General Manager Retail & Commercial Partnerships

Ayers Rock Resort | Yulara, NT | Full Time | Live-On Resort Leadership Role

Looking for more than just a retail leadership role?

Lead a diverse portfolio of retail businesses, commercial partnerships and strategic stakeholder relationships while helping shape the future of one of Australia's most iconic tourism destinations. This is an opportunity to influence commercial performance across the resort, strengthen key business partnerships and develop high-performing teams while living and working in the heart of Australia's Red Centre.

Why Join Us

• Rent-free accommodation and utilities included
• Relocation assistance to support your move to the Red Centre
• Vehicle provided for personal and business use
• Access to resort facilities, including pool, gym and Residents Club
• Be part of Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond

About the Role

As General Manager, Retail & Commercial Partnerships, you'll lead a diverse portfolio of retail operations while overseeing resort-wide commercial partnerships, tour operator agreements and property lease arrangements.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll balance commercial performance, customer experience, stakeholder engagement and operational excellence. Working across multiple businesses and partner organisations, you'll identify opportunities for growth, strengthen commercial relationships and help drive the long-term success of Ayers Rock Resort.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead retail operations and commercial partnerships across the resort
• Drive commercial performance, revenue growth and business development
• Manage lease agreements, tourism partnerships and stakeholder relationships
• Develop high-performing leaders and operational teams
• Deliver exceptional guest, partner and commercial outcomes

About You

You're a commercially astute leader who enjoys building relationships, developing people and identifying opportunities that create long-term value.

You’ll bring:

• Significant leadership experience in retail, tourism, hospitality or multi-site operations
• Strong commercial and financial management capability
• Experience managing commercial partnerships, agreements or key stakeholder relationships
• A proven ability to develop and lead high-performing teams
• Resilience, initiative and adaptability in dynamic operational environments

About Us

Ayers Rock Resort welcomes guests from around the world to experience the beauty, culture and stories of Australia's Red Centre. From hotels and campgrounds to restaurants, retail experiences, tours and unique outdoor adventures, our teams help create unforgettable moments in one of Australia's most recognised destinations.

We're proud to be part of Journey Beyond, Australia's leading experiential tourism group. Across our portfolio of brands, we're passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and connecting guests to some of the most unique destinations across Australia and New Zealand.

Please note: A National Police Clearance forms part of our recruitment process.

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