Commercial Manager

Dacorum Borough Council; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager for a nine-month maternity cover. This role offers the chance to lead key initiatives within the Council's Commercial Strategy, focusing on income generation and best practices. You'll be instrumental in developing business cases, conducting thorough analyses, and supporting strategic commercial initiatives. Join a supportive and collaborative team in a hybrid work environment, where your expertise can make a significant impact on the Council's financial sustainability and growth. If you're ready to drive meaningful change, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management with a focus on income generation.
• Ability to develop business cases and perform in-depth analyses.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for repurposing underperforming garage assets.
• Drive the review of commercial revenue streams and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Commercial Management

Income Generation

Strategic Analysis

Project Management

Job description

Job Description

9 month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover – start date in July 2025)

Full-time: 37 hours per week (minimum 1 day per week in the office)

Ref: CC022

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager for a nine‐month maternity cover who is ready to hit the ground running. In this role, you will support the Head of Commercial Development by leading key initiatives within our Commercial Strategy and Programme, driving income generation, and implementing best practice across the Council.

Key Responsibilities:

• Garage Project Repurposing: Lead initiatives focused on repurposing underperforming garage assets. You’ll develop robust business cases that detail cost-benefit analyses and projected returns on investment, ensuring our Council’s financial sustainability.
• Commercial Income Review: Drive the comprehensive review of our commercial revenue streams. This includes identifying new income generation opportunities, conducting thorough analyses of costs and income trends, and supporting the achievement of both financial and commercial targets.
• Deliver additional critical projects such as supporting the delivery of the Commercial Strategy and overseeing the Commercial Board’s functions, ensuring alignment with our wider commercial objectives.
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Commercial Expertise: Demonstrable experience in commercial management, with a proven track record in income generation and driving efficiency savings.
• Strategic & Analytical Skills: Ability to develop business cases, perform in-depth analyses, and craft strategic initiatives that support long-term financial goals.
• Property Insight (Desirable): Experience within property management or related sectors would be beneficial, though not essential.
• Collaborative & Adaptable: A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, maintaining a balance between formal project management rigour and a flexible, engaging working style.
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by supporting a wide range of strategic commercial initiatives at the Council. You will work in a dynamic hybrid environment that values both professional expertise and a friendly, supportive culture. If you’re ready to contribute your commercial savvy to drive meaningful change and income growth, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Submit your application and CV by the closing date shown in the advert and join us in shaping the future of commercial delivery within the Council.

If you have any questions about the role or require further details, please contact (Ben Hosier), ([e-mail] )for an informal discussion.

A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions.

The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

Interviews Date(s): June 2025 (exact dates TBC)