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General Manager Online Training School

On-site in Málaga·Added 29 days ago

Catenon

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Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Málaga

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Director-level role.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

The role

Our client, a major international education group, is seeking a General Manager to lead a renowned online school specializing in digital training, currently undergoing a phase of strategic transformation and growth.

The company boasts a solid track record, a well-established brand in the Spanish-speaking market, and a fully digital operation with international reach. The challenge lies in driving the business's evolution amid rapid technological change, seizing new growth opportunities, optimizing the operational model, and strengthening the organization's market position.

What you'll do

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the business unit, leading its strategy, P&L, and day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities include:

- Defining and implementing the strategic plan for growth and transformation.
- Managing the P&L and ensuring business profitability.
- Leading the Marketing, Sales, Human Resources, and Operations departments.
- Optimizing the digital acquisition and conversion funnel to drive commercial growth.
- Identifying new business opportunities, markets, and product lines.
- Leading organizational transformation processes and adapting to new technological environments.
- Ensuring a differentiated customer experience and high-quality standards.
- Developing and mentoring a senior, multidisciplinary management team.

Requirements:

We are looking for a profile with strategic vision and strong execution capabilities, accustomed to leading digital, consumer-focused businesses.

The ideal candidate will have:

- Experience in general management or leading digital business units.
- Experience in B2C environments with a strong focus on digital marketing and performance.
- Experience managing acquisition and conversion funnels for commercial growth.
- Experience transforming businesses in technologically evolving environments.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing change.
- Experience with online business models, eCommerce, marketplaces, subscriptions, or digital services.

Experience in sectors such as online education, EdTech, digital training, or internationally present businesses will be considered a plus.

What we offer:
- The opportunity to lead a consolidated company with high growth potential.
- The chance to be part of one of Europe's most relevant education groups.
- A high degree of autonomy and impact on the business strategy.
- Participation in a transformation process with visibility within the group.
- An international, digital, and innovative environment.
- Real opportunities for medium-term professional development within the organization.

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.

Industry
Recruitment

In their own words

About the company & team

Higher School of Digital Arts, member of an international education group.

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