General Manager – Premium Sports Venue | West Midlands
Our client is seeking an exceptional leader to take the helm of a renowned sports and events venue in the West Midlands. With a packed calendar of sporting fixtures and a thriving year-round events business, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a flagship destination in the UK’s leisure and hospitality landscape.
About the Venue:
This premium sports venue hosts 25 high-profile fixtures annually, including one of the region’s most iconic events. It is also home to a wide range of non-sports events, including:
* Corporate hospitality and conferences
* Live music events and festivals
* Seasonal public events such as fireworks nights and family fun days
* Weddings and private functions
* An on-site caravan and motorhome park
The Role:
As General Manager, you’ll report to the Regional Director and lead a team of experienced senior managers across operations, finance, catering, customer service, and events. You’ll be responsible for:
* Driving commercial performance across all aspects of the venue
* Leading the planning and delivery of major events
* Building and maintaining key stakeholder relationships at executive level – locally and across the wider industry
* Identifying and capitalising on growth and investment opportunities
* Ensuring excellence in customer experience and operational delivery
What We’re Looking For:
* A proven leader with at least 5 years' senior venue or event management experience
* Strong commercial acumen and a track record in delivering large-scale public events
* Experience in estate/land management and optimisation of outdoor space
* A collaborative relationship-builder who can represent the venue with credibility and vision
* Sound knowledge of health and safety practices and compliance
* A willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by the events calendar
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone ready to take ownership of a unique venue with significant potential.
Interested in learning more?
Please get in touch to explore how you could lead the next chapter at this exceptional West Midlands destination.