
We’re looking for a charismatic, commercially driven General Manager to take the reins of one of our busy, wet-led pubs on the Isle of Man, someone who doesn’t just run a pub, but owns the atmosphere, the team, and the experience.
This is a role for someone who lives and breathes hospitality. You’ll know your locals by name, your sport fixtures by heart, and your drinks offers better than anyone in the room.
About Us – Proudly Manx, Built on Heritage
Okell’s Inns are part of the Heron & Brearley Group, a proudly Manx business rooted in the Island’s community since the 19th century. Today, we’re one of the Isle of Man’s largest employers and a trusted leader across hospitality, retail, and logistics.
Our pubs are a distinctive collection of venues, each with its own personality but united by a shared focus on great beer, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together.
From heritage Manx ales brewed locally since 1850 to lively, characterful pubs, we exist to create moments, connections, and memories.
The Opportunity
This is more than a General Manager role, it’s a chance to build a proper local.
You’ll take ownership of a high-energy, wet-led site where your focus will be:
- Driving sales, volume, and footfall
- Creating a sports-led, social atmosphere
- Building strong ties with the local community
- Delivering a pub that feels alive, every day of the week
What You’ll Be Doing
Commercial Growth & Business Development
- Manage the P&L and grow revenue through commercially focused ideas
- Create drinks-led offers, promotions, and events that drive trade
- Make the most of key trading moments, including weekends, live sport, and seasonal peaks
Sport & Atmosphere
- Position the pub as the first choice for live sport
- Create matchday experiences that draw people in
- Use the sporting calendar to shape weekly trade and boost revenue
Community & Local Presence
- Be a visible and valued part of the local community
- Build strong relationships with regulars, teams, and local groups
- Create a pub that feels welcoming and truly local
Team Leadership & Culture
- Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team with personality
- Build an energetic, inclusive, and guest-focused culture
- Set the standard by being visible, hands-on, and leading from the front
Standards & Guest Experience
- Maintain high standards behind the bar and across the floor
- Deliver quality in every detail, from well-poured pints to genuine service
- Keep the pub lively, welcoming, and consistently well run
Who We’re Looking For
This role will suit someone who:
- Has strong experience managing a wet-led or sports-led pub
- Is commercially sharp. You understand how to drive revenue and margin
- Loves people. Natural relationship builder with real presence
- Brings energy, personality, and ownership
- Wants more than just a job. You want a pub to make your own
Why the Isle of Man?
This is more than a career move; it’s a lifestyle shift.
The Isle of Man offers a high quality of life, strong community feel, and incredible natural surroundings, all within a short commute and a balanced pace of living.
From coastal views to thriving local pubs and sports culture, it’s a place where:
- Work and life feel balanced
- Community still means something
- And your pub can quickly become the centre of it all
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-led opportunity with real autonomy
- The backing of a well-established, supportive group
- Access to award-winning, locally brewed beers and brands
- Temporary accommodation may be available to support relocation
Ready to Make the Move?
If you’re an experienced operator ready to step into a role where you can build a following, lead a team, and create something people talk about, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
