Head of Commercial Enterprise

Milton Keynes College; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Generous pension

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Milton Keynes College is seeking a visionary Head of Commercial Enterprise to lead a diverse portfolio of commercial activities across multiple campuses, including sports facilities and catering services. You will develop partnerships, maximise the value of college assets and drive sustainable growth while supporting student and community outcomes.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will shape a growth strategy, explore new markets, and enhance employer engagement to strengthen the College’s

Job description

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Job profile for Head of Commercial Enterprise

Head of Commercial Enterprise

location_on Milton Keynes 18/11/2026 Head of Commercial Enterprise

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Job details

Salary Up to £45,650 per annum - Subject to experience Contractual hours 37.5 Basis Full time Region South Package 38 days leave plus bank holidays, Generous pension, Development opportunities, Sector discounts Job reference VO01032 Attachments attachment Head of Commerical 2026.pdf

Job description

MK College Group is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded leader to shape the future of our commercial enterprises. Reporting to the Group Director: Adult HE & Commercial, you will lead a diverse portfolio of commercial operations including sports facilities, catering and hospitality services across multiple campuses, and the development of partnership and event opportunities through the effective use of our estate.

We are looking for someone who can identify new opportunities and develop innovative approaches to maximise the value of our facilities and services. Working within the framework of our Fairer Futures for All strategy, you will play a key role in supporting financial sustainability whilst ensuring that every commercial activity enhances the experience of our students, staff, employers and wider community.

You will be responsible for creating and delivering a commercial growth strategy that balances income generation with educational purpose. This includes developing new partnerships, increasing utilisation of college facilities, exploring new markets, and creating opportunities that strengthen employer engagement and community connections.

The successful candidate will be a creative problem-solver, an experienced commercial leader and an enthusiastic advocate for the role that college facilities can play in supporting students, communities and economic growth. They will be motivated by the challenge of using College assets to offer vibrant, high-performing services which support both organisational sustainability and student success.

OUR BENEFITS

• 35 days annual leave
• 3 additional company closure days during the festive season
• Birthday off
• College organised day working in the Community
• UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Generous pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
• A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card, Blue Light Cardand our reward and recognition platform
• Employee wellbeing platform
• Access to a variety of EDIB related Employee Networks
• Great working environment with complementary parking at both our Milton Keynes and Bletchley sites