| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
General Manager – Vacation Rentals (Confidential)
Charleston, SC | Full-Time
Our client is a well-established vacation rental management company with a strong presence across the Southeast coast. With multiple markets, a growing portfolio of premier homes, and the backing of a proven operating platform, the company is investing in local leadership to support its next stage of growth. The team is known for its focus on homeowner trust, high-quality guest experiences, and disciplined, data-driven operations.
We are partnering with our client to find a General Manager to lead its Charleston market. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of the market’s operational and financial performance. You will set direction, build and develop a strong management team, and hold the business to a high standard.
You will own the market P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, labor, and operating expenses. You’ll also look for ways to improve efficiency, service quality, and profitability. You’ll strengthen relationships with homeowners and guests, keep properties guest-ready, and build an operating structure that can scale as the portfolio grows. If you’re a decisive leader who builds great teams and delivers measurable results, we’d like to hear from you.
Lead the Charleston market and own its operational and financial results.
Build, coach, and develop a strong management team with clear expectations and accountability.
Own the market P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, operating expenses, and profitability.
Evaluate staffing, structure, and resource allocation so the market runs efficiently.
Identify operational gaps and put improvements in place that raise productivity, service quality, and profitability.
Drive strong performance across homeowner retention and satisfaction, property readiness, guest experience, maintenance, and team performance.
Build an operating structure that supports continued growth.
Homeowners stay, and they recommend the company to others.
The market meets its budget and profitability goals.
Guest reviews and property readiness are consistently strong.
A stable, fully staffed management team holds itself accountable for results.
5+ years of leadership experience in a complex, multi-department operating environment
3+ years managing managers, with a track record of developing strong leaders
Direct ownership of a P&L, including budgets, forecasts, labor, and operating expenses
Proven ability to improve operational performance and profitability
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to set accountability and drive results
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience building or improving teams, processes, and organizational structure
Experience in vacation rentals, hospitality, or property management is a plus. Leaders from hotels, multi-unit restaurants or retail, and field-service businesses are encouraged to apply.
Annual salary: $130,000–$150,000, based on experience
Bonus: Up to 20% of base salary
Paid time off such as PTO, sick days, and vacation days
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement benefits or accounts
Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts, such as HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs
Long term and Short term disability insurance
Schedule
On-site in Charleston, SC. Weekday business hours, with evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed during peak season.
This is a confidential search. Details about the company will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.