Chief Executive Officer

About the Role

daa plc, Ireland's state-owned group operating Dublin and Cork airports and parent company to ARI and daa International, seeks a distinguished Chief Executive Officer to spearhead its forthcoming expansion, transformation, and sustainability initiatives. The group handles over 39.9 million passengers expected in 2025 and generates an annual turnover exceeding €1.18 billion. Operating across 13 countries and embarking on a significant capital investment program, this leadership role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of Ireland’s aviation and travel retail industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and achieving strategic and operational goals across both domestic and international subsidiaries.
• Overseeing major infrastructure projects, sustainability efforts, and growth strategies.
• Enhancing commercial performance and maximizing shareholder value.
• Maintaining robust relationships with government entities, regulatory bodies, and principal stakeholders.
• Promoting a culture centered on exceptional customer experience and high performance.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Extensive leadership experience at the highest level within large, complex, international, and regulated organizations.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of driving operational excellence, business growth, and efficiency without compromising service quality.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities, particularly with governments, regulators, and senior partners.
• Proven track record in managing transformational change and accomplishing strategic objectives in multifaceted environments.

Additional Information

This appointment is exclusively managed by Odgers, conducting both advertised and executive search recruitment approaches. Interested applicants should note the application deadline is 5pm on Friday, 21st August 2026.