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. 

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.