Chief Executive Officer

ICP Search; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading live events group in the UK is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer. This pivotal role demands a commercially astute leader capable of driving transformation and growth across a multi-division organization. Responsibilities include uniting a senior executive team, managing P&L, and fostering strong partnerships within the hospitality and events sectors. The ideal candidate will have substantial executive experience, a track record of successful leadership, and a people-oriented approach to drive a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Long-term incentives

Qualifications

• CEO or senior executive experience in a complex, multi-site environment.
• Strong commercial and financial leadership with proven P&L ownership.
• Experience operating at Board level with credibility.
• Track record of leading transformation and growth.
• Exposure to live events or adjacent sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and unite a senior executive team around a multi-year strategy.
• Own full P&L responsibility and drive sustainable, profitable growth.
• Strengthen operational consistency and performance management.
• Lead digital transformation for better decision-making.
• Act as an external ambassador across sport and hospitality.

Skills

Commercial leadership

P&L management

Transformational leadership

People management

Strategic planning

Job description

Chief Executive Officer

Live Events | Hospitality | Sport & Entertainment

ICP Search is proudly supporting a market‑leading live events and hospitality group in the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer.

This is a defining leadership role for a commercially astute, people‑led CEO who can build on a proud legacy while leading the business into its next phase of growth, modernisation, and performance.

The Opportunity

The organisation is an established operator with decades of heritage, a strong brand, and deep relationships across major sporting venues, live events, and large‑scale hospitality environments.

The next chapter is about:

• Scaling performance across a complex, multi‑division operation
• Strengthening commercial discipline and margin
• Accelerating digital, data, and payment capability
• Expanding into new partnerships, territories, and experiences
• Evolving culture, leadership capability, and accountability

The CEO will work closely with the Chair and Board, with full accountability for strategy, performance, people, and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and unite a senior executive team around a clear, measurable multi‑year strategy
• Own full P&L responsibility and drive sustainable, profitable growth
• Strengthen operational consistency, governance, and performance management
• Lead digital and data transformation to support better decision‑making and scalability
• Build and deepen Tier 1 client, venue, and brand partnerships
• Champion safety, compliance, and exceptional customer experience at scale
• Act as an external ambassador for the business across sport, events, and hospitality

Transformation & Growth Focus

• Modernising structures, systems, and processes
• Driving innovation across payments, data, and technology
• Expanding hospitality and premium event experiences
• Supporting procurement strategy and selective M&A activity
• Embedding continuous improvement across the organisation

People & Culture

• Build a high‑performing, accountable executive leadership team
• Strengthen succession planning and leadership depth
• Create a culture of trust, empowerment, and delivery
• Balance pace and ambition with care for people and standards

Background & Experience

You are likely to bring:

• CEO or senior executive experience in a complex, multi‑site, multi‑division business
• Strong commercial and financial leadership, with deep P&L ownership
• A track record of leading transformation and growth
• Experience operating at Board level with credibility and gravitas
• Exposure to live events, hospitality, sport, logistics, or adjacent sectors
• A leadership style that combines clarity, energy, and humility

Personal Style

• Commercially sharp but people‑first
• Comfortable leading through change and complexity
• Trusted, visible, and values‑led
• Able to honour heritage while driving progress

Package

A competitive executive package is available, including base salary, performance bonus, and long‑term incentives.