Job Purpose
We're on the hunt for a dynamic Performance Operations Manager to take centre stage, leading our business across Ireland. If you're passionate about people, performance, and popcorn, this could be the role for you.
As our Performance Operations Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the success of our cinemas. You'll lead with heart and hustle, inspiring and engaging our teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences while keeping a sharp eye on commercial performance.
Please note that this is a fixed term contract for up to 12 months.
Your Key Priorities Will Be
Leadership:
Motivate, mentor, and manage cinema teams to be their best selves every day.
Talent & Development:
Ensure a healthy and inclusive talent pipeline across Ireland and Northern Ireland, with clear succession planning and a clear focus on people development
Commercial Success:
Drive revenue, optimise costs, and spot opportunities to grow the business.
Guest Experience:
Ensure every guest leaves with a smile
Operational Excellence:
Keep things running like clockwork – from health & safety to scheduling and standards.
Who are we looking for?
Someone Who
* Has proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, guest-focused multi-site environment.
* Understands the Irish market and ideally has experience influencing within a UK headquartered business.
* Knows how to balance commercial savvy with a people-first mindset.
* Is a proven decision-maker, problem-solver, and team-builder.
* Can bring collaborative ways of working and great interpersonal skills to engage across stakeholders, both internally and externally.
* Is ready to travel across our Irish locations and make a real impact.
ODEON Benefits
* Unlimited free cinema tickets for you, and 12 friends and family tickets every three months
* Up to 40% discount on our food and drinks
* Free access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – an online platform that offers advice and support on topics including finance, health, and mental wellbeing
* The opportunity to gain professional qualifications through our Brights Lights Apprenticeship scheme
* Fantastic career development opportunities across our cinemas and support offices
* Monthly rewards and recognition schemes
* Pension scheme
* Bonus scheme
At ODEON Cinemas Group, everyone is welcome. We make movies better by bringing all our incredible differences and our different ways of thinking together with our passion for cinema, to deliver inspiring entertainment experiences for our guests. We are all individuals, and we recognise that everyone brings something special to our team.
Starting from the moment you apply, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is embedded into all parts of the colleague journey, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds. We select colleagues based on merit and the passion they show for their role.
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