Centre Director – Sports and Performance Facility

Permanent

Riyadh

JOB-22062

Matthew Donovan

Location: Saudi Arabia
Sector: Sports, Healthcare, Performance

The Opportunity

A confidential client is seeking a Sports Center Director to lead the launch and operation of a new Sports Medicine Center in Riyadh.

This facility forms part of a broader healthcare platform and is being developed as an integrated sports medicine, performance, and rehabilitation environment. It will operate as a live clinical and operational asset ahead of a larger flagship centre planned within a major destination development, with a clear pathway for leadership to transition into that long-term asset.

The role sits at the intersection of elite sport, healthcare, and commercial performance. The Sports Center Director will be responsible for establishing and leading a multidisciplinary operation that brings together clinical services, rehabilitation, performance, and wellness into a single, cohesive model.

This is a build-phase leadership role within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Strategic direction sits with the healthcare OpCo, while day-to-day operations are delivered in partnership with an established hospital operator, supported by external advisory partners. The successful individual will need to operate effectively across these interfaces while building a high-performing, scalable operation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Build Phase Delivery

Lead the launch and operationalisation of the Sports Medicine Center
Translate strategic objectives into a clear operating model across clinical, rehabilitation, and performance services
Shape the organisational structure, service lines, and delivery model during the build phase
Establish the foundation for a scalable platform aligned to the future flagship centre

Integrated Operations Management

Oversee day-to-day operations across sports medicine, rehabilitation, performance, and wellness services
Ensure seamless coordination between clinical, performance, and support functions
Develop and implement operating procedures, workflows, and service standards
Manage capacity, scheduling, and resource allocation across the centre

Commercial & Financial Performance

Own the centre’s operational and financial performance, including revenue, cost control, and utilisation
Support the development of pricing models, service packages, and commercial offerings
Identify opportunities to optimise revenue and improve operational efficiency
Contribute to a sustainable commercial model alongside broader strategic objectives

Stakeholder Management & Governance

Operate effectively within a dual-structure environment, aligning strategic objectives with operational delivery
Collaborate closely with the hospital operator on day-to-day execution
Engage with external advisory partners to ensure alignment with international benchmarks
Represent the centre in leadership forums and stakeholder discussions

Team Leadership & Capability Building

Build and lead a multidisciplinary team across clinical, performance, and operational functions
Support recruitment and development of specialist talent, particularly in areas where local capability is limited
Establish a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and service excellence
Set clear performance expectations and monitor delivery across all functions

Customer Experience & Service Integration

Ensure a seamless, high-quality experience across all services
Oversee the integration of clinical care, rehabilitation, and performance pathways
Support the development of a differentiated offering targeting both elite athletes and an active population
Position the centre as a leading destination for sports medicine and performance services

Quality, Performance & Continuous Improvement

Establish performance metrics across operational, financial, and service delivery areas
Monitor utilisation, throughput, and service effectiveness
Drive continuous improvement through data and operational insight
Ensure alignment with safety, regulatory, and quality standards

Candidate Profile

15+ years’ experience in sports, healthcare, performance, or integrated service environments
Experience leading or developing a sports medicine, performance, or multidisciplinary facility
Strong operational and commercial capability, with experience managing complex service environments
Background may be clinical or non-clinical, with a clear understanding of integrated sports medicine and performance models
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build capability from the ground up
Experience operating within complex stakeholder environments or partnership models
International exposure to high-performance sport, healthcare, or performance-driven environments

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