Head of Commercial & Marketing (18 month FTC)

Bayman Atkinson Smythe; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A local university's union in Lancashire is seeking a Head of Commercial & Marketing for an 18-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will lead the strategic management of commercial activities and drive business growth, while collaborating closely with a talented team and Board of Trustees. This role offers hybrid working with numerous benefits, including 39 days holiday and a generous pension package. The ideal candidate should possess entrepreneurial flair and a proven track record in commercial management.

Benefits

39 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Generous pension

Hybrid / flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management and marketing.
• Strong understanding of strategic planning and development.
• Ability to drive business growth through innovation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to overall strategic planning alongside senior colleagues.
• Assess commercial performance and develop marketing strategies.
• Lead management of commercial teams and services.

Job description

Head of Commercial & Marketing (18-month FTC) - Lancaster

£47,389 to £56,535 Hybrid

Lancaster University Students Union (LUSU) is a special place playing a pivotal role within the campus of Lancaster University to provide a community where students can feel a sense of belonging and have the support to make the most of their time at university. Supporting a wide range of services including student clubs and societies, providing recreational and competitive sporting opportunities, co‑ordinating volunteering projects, running environmental and sustainability projects, the Union is committed to ensuring students have a fulfilling student life. It also runs several commercial services including a lettings agency and nightclub. Home to a dynamic community of 18,000 students the University is ranked as one of the UK's top 10 universities and holds the coveted TEF Gold award.

It's an exciting time to join LUSU as it embarks on a transformational journey to stay agile to meet the needs of students, whilst navigating the changes in higher education. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Commercial and Marketing to join us for a fixed term of 18 months. Working with a talented team, a committed Board of Trustees and an inspirational CEO the role will be varied and be responsible for driving forward the commercial activities of the Union.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to LUSU’s overall strategic planning and development alongside other senior colleagues and the Board.
• Assess the commercial performance of all the businesses.
• Set the vision and strategy for commercial teams.
• Lead the strategic and operational management of the Sugarhouse nightclub, LUSU Living, and Commercial Marketing services.
• Drive business growth through effective planning, innovation and performance management.
• Ensure commercial activities comply with relevant legislation, licensing and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement a marketing strategy that enhances the profile of LUSU.
• Deliver strategic reports to the Board.

We are seeking an individual with entrepreneurial flair who has the ability to develop the commercial services, whilst working collaboratively with colleagues. We require someone who can bring fresh ideas and innovate existing services and ensure services are relevant for now and the future.

Benefits

• 39 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Generous pension
• Hybrid / flexible working