Deputy General Manager – Aston Villa FC

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Full time
Location: Birmingham
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Job offered by: Levy UK
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Deputy General Manager - Aston Villa FC

£60,000 per annum Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children) Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%) Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards Meals on duty Vodaphone discounts Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back Competitive and supportive family benefits Day off for baby's first birthday Holiday purchase scheme On-going training & development and career pathways Professional subscriptions paid Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

Join the Team as Deputy General Manager at Aston Villa - Levy

Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking leader with a passion for hospitality and an eye for excellence? Aston Villa, one of the UK’s most iconic football clubs, is looking for an exceptional Deputy General Manager to help deliver unforgettable experiences at Villa Park in partnership with Levy, the industry leader in premium sports and entertainment hospitality.

More about the role:

As our Deputy General Manager, you will work closely with the General Manager and Venue Director to drive operational success, ensuring Villa Park remains a beacon of world-class service. This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to innovate, inspire, and contribute to the success of one of the country’s most beloved clubs.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead a team of hospitality professionals, overseeing matchday operations, non-matchday events, and a range of premium dining experiences. You will bring your expertise to bear on ensuring that every visitor, whether a lifelong fan or a first-time guest, receives an unforgettable experience.

Collaborate with the General Manager to deliver strategic goals across all areas of hospitality and catering Lead, develop, and inspire teams to exceed expectations in both matchday and non-matchday operations Drive exceptional guest experiences across bars, restaurants, VIP areas, and large-scale events Oversee budgets, forecasts, and operational plans to achieve commercial success Foster innovation and creativity to elevate Villa Park’s reputation as a premier destination Champion Levy’s values of sustainability, diversity, and community engagement

About you: A proven leader with extensive experience in hospitality management, ideally in sports or large-scale venues Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex operations in a fast-paced environment A commercial mindset, with a track record of driving revenue and controlling costs Passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences and exceeding expectations An inspiring leader who can motivate teams and create a culture of excellence Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build lasting relationships with stakeholders

At Levy UK & 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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