Strategy Director - NEC, Birmingham | Full-Time / Permanent Up to £90000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritize people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. The Director of Strategy will be responsible for shaping and delivering the long-term strategic direction of Levy's catering and hospitality operation across the NEC Group portfolio. Working closely with the Operations Director, NEC Group stakeholders and Levy leadership, you will identify opportunities to drive commercial growth, operational excellence and innovation across conferences, exhibitions, live entertainment, retail and hospitality. Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term strategy across conference & events, exhibitions, live entertainment and retail operations. • Identify new commercial opportunities, revenue streams and strategic partnerships to support business growth. • Work collaboratively with Commercial, Operations, Culinary, Marketing and Finance teams to maximise venue utilisation and customer experience. • Lead strategic planning across Levy's NEC Group operations, ensuring alignment with both Levy UK & Ireland and NEC Group objectives. • Present strategic recommendations and business cases to senior leadership, supported by data-driven insight. • Introduce meaningful KPIs and performance measures that support operational excellence. • Champion technology and digital innovation to improve scheduling, resource planning and guest experience. • Work closely with Facilities, IT and Commercial teams to ensure operational strategies remain scalable and future-focused. • Commercial Growth & Revenue Development • Develop and execute commercial growth strategies across exhibitions, conferences, hospitality and retail. • Identify new business opportunities including partnerships, sponsorships, premium hospitality concepts and retail innovation. • Monitor commercial performance against agreed KPIs and adjust strategy where required. • Develop business cases for investment in new concepts, technology and operational improvements. • Represent Levy at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities. • Develop engagement plans that strengthen partnerships and encourage long-term collaboration. • Support succession planning and leadership development across the business. • Lead by example, demonstrating Levy's values and creating a positive, inclusive working culture. Proven experience developing and implementing successful commercial and operational strategies. • Demonstrable success leading transformation, innovation and commercial growth initiatives. • Commercially astute with experience of financial planning, business case development and revenue optimisation. • Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with confidence presenting to Executive and Board-level stakeholders. • Strong understanding of guest experience, operational excellence, sustainability and digital innovation. • Excellent stakeholder management and partnership-building skills. • Ability to balance long-term strategic planning with operational delivery. Excellent relationship builder with high emotional intelligence. • Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and long-term business value. Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits • 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme • Aviva Digicare, Bupa private medical • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave • Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships • Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products • Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways • We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong.
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Strategy & Initiatives Manager in Glasgow, North East employer: Compass UK & Ireland
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