Executive Director – Cultural & Entertainment Venue

About the role

The Executive Director will lead a new cultural and entertainment destination in Jeddah, overseeing all operational, commercial and strategic functions. Reporting to the Operating Company Board and the Client, the role ensures the venue delivers on its cultural mandate while protecting the Group’s investment.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full operating mandate and multi‑year strategy, including the pilot period mobilisation and stabilisation.
• Integrate the four operating layers (operations, programming, technical, commercial) into a single system.
• Protect asset value, drive utilisation, and report commercial performance to the Group.
• Lead participation in Joint Governance, Programming, Marketing & Brand, and Commercial & Partnerships committees.
• Manage transitions between Normal Mode (Operating Company‑led) and Festival Mode (Client‑led) with defined readiness timelines.
• Approve annual operating plans, budgets and commercial agreements.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in large‑scale cultural, entertainment or hospitality venues.
• Strong track record of delivering commercial performance and protecting asset value.
• Deep understanding of governance, compliance and contractual obligations.
• Ability to work with multiple senior stakeholders across a complex organisational structure.

Required skills