Executive Director, Strategy & Performance

About the role

This senior leadership position reports directly to the CEO of a leading gaming and betting organisation. The Executive Director – Strategy & Performance will shape and execute the company’s growth agenda while ensuring operational excellence in a highly regulated market.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall growth strategy across products, channels and partnerships.
• Identify new revenue streams, including innovation initiatives and geographic expansion.
• Lead performance management for revenue, Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) and network metrics.
• Drive commercial and marketing strategies across retail, digital and key accounts.
• Oversee customer acquisition, retention and campaign ROI optimisation.
• Align product offerings with evolving market demand.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver operational excellence and strategic projects.
• Manage transformation programmes such as digitalisation and network modernisation.
• Foster a results‑driven performance culture throughout the organisation.

Required profile

• 10–15+ years in senior strategic and operational leadership roles.
• Proven track record of driving growth, performance and large‑scale transformation.
• Experience in regulated sectors such as gaming, betting, telecoms, fintech, FMCG or distribution.
• Strong commercial, marketing and operational acumen.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Executive‑level role with direct exposure to the CEO.
• Opportunity to shape strategy in a high‑potential, regulated market.
• Leadership of large‑scale digital and transformation initiatives.
• Attractive compensation package with performance‑based incentives and executive benefits.