Commercial Manager

Due to an internal initiative, a brand-new opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Manager to join a respected organisation in Southampton on a 2-year fixed-term contract (with a strong potential to become permanent and move into a permanent leadership role). This strategic role offers the chance to shape commercial operations from the ground up, influence meaningful change across a values-driven setting, and unlock new revenue streams through creative partnerships and facility use. In return, you will receive a competitive benefits package offering, 1-2 days remote working, enhanced pension and great onsite facilities - to mention a few!

Working closely with the Head of Finance, you’ll lead the development and implementation of a long-term commercial strategy, while engaging internal stakeholders and external partners to drive sustainable growth.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing a long-term commercial strategy
• Identifying and testing new revenue streams (e.g. holiday clubs, theatre hire)
• Leading the implementation of new systems including booking software
• Engaging internal stakeholders to drive a commercial culture
• Evaluating ROI and presenting to governors and leadership
• Building external partnerships and managing commercial contracts

What you will need:

• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Business partnering or commercial strategy experience
• Experience working in a role such as Commerical Manager / Finance Business Partner / Finance Analyst / Management Accountant

What sort of person would be suitable?

• Strategic thinker with the drive to launch something new
• Strong relationship builder able to shift internal mindsets
• Confident, people-focused and adaptable

What you will get:

• 7.5% - Contributory pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Heavily discounted perks
• Free lunches
• Free on-site parking
• Access to on-site gym
• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Hybrid working: 1 day / 2 days WFH
• 4pm Friday finish

If you would like to find out more, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF.

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