Head of Finance

Who we are: Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality. In Ireland, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport and events. Our partnerships include venues such as the Aviva Stadium, the Dublin Convention Centre and a number of racecourses including Leopardstown Racecourse and Fairyhouse Racecourse. We are culinary champions – it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences. Focused on ‘doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage. We collaborate with some of the UK and Ireland’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences. More About The Role Levy Ireland is now a €40M revenue business and targeting strong growth over the next 3 years, with expected revenues then of €70M. We have grown organically with new contracts and initiatives and through some mergers and acquisitions activity. To support our growth strategy, we are looking to appoint a Head of Finance to partner the Levy Ireland MD and the Levy Ireland GM’s (and support the overarching Head of Finance and CFO for Levy UK and Ireland) - to influence the commercial operations of the business. Role This role will have finance responsibility for all Levy venues in Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland including new business. The existing venues are as follows:

• Conference & Exhibitions: Convention Centre Dublin
• Racing: Leopardstown, Fairyhouse and The Curragh
• International Rugby: Aviva Stadium Dublin

Hybrid and mobile working across venues, office and home will be the norm, however, it is essential that this role understands the operation of the business to enable the making of informed business decisions. Working hours are flexible as many of our events are over weekends/evenings. The person will link through to our teams in Levy UK&I along with local in-country resource.

• Partner the MD and GMs to drive growth, efficiencies, and profit through the business. It will involve using the data we generate from sales and costs to analyse the business to identify opportunities and risk and help the GM’s to deliver them.
• Assess new business opportunities and review bids presented by the Chief Growth Officer to enable the business to grow successfully.
• Financial reporting and control.
• Systems development and integration.

About you: To excel in this role you will bring a proven track record of success in senior finance roles within the hospitality sector. You will be an innovative thinker, capable of balancing strategic priorities with operational excellence.

• Qualified - (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, able to support growth and profitability.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Able to communicate complex financial concepts.
• Proactive, hands on, influential, and able to drive change.

At Levy Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered. Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard. We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate. Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr