Commercial Strategy and Innovation Lead

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in London's housing sector is seeking a Commercial Strategy and Innovation Lead to drive innovative strategies that enhance community living. This pivotal role involves overseeing commercial developments, ensuring they meet market expectations, and maximizing asset value. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in delivering successful projects. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating vibrant, engaging spaces that foster community and economic growth, with ample opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent leave allowance

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Confidential support services

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Interest-free loans

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance up to 4x salary

Qualifications

• Experience leading commercial development projects in mixed-use schemes.
• Strategic leadership in a commercial property environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative commercial strategies centered on placemaking.
• Oversee letting and sale of commercial units in developments.

Skills

Commercial Development Projects

Strategic Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Placemaking Concepts

Business Development

Education

Degree-level Qualification

MRICS Qualification

Job description

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Commercial Strategy and Innovation Lead, London

Client: Notting Hill Genesis

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 33e8a8ef00da

Job Views: 10

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Introduction

Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) is one of London's leading housing associations, committed to creating better places and communities where people can thrive. Our ground floors in developments are vital in enhancing residents' experience. We aim for our commercial properties to be vibrant, engaging, and serve local needs, fostering community, wellbeing, and economic value. As the Commercial Strategy and Innovation Lead, you will shape and execute strategies that meet financial goals and contribute to the success of our places and estates.

How you’ll do it

You will develop innovative and sector-leading commercial strategies centered on placemaking, ensuring they are realistic and achievable, while aiming to create vibrant, coherent, and desirable places. You will oversee the letting and sale of commercial units in existing and new developments, develop strategies that complement residential uses, and maximize asset value. You will manage complex sites and develop exit strategies as needed. Ensuring our commercial spaces meet market expectations to attract and retain high-quality tenants, you will maintain and increase property values. Additionally, you will represent NHG externally, fostering successful relationships to enhance our reputation and sector influence.

The Ideal Candidate

We value passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our organization. Pending legislative changes, a professional qualification may be required to demonstrate competence, with opportunities to study towards such qualifications if not already qualified.

• Experience in leading and delivering commercial development projects in large mixed-use schemes from initial appraisal to delivery.
• Strategic and operational leadership experience in a commercial property environment, preferably with a residential-led developer.
• Proven ability to secure new business opportunities in commercial property.
• Experience delivering innovative concepts, including placemaking, to support commercial goals and customer needs.
• Strong commercial acumen with successful negotiation and partnership experience.

Desirable:

• Degree-level qualification
• MRICS qualification or working towards it

Pending legislative confirmation, a relevant professional qualification may be necessary to demonstrate competence.

What’s in it for you?

Joining NHG offers growth opportunities, a wide range of learning programs, and benefits such as:

• Excellent leave allowance and flexible working options
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Confidential support services
• Health cash plan
• Staff discounts at retailers, gyms, and entertainment venues
• Interest-free loans (season ticket, deposit, training)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance up to 4x salary

About Us

Notting Hill Genesis is a large, not-for-profit housing provider in London, managing over 60,000 homes with more in development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, actively promoting equality across our workforce. For more details, visit our website.

Selection Process

Interested candidates should apply online by 23 June 2024. The process includes an assessment and interview stages. For accommodations or questions, contact us via email. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.