Interim Commercial & Marketing Manager - Handel Hendrix House

Charisma Charity Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A London based charity is seeking a motivated Commercial & Marketing Manager on a six-month interim contract. You will lead commercial activities, oversee ticketing and merchandising, and work closely with the marketing team to maximize income. Ideal candidates will have significant commercial experience, strong leadership skills, and a positive approach. Salary is £38,000 per annum with applications underway on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in a similar role or in a retail environment.
• Ability to grow resources of the charity for greater impact.
• Experience managing teams and building strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all commercial activities at Handel Hendrix House.
• Oversee ticketing operations and merchandising offers.
• Promote Handel Hendrix House as a venue for hire.

Skills

Excellent commercial acumen

Proven track record of managing budgets

People-focused approach

Job description

We are excited to work with Handel Hendrix House, a London based charity and accredited museum, who seek a Commercial & Marketing Manager on a six-month interim contract.

Handel Hendrix House care for and present to the public the homes of two of the greatest musicians to have ever lived in London: George Frideric Handel and Jimi Hendrix. The charity presents these buildings as an evolving celebration of Handel and Hendrix’s lives, sharing their music, stories, and collections as a source of learning, enjoyment, and inspiration for all. The museum has undergone extensive renovations, and expanded the museum’s footprint to create an engaging visitor attraction reaching at least 30,000 visitors per year.

This is a great opportunity to make an impact within as the interim Commercial & Marketing Manager. You will lead on all commercial activities at Handel Hendrix House delivering against targets for visits, retail and venue hire.

You will oversee the museum’s ticketing operations and merchandising offer, ensuring a seamless and welcoming visitor experience while maximising income through both admissions and retail sales.

The day-to-day marketing and digital activities will be managed by the Marketing and Fundraising Officer, however you will work together with colleagues to ensure that the Handel Hendrix House commercial offer reflects the brand and values of the organisation. Working closely with an external commercial events partner you will promote Handel Hendrix House as a desirable venue for hire, maximising income.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent commercial acumen, with circa 5 years’ experience in a similar role or in a retail environment.
• Proven track record of managing budgets and achieving financial targets, with the ability to grow resources of the charity for greater impact
• A positive, people-focused approach with experience managing teams and building strong relationships with colleagues, partners, and suppliers

You will be a motivated self-starter working effectively with minimal supervision, with a hands-on approach to teamwork. Experience in a museum or heritage site, as well as prior knowledge of the music of G.F. Handel and/or Jimi Hendrix would be an advantage but is not essential.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Contract: Interim, 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Closing date: Sunday 2nd November 2025

However, applications are being reviewed and actioned on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.