General Manager

SO/ Budapest invites you to the front rowSO/ is a coveted collection of hotels rooted in the world of fashion, commanding attention with it’s avant garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury.SO/ Budapest will open towards the end of 2026 and our search for an experienced General Manager to join our team and play a crucial part in this successful opening begins.Located in a prime position overlooking the iconic Chain Bridge and the Danube River, SO/ Budapest Hotel is a bold new addition to the city’s luxury hospitality scene. The hotel features 349 elegantly designed rooms and suites, complemented by a vibrant mix of dining and entertainment experiences. Guests can enjoy an all-day dining restaurant, a show-stopping rooftop bar with panoramic views, and extensive wellness facilities that offer a space for both relaxation and rejuvenation.Designed with both leisure and business travellers in mind, the hotel also boasts state-of-the-art MICE facilities, making it a key destination for events, meetings, and social gatherings in the heart of the city.What you’ll do...Lead your hotel management team in the successful opening of SO/ BudapestTake full responsibility for the commercial success of the propertyMake sure our brand standards are properly brought to life in how we ground the brand in the local market & neighbourhoodLead by example in creating a brilliant experience for our guests that exceeds their expectations and builds a great reputationMake our own people a real focus, creating an environment where they feel supported, have opportunities to grow, and enjoy what they do!Play a key role in managing the relationship with the central teams and ownersWhat we’re looking for...A strong hotel operator with local and/or international experience in a similar role preferably within a luxury and/or lifestyle environmentYou have previous pre-opening experienceYou are comfortable handling all commercial aspects, including F&B, and able to strike the balance between commercial decisions and doing what’s right for the brandYou have a passion for providing great guest experiences, rooted in unique and locally driven experiencesYou are comfortable with the strategic as well as day to day detailYou are an excellent relationship builder, with previous experience of owner relationshipsYou are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve togetherYou want to question the norm and create change by doing things differentlyYou’re grounded, we leave our egos at the door and approach everything with an open mindWhat's in it for you...The opportunity to launch an exciting new hospitality concept in Budapest and have a real impact on its successJoin an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brandThe chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewardingBecome part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brandsA competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development