MANAGING DIRECTOR

Hull City Council; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established cultural services company in Hull seeks a visionary Managing Director to lead their transformation and development over the next two years. The role involves strategic leadership, fostering relationships with community partners, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in executive leadership and a commitment to equity and community impact. This is a unique opportunity in a culturally vibrant city.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in executive leadership, preferably in leisure, cultural, community, or public service sectors.
• Highly capable leader with a focus on equity, inclusion, and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the senior management team.
• Develop and deliver strategic vision and performance targets.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and ensure outstanding customer experiences.
• Oversee financial performance and organisational governance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial acumen

Collaboration

Innovative thinking

Job description

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Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd is seeking, initially for a two-year fixed term period, an outstanding and visionary Managing Directorto lead the company into the next phase of development. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a city known for its cultural vibrancy, maritime heritage, and commitment to community enrichment.

This is a two-year contract, with a possible extension for up to five years at which point the current contract with the Council comes to an end. The two years is to lead the transformation of the Company, through whole system change, and to develop new ways of working to take the offer from the services we deliver in our Museums & Galleries, Libraries, Leisure, Theatre and City Hall forward.

About Us

Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd (HCAL) is a company wholly owned by Hull City Council, delivering, on behalf of the Authority, a wide range of services including museums, galleries, libraries, theatres and leisure centres. We play a vital role in supporting health and wellbeing, education, economic growth and community cohesion across the city. Click this link to view our Annual Report .

The Role

As Managing Director, you will be the driving force behind HCAL’s strategy, operations and partnerships. You’ll lead a passionate and skilled workforce, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality, accessible, and inclusive services. You will work closely with the Board of Directors and key stakeholders to secure the organisation’s financial sustainability and future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dynamic and effective leadership to the senior management team
• Develop and deliver HCAL’s strategic vision, business plans, and performance targets
• Foster strong relationships with Hull City Council, community groups, cultural partners, and commercial stakeholders
• Ensure outstanding customer experiences across all service areas
• Oversee financial performance, risk management, and organisational governance

About You

We are looking for a highly capable and commercially astute leader who can bring energy, resilience, and creativity to this wide-ranging role. You will have a strong track record of executive leadership, ideally within leisure, cultural, community or public service sectors.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in strategic leadership and managing complex organisations
• A collaborative approach with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Sound financial, business and commercial acumen
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, and community impact
• Vision, drive, and the ability to inspire others