Operations Director - Casino Division
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Stretford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Travel & Tourism
Immediate Start
£100k - £110k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Operations Director
Location: National Role
Salary: up to £110,000 per annum + car allowance and bonus
Role: Permanent – Full time
An established and growing gaming business is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and shape its expanding casino division during a critical phase of growth and transformation.
This is a senior, high‑impact role with full accountability for operational performance, culture, compliance and commercial delivery across a growing portfolio of UK casinos, including existing sites and forthcoming acquisitions.
With multiple venues already in operation and further sites planned through acquisition, the business requires a credible, hands‑on Operations Director who can set direction, stabilise performance and build a high‑performing operating model.
You will take ownership of day‑to‑day operations while also playing a key role in strategic growth, integration of newly acquired sites, and long‑term commercial development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the casino portfolio
Drive commercial performance, profitability and revenue growth
Lead cultural integration following acquisitions, embedding consistent standards and ways of working
Ensure full compliance with UK gambling legislation, LCCP requirements and regulatory best practice
Build strong, visible leadership presence across sites, earning credibility quickly
Develop and coach senior casino leadership teams, strengthening succession and capability
Balance service excellence with operational discipline and cost control
Act as the senior operational interface between UK operations and wider group stakeholdersAbout You
You will already operate at a senior level within the casino, gaming or betting industry, with a strong grasp of both the commercial and regulatory realities of the sector. Or alternatively within retail or hospitality.
Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within casinos, gaming or betting
Strong working knowledge of gambling regulation and compliance frameworks
A track record of leading multi‑site operations and senior management teams
Experience integrating acquired businesses or turning around underperforming operations
Commercial acumen combined with a strong service and customer mindset
The ability to cut through complexity, challenge assumptions and establish facts quickly
Gravitas, credibility and the confidence to influence at board and group levelLocation & Travel
This is a national role with regular travel across the UK and periodic engagement with international stakeholders. Flexibility on base location is available for the right individual.
If you are an experienced Operations Director ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY NOW to join our clients dynamic team and drive success across your stores.
About us:
This Area Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.
Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:
Web: McCarthy Recruitment
LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment
Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment
Instagram: McCarthyrecruitmentThe Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.
No job description added
Location: National Role
Salary: up to £110,000 per annum + car allowance and bonus
Role: Permanent – Full time
An established and growing gaming business is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and shape its expanding casino division during a critical phase of growth and transformation.
This is a senior, high‑impact role with full accountability for operational performance, culture, compliance and commercial delivery across a growing portfolio of UK casinos, including existing sites and forthcoming acquisitions.
With multiple venues already in operation and further sites planned through acquisition, the business requires a credible, hands‑on Operations Director who can set direction, stabilise performance and build a high‑performing operating model.
You will take ownership of day‑to‑day operations while also playing a key role in strategic growth, integration of newly acquired sites, and long‑term commercial development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the casino portfolio
Drive commercial performance, profitability and revenue growth
Lead cultural integration following acquisitions, embedding consistent standards and ways of working
Ensure full compliance with UK gambling legislation, LCCP requirements and regulatory best practice
Build strong, visible leadership presence across sites, earning credibility quickly
Develop and coach senior casino leadership teams, strengthening succession and capability
Balance service excellence with operational discipline and cost control
Act as the senior operational interface between UK operations and wider group stakeholdersAbout You
You will already operate at a senior level within the casino, gaming or betting industry, with a strong grasp of both the commercial and regulatory realities of the sector. Or alternatively within retail or hospitality.
Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within casinos, gaming or betting
Strong working knowledge of gambling regulation and compliance frameworks
A track record of leading multi‑site operations and senior management teams
Experience integrating acquired businesses or turning around underperforming operations
Commercial acumen combined with a strong service and customer mindset
The ability to cut through complexity, challenge assumptions and establish facts quickly
Gravitas, credibility and the confidence to influence at board and group levelLocation & Travel
This is a national role with regular travel across the UK and periodic engagement with international stakeholders. Flexibility on base location is available for the right individual.
If you are an experienced Operations Director ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY NOW to join our clients dynamic team and drive success across your stores.
About us:
This Area Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.
Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:
Web: McCarthy Recruitment
LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment
Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment
Instagram: McCarthyrecruitmentThe Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.
No job description added
Reference: 225195793
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Operations Director - Casino Division
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Stretford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Travel & Tourism
Immediate Start
£100k - £110k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Operations Director
Location: National Role
Salary: up to £110,000 per annum + car allowance and bonus
Role: Permanent – Full time
An established and growing gaming business is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and shape its expanding casino division during a critical phase of growth and transformation.
This is a senior, high‑impact role with full accountability for operational performance, culture, compliance and commercial delivery across a growing portfolio of UK casinos, including existing sites and forthcoming acquisitions.
With multiple venues already in operation and further sites planned through acquisition, the business requires a credible, hands‑on Operations Director who can set direction, stabilise performance and build a high‑performing operating model.
You will take ownership of day‑to‑day operations while also playing a key role in strategic growth, integration of newly acquired sites, and long‑term commercial development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the casino portfolio
Drive commercial performance, profitability and revenue growth
Lead cultural integration following acquisitions, embedding consistent standards and ways of working
Ensure full compliance with UK gambling legislation, LCCP requirements and regulatory best practice
Build strong, visible leadership presence across sites, earning credibility quickly
Develop and coach senior casino leadership teams, strengthening succession and capability
Balance service excellence with operational discipline and cost control
Act as the senior operational interface between UK operations and wider group stakeholdersAbout You
You will already operate at a senior level within the casino, gaming or betting industry, with a strong grasp of both the commercial and regulatory realities of the sector. Or alternatively within retail or hospitality.
Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within casinos, gaming or betting
Strong working knowledge of gambling regulation and compliance frameworks
A track record of leading multi‑site operations and senior management teams
Experience integrating acquired businesses or turning around underperforming operations
Commercial acumen combined with a strong service and customer mindset
The ability to cut through complexity, challenge assumptions and establish facts quickly
Gravitas, credibility and the confidence to influence at board and group levelLocation & Travel
This is a national role with regular travel across the UK and periodic engagement with international stakeholders. Flexibility on base location is available for the right individual.
If you are an experienced Operations Director ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY NOW to join our clients dynamic team and drive success across your stores.
About us:
This Area Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.
Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:
Web: McCarthy Recruitment
LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment
Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment
Instagram: McCarthyrecruitmentThe Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.
No job description added
Location: National Role
Salary: up to £110,000 per annum + car allowance and bonus
Role: Permanent – Full time
An established and growing gaming business is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and shape its expanding casino division during a critical phase of growth and transformation.
This is a senior, high‑impact role with full accountability for operational performance, culture, compliance and commercial delivery across a growing portfolio of UK casinos, including existing sites and forthcoming acquisitions.
With multiple venues already in operation and further sites planned through acquisition, the business requires a credible, hands‑on Operations Director who can set direction, stabilise performance and build a high‑performing operating model.
You will take ownership of day‑to‑day operations while also playing a key role in strategic growth, integration of newly acquired sites, and long‑term commercial development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the casino portfolio
Drive commercial performance, profitability and revenue growth
Lead cultural integration following acquisitions, embedding consistent standards and ways of working
Ensure full compliance with UK gambling legislation, LCCP requirements and regulatory best practice
Build strong, visible leadership presence across sites, earning credibility quickly
Develop and coach senior casino leadership teams, strengthening succession and capability
Balance service excellence with operational discipline and cost control
Act as the senior operational interface between UK operations and wider group stakeholdersAbout You
You will already operate at a senior level within the casino, gaming or betting industry, with a strong grasp of both the commercial and regulatory realities of the sector. Or alternatively within retail or hospitality.
Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within casinos, gaming or betting
Strong working knowledge of gambling regulation and compliance frameworks
A track record of leading multi‑site operations and senior management teams
Experience integrating acquired businesses or turning around underperforming operations
Commercial acumen combined with a strong service and customer mindset
The ability to cut through complexity, challenge assumptions and establish facts quickly
Gravitas, credibility and the confidence to influence at board and group levelLocation & Travel
This is a national role with regular travel across the UK and periodic engagement with international stakeholders. Flexibility on base location is available for the right individual.
If you are an experienced Operations Director ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY NOW to join our clients dynamic team and drive success across your stores.
About us:
This Area Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.
Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:
Web: McCarthy Recruitment
LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment
Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment
Instagram: McCarthyrecruitmentThe Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.
No job description added
Reference: 225195793
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