Head of Commercial

Wentworth Woodhouse; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth Woodhouse seeks a proactive Head of Commercial to drive growth and lead trading activities at a significant heritage site. This role involves developing a commercial strategy across hospitality, retail, and events, ensuring a mission-driven approach that enhances visitor experience while supporting the organization's charitable goals.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional days for length of service

3% employer pension contribution

Flexible working culture

Qualifications

• Experienced commercial leader from hospitality, catering or retail sectors.
• Proven ability to grow income and manage multiple revenue streams.
• Person-centred approach to leadership and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead trading activity and develop a commercial strategy.
• Manage hospitality, retail, and event operations.
• Enhance visitor experience and support charitable purpose.

Skills

Business planning

Budgeting

Negotiation

Leadership

Customer service

Innovation in income generation

Strategic thinking

Operational excellence

Job description

Could you drive forward commercial income for one of the most breathtakingly beautiful heritage sites in the UK?

Wentworth Woodhouse is ready to welcome a proactive Head of Commercial to lead trading activity in the next phase of an ambitious growth strategy, driving a bold step-change in the approach and delivery of commercial operations.

Salary £50k FTE
Location Mostly onsite to support brilliant service delivery
Contract 2-years fixed term, full time (37.5) or reduced hours considered
Benefits 25 days with additional (up to 5 days) for length of service, 3% employer pension contribution
Culture Grown up, flexible and accountable

About Wentworth Woodhouse

In the heart of South Yorkshire, a giant of the cultural world is being reawakened. Once a political, social and economic powerhouse, today it is being brought back to life as a cultural, creative and community-driven hub.

Currently undergoing one of the most exciting and complex heritage regeneration projects of a lifetime, Wentworth Woodhouse is now looking to build the commercial foundations to sustain and expand its impact for generations to come.

About the role

We re looking for a commercially-minded leader to join the Senior Leadership Team. This is a newly created role that will shape and deliver a bold commercial strategy across trading activities, including:

• Hospitality and catering (on-site cafes, afternoon tea, events catering)
• Retail (gift shop and bespoke product lines)
• Weddings, corporate and charity events
• Location hire for film and TV productions
• Visitor experience and front-of-house operations

You'll lead the development of a dynamic, mission-driven commercial offer that reflects values, enhances visitor experience, and supports the organisation s charitable purpose. This is an exceptional opportunity to make your mark, working for a nationally significant heritage site.

Who we re looking for

You re an experienced commercial leader from the hospitality, catering or retail sectors, with a proven ability to grow income, manage multiple revenue streams, and lead high-performing teams.

In your toolkit, you ll also have:

• Strong business planning and budgeting skills
• Confidence in negotiating contracts and building supplier relationships
• Person-centred approach to leadership, customer service and collaboration
• Track-record of innovating income generation from trading activity
• Ability to work strategically and lead operationally
• Continuous improvement mindset, striving to achieve operational excellence

Experience in heritage, culture, or the third sector is welcome but not essential what matters most is your ability to bring energy, drive and commercial excellence to a purpose-led organisation.

To Apply

We d love to hear from you please get in touch with a copy of your CV or profile. If your experience meets the brief, then Amelia at Charity People will reach out to tell you more and explain how to apply.

Closing date: Thursday 5th June
Interviews dates will be confirmed soon

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