Executive Director
Iconic venue, London
£120,000 salary
Up to 30% performance bonus
Executive benefits & long-term incentive potential
A rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognised venue
As they shape their next chapter, we’re searching for an exceptional leader to take full strategic, commercial and operational ownership of this iconic venue.
A landmark venue that blends heritage, hospitality and ambition hosting world-class events and year-round experiences. A venue with deep community roots and national visibility, now entering an exciting new phase of strategic growth, commercial diversification and infrastructure evolution.
The role
You’ll set the long-term direction while ensuring flawless day-to-day delivery and commercial performance in this complex and already successful venue.
You’ll think like a custodian, be a laser focused operator and lead like an ambassador.
As Executive Director you will lead across all event cycles, including peak event days and major programme milestones.
What you’ll lead
Strategy & Venue Direction
• Define and deliver long-term venue and infrastructure strategy
• Shape growth plans
• Lead capital projects, development and future-proofing initiatives
• Position the venue as a premier national events destination
Commercial Performance
• Full accountability for multi-million-pound P&L
• Grow revenue across sport, concerts, events and experiences
• Secure high-value partnerships, hires and commercial agreements
• Drive yield, utilisation and year-round profitability
Safety, Compliance & Governance
• Ultimate accountability for spectator safety and risk management
• Maintain all licensing, regulatory and General Safety Certificate standards
• Lead multi-agency planning with police, authorities and governing bodies
• Protect reputation, people and venue integrity at all times
Operations & Infrastructure
• Oversee stadium operations, facilities and pitch/asset quality
• Ensure seamless delivery across all event types and capacities
• Balance operational excellence with long-term asset stewardship
• Lead sustainable and efficient venue management
Stakeholder & Market Presence
• Build trusted relationships across sport, government and community
• Represent the venue nationally with credibility and authority
• Align clubs, partners and promoters around shared outcomes
• Strengthen community impact and local engagement
Leadership & Culture
• Lead and align senior multi-disciplinary teams
• Foster a culture of safety, performance and accountability
• Build succession and leadership depth across functions
• Inspire pride, ownership and excellence across the venue
What success looks like
• Sustained growth in venue revenue and utilisation
• Flawless delivery of major events
• Exemplary safety and compliance record
• Strong stakeholder confidence and partnerships
• High-performing, aligned senior leadership team
• Long-term venue strategy clearly executed
Who we’re looking for
This role suits an established Stadium Director, Venue Director or Executive-level leader from major sport, arenas, large-scale events or complex public venues.
You’ll bring
• Senior leadership experience in major stadia or large venues
• Proven accountability for large budgets and commercial growth
• Deep expertise in event operations and crowd safety
• Strategic thinking with operational credibility
• Gravitas with governing bodies and public stakeholders
• The ability to lead at scale and under scrutiny
• Strong judgement in complex, high-pressure environments
And personally:
• Authority balanced with approachability
• Calm, decisive leadership presence
• Integrity and custodial mindset
• Strategic patience with operational urgency
• Pride in venue, team and guest experience
Applications close: Friday 20th March 2026
Owing to high volumes of interest, we’re unable to accept applications or CV's via LinkedIn messaging or email.
All applicants will receive a response after the closing date.