About SEC The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is Scotland’s largest purpose-built conference, exhibition and live entertainment campus, featuring iconic venues and outdoor spaces.
It is recognised as a leading global destination capable of hosting the world’s largest events of scale and complexity. Based in Glasgow and home to three outstanding venues – the SEC Centre, the OVO Hydro, and the SEC Armadillo – the campus brings together world-class facilities and a passionate team to create unforgettable experiences.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial leadership for the SEC, overseeing financial planning, risk management, reporting and commercial analysis.The CFO plays a crucial role in driving profitability, securing investment, and supporting growth by balancing financial discipline with operational flexibility across a dynamic calendar of events, exhibitions, and activations.
This is a senior role within the SEC reporting to the CEO, with the role holder sitting on SEC Board, Executive Management team and advises key committees such as Audit & Risk Committee (ARC).
To be considered for this CFO role you will possess:
Several years of financial leadership experience, ideally including roles within the events, media, entertainment, or hospitality sectors.
Proven track record of strategic planning, P&L ownership, and business partnering.
Strong understanding of event business models (exhibitions, conferences, sponsorship, ticketing).
Experience with ERP/finance systems and financial modelling tools.