Team Operations Director

Ready to lead global motorsport operations and shape a next-generation racing organisation from the ground up?We’ve partnered with a fast-growing motorsport organisation that’s recently come out of stealth mode. Backed by strong fiscal support and a clear growth strategy, they’re redefining high-performance driving experiences for a global audience, with an innovative concept, a solid customer base, and all the ingredients for success.This is your opportunity to join as Team Operations Director, responsible for building from the ground up. You’ll shape the operational framework, lead a world-class team, and oversee the flawless delivery of trackside experiences across the UK, US, and Middle East. You’ll work directly with the board, manage multimillion-pound programs, and operate at the intersection of motorsport excellence and start-up innovation.Why You Should Join• Join a recently stealth-exited company with over a decade of adjacent industry expertise. The existing customer base means you’ll enjoy the pace of a start-up without the uncertainty that usually comes with it.• Define operational structures, processes, and culture for a company primed for global expansion.• Deliver events and experiences across international circuits and luxury destinations.• Operate at board level, driving structure, investment, and long-term operational growth.• Be part of a venture with genuine momentum, solid backing, and a clear roadmap for success.What You’ll Do• Lead and evolve global motorsport operations with full ownership of strategy, budgets, and resource planning.• Drive long-term operational scalability, balancing performance, safety, and efficiency.• Oversee all logistics, freight, and compliance, ensuring seamless execution across multiple international locations.• Define team structures, recruit and develop staff, and foster a high-performance, safety-first culture.• Act as the senior operational lead during events, coordinating across engineering, technical, and client-facing teams.What You Bring• 10+ years of proven experience in motorsport operations, ideally across international or multi-event programs.• Proven track record leading end to end motorsport operations, including large budgets and complex, high-value assets.Excited to join? Apply now or reach out directly at djewell@akkar.com- we’re looking to move quickly!This position requires a home base in Silverstone with travel globally.Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply - we may have other opportunities where your skills in motorsport leadership can make a strong impact.