About Legends Global
Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.
We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide.
Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
About the Venue
The AO Arena is one of the world’s busiest entertainment venues and the largest indoor sporting arena in Europe, welcoming over one million visitors annually.
Since opening in 1995, it has hosted global superstars including U2, Madonna, Prince, Lady Gaga, and Manchester icons like Oasis and Elbow, as well as major sporting events such as the 2002 Commonwealth Games and international boxing.
With a capacity of up to 23,000, the AO Arena continues to set the standard for world‑class live experiences in the heart of Manchester.
About the Role
To assist the Finance Business Partner with providing quality MI. To work with the central transactional finance team to assist with producing the management accounts from journal stage to monthly packs and detailed forecasting and budgeting.
What we can offer
Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.
You will work hard at Legends Global, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave
We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.
Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.
We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.
We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.
Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet
Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team
Key Responsibilities:
* Delivering high‑quality management information, commercial financial analysis, and reporting to support informed decision‑making.
* Supporting monthly financial reviews, including discussions with Department Heads on results, forecasts, and performance.
* Assisting with annual budgets, monthly reforecasts, Business Review packs, and European Group Finance reporting.
* Managing core financial operations such as month‑end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, event settlements, VAT/FEU/PRS returns, and ad‑hoc reconciliations.
We are looking for someone with:
* A finance qualification (AAT/Finance degree) or equivalent hands‑on experience.
* Strong Excel capability, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
* Excellent planning, organisation, and time‑management skills to handle varied workloads.
* The resilience to work effectively under pressure, adapting proactively and reactively as needed.
* Confident interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills to collaborate across the business.
Recruitment Process Outlined:
* 1st Stage- Intro call with Talent Team
* 2nd Stage- Interview with Finance Business Partner - AO Arena
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.