Interim Managing Director

We are seeking an Interim Managing Director to oversee the Corp Acq Stadium, Salford. This opportunity is on a fixed term basis through to 31st March 2027.

• The Managing Director will work under the direction of the Salford Community Stadium Board (Cos Cos), working closely with and reporting on a day-to-day basis to the shareholder's officers.
• The Director will be responsible for developing a business plan for the future strategic direction of the stadium which will maximise commercial revenue for the shareholder but also takes account of wider city ambitions in relation to sport and leisure. The successful candidate will also develop a sustainable operating model for the venue which will underpin the business plan and support both future stadium development and safe and effective operational delivery.
• The successful candidate will have oversight of event delivery and operations and will manage the stadium’s operational team ensuring the venue meets legislative, sustainability, sporting, and entertainment requirements.
• The Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring the customer and fan experience is at the highest possible level, and will liaise closely with the core venue occupiers including establishing positive working relationships with Sale Sharks and Salford Red Devils.
• Please note the role will initially be offered on a 6 month FTC.

Key Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Lead the development of a business plan for the stadium which includes consideration of options for maximising commercial revenue for the shareholder (including options for the stadium to be use as a multi-purpose entertainment venue) and which takes account of strategic plans for the city in relation to sport and leisure, including the emerging city Rugby Strategy and how the stadium can deliver for the wider community.
• Present the business plan to the Board for consideration and approval.
• Work closely with the Finance Officer to align the business plan and commercial revenue opportunities to future cashflow projections
• Develop a detailed action plan to ensure implementation of the agreed business plan and which is aligned to agreed financial plans.
• In developing the future business plan and future operating model identify opportunities for reducing the carbon footprint of the venue and working towards a carbon net zero strategy.
• Work closely with the shareholder's regeneration officers to contribute to the development of the long-term stadium masterplan project, including use of the surrounding land.
• Consider how the stadium can maximise its social value contribution to the city through its future plans and day to day operations.

• Prepare a monthly report for the Cos Cos Board which provides an update on progress in line with the agreed business plan and an overview of day-to-day stadium operations aligned to the Board’s financial reporting.
• Provide other reports as needed for the Board and Shareholder.
• Ensure a robust approach to risk assessment is in place and that there is regular reporting of key risks to the Board.
• Work with the Finance Officer to ensure financial standards including audit requirements are met.
• Ensure that the stadium complies with relevant legislation and the terms of its Premises License, General Safety Certificate, and planning obligations.
• Ensure events and operations comply with health and safety and large scale event legislation and industry best practice.

• Ensure close working with CBRE in relation to the stadium management, security and capital projects and that planned works are effectively managed and do not impact negatively on events and stadium occupiers.
• Lead on the renegotiation of contracts as directed by the Board.
• Ensure service contracts are procured and managed to ensure best value for money is achieved and contractors are held to account for delivery in line with agreed contractual terms and performance targets.
• Renegotiate on commercial terms the existing contracts with the catering management and car park management providers and all other third party providers
• Maintain excellent…