Director of Finance & Operations

Theatr Clwyd; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Theatr Clwyd in Wales seeks a Director of Finance & Operations to lead financial strategy and operational effectiveness across the theatre and its group entities. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will oversee finance, visitor experience, IT and facilities, ensuring resources and systems support artistic and community ambitions sustainably.

The role requires senior experience in the charitable sector, strong governance and board-facing communication, and a collaborative approach within a

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a senior finance leader in the charitable sector.
• Experience in venue operations management within a complex public-facing organization.
• Experience working with boards and trustees.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and operational effectiveness for Theatr Clwyd and group entities.
• Provide clear financial advice to the Executive Director, senior leaders and trustees; strengthen governance and risk management.
• Oversee finance, visitor experience, IT/systems and facilities through managers responsible for these functions.
• Deliver sustainable resources, systems and infrastructure to support artistic and community ambitions.

Skills

Senior finance leadership

Operations management

Governance & risk

Stakeholder communication

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

We are looking to appoint a new Director of Finance & Operations to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The successful candidate will join Theatr Clwyd Trust and trading group at an exciting time, having just completed our first year of trading in a newly redeveloped arts and theatre site following a £50m capital investment.

The role has senior responsibility for financial and operational strategy in support of the CEO and will enjoy a wide variety of input across delivery relating to these important areas. As the biggest producing theatre in Wales, and a place of learning, community care, and wider cultural delivery, Theatr Clwyd is a welcoming environment, and all members of the company are encouraged to embed the highest standards of person‑centred delivery throughout their work. The role oversees finance and operations across Theatr Clwyd’s activities, including at William Aston Hall in Wrexham, in partnership with our Food & Beverage partner, Bryn Williams, and through our second charity – Theatr Clwyd Music Trust.

We are very excited to meet candidates who have strong financial and operational leadership experience, and who are keen to work within a creative and exciting environment. A passion for arts and culture, and a willingness to work flexibly and collaboratively are essential. We look forward to meeting qualified and brilliant individuals.

Application Deadline - 10am on Monday 16 th November

For more information or an informal chat about this role please contact: Liam Evans-Ford, Executive Director, [e-mail]

Contract Type - Permanent

The Role

The Director of Finance & Operations leads the financial strategy and operational effectiveness of Theatr Clwyd and its group entities, ensuring the organisation has the resources, systems and infrastructure to deliver its artistic and community ambitions sustainably.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the postholder is a member of the senior leadership team and leads finance, visitor experience, IT and systems, and facilities through the managers responsible for these functions.

The role provides clear financial advice to the Executive Director, senior leaders and trustees; strengthens governance and risk management; and leads continuous improvement in financial performance, accessibility, visitor experience and operational resilience.

The Person

• Significant experience as a senior finance leader in the charitable sector
• Have significant experience in venue operations management within a complex public facing organisation with demonstrated effectiveness towards customer service
• Experience of working with, and reporting to, Board members and trustees
• Demonstrate a high level of skill in organisation and planning
• Up to date knowledge on licensing and health and safety legislation.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and confidently with diverse groups of people.
• An understanding of and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrate a commitment to artistic excellence.

Interview First interview - Friday 27th November, Second interview - Friday 4th December