Job Title: General Manager – Animal Sanctuary

Location: Iceland

Salary: 986,000 ISK + Company car

An internationally recognised animal sanctuary in Iceland is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee operations, lead a multidisciplinary team, and ensure exceptional standards across animal care, guest experience, and commercial performance.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a purpose-driven attraction focused on conservation, education, and sustainable tourism in one of the world’s most remarkable natural environments.

Your Role

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the sanctuary, ensuring smooth and safe operations
• Drive visitor experience standards while supporting conservation and education initiatives
• Oversee financial performance including budgeting, reporting, and cost control
• Lead, develop, and inspire a diverse operational team
• Support marketing initiatives, partnerships, and fundraising activities
• Represent the sanctuary with local stakeholders, tourism partners, and external organisations
• Contribute to strategic planning and future development projects

Who You Are

• An experienced operational leader within visitor attractions, hospitality, conservation, or similar environments
• A confident people manager with experience leading teams and managing performance
• Commercially aware with strong financial and operational management skills
• Passionate about conservation, sustainability, and delivering meaningful visitor experiences
• An excellent communicator able to build relationships with stakeholders and partners
• Fluent in English and adaptable to working in a unique, remote environment
• Desirable, not essential: Icelandic residency, eligibility to work in Iceland, Icelandic language or knowledge of Icelandic culture (visa sponsorship is available for outstanding international candidates).

If you would like more information about the role, please apply or send your CV to nicole@corecruitment.com