Commercial Director - 12 month FTC

Interim Commercial Director

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving commercial success in the publishing industry? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation in the realm of copyright licencing, is seeking an Interim Commercial Director for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for a permanent role. This exciting opportunity is based in Southwark, London.

About our client:
Our client empowers organisations with legal protection for sharing content, allowing seamless usage of articles and extracts from a variety of publications. Their mission is to facilitate legal access to published content while ensuring fair royalties for copyright owners.

Role Summary:
As the Interim Commercial Director, you will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and be a vital member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). You'll take the lead in shaping the UK revenue and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with our three-year business plan and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the ELT to set a clear direction for staff, fostering a collaborative and respectful environment.
• Lead the commercial team, ensuring financial targets, marketing plans, and KPIs are well communicated and understood.
• Mentor and support heads of various departments in their growth and development, maximising their potential and contribution.
• Provide updates on the commercial strategy to ELT and Board members, ensuring clarity and avoiding jargon.
• Partner with the wider business to deliver on strategic objectives and promote a culture of collaboration.
• Assist in developing a new three-year plan for the organisation starting April 2026.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• A strategic focus paired with strong commercial acumen and a track record of innovative strategy development.
• Proven experience in revenue and marketing strategy development within the publishing or media sector.
• The ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels to create a cohesive commercial plan.
• Leadership skills to inspire diverse teams and foster a performance-oriented culture.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in an accessible manner.
• A solid understanding of the marketplace we operate in, with an ability to challenge and contribute to broader organisational strategies.

Why Join?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation that supports creativity and innovation.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a real impact.
• Enjoy a culture of respect, trust, and inclusivity, where everyone is empowered to grow.

If you're ready to lead with passion and drive, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a key player in shaping the future of copyright licencing.

Note: This position is a fixed-term contract of 12 months with the potential to transition into a permanent role. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.