Visitor attraction general manager | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Visitor attraction general managers look after the operation and finances of an attraction, and the health and safety of staff and visitors.

  • Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.  
  • Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.  
  • Direct administrative
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Visitor attraction general managers typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.

As a Visitor attraction general manager you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    34,658 GBP *
    per year
    22,000 GBP
    50,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Visitor attraction general manager
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    Future outlook for Visitor attraction general managers

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    -5% yearly wage growth (on average)

    Visitor attraction general manager - Your future job?


    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Visitor attraction general manager and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 29% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
    • 19% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree
    • 15% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent

    You could work towards this role by doing a subject like a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Leisure and Tourism.

    This would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need and may help you to get a job as a trainee assistant manager.


    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Visitor attraction general manager

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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Visitor attraction general manager.
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
    Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
    Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

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    Things to highlight for your Visitor attraction general manager interview

    Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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