General Manager: Drive Dynamic Live Entertainment

Live Nation, Inc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Music Group (AMG) operates O2 Ritz Manchester, a premier live venue. The General Manager will lead the wider team, drive day-to-day operations, optimise the events diary, and pursue commercial opportunities with established acts and club nights.

The role demands strong leadership, budget control, and a proactive approach to delivering outstanding live entertainment. The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, licensing compliance, and safety standards while building positive

Qualifications

• Experience in live entertainment or venue management.
• Proven track record in managing high-volume venues.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Excellent communication and budgeting abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and licensing.
• Flexible with irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Programme the venue diary to maximise events and revenue.
• Duty manage events and oversee on-site operations.
• Maintain client relationships and secure new business.
• Monitor costs, forecasting, and budgeting against targets.
• Ensure licensing compliance and health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & P&L

Health & Safety

Operational management

Team development

Client relationships

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Academy Music Group (AMG) operates O2 Ritz Manchester, a premier live venue. The General Manager will lead the wider team, drive day-to-day operations, optimise the events diary, and pursue commercial opportunities with established acts and club nights.

The role demands strong leadership, budget control, and a proactive approach to delivering outstanding live entertainment. The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, licensing compliance, and safety standards while building positive