MD in Transition: Football Club Strategy Leader

Executive Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports organization in South East England is seeking a Managing Director to oversee operational and strategic activities. This role serves as a pivotal transition for a GM/Director ready to step into full executive leadership. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, enhance income streams, and align football and business strategies. This is an influential position essential for the organization's growth and community engagement, ideal for a candidate with football club experience and a strong commercial acumen.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a professional football club environment.
• Strong background in P&L ownership and managing large operational budgets.
• Demonstrable experience in strategic development and commercial growth.

Responsibilities

• Translate the Board's ambitions into a clear, actionable club-wide strategy.
• Hold full responsibility for club's Profit & Loss and annual budgeting.
• Lead ticketing strategy to elevate attendance and improve yield.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Financial planning

Strategic development

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

A prominent sports organization in South East England is seeking a Managing Director to oversee operational and strategic activities. This role serves as a pivotal transition for a GM/Director ready to step into full executive leadership. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, enhance income streams, and align football and business strategies. This is an influential position essential for the organization's growth and community engagement, ideal for a candidate with football club experience and a strong commercial acumen.