Lettings and Commercial Manager

Modaes; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious independent school as a Lettings and Commercial Manager, where you will lead the commercial success of the school's facilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage bookings, market facilities, and ensure regulatory compliance while providing outstanding experiences for clients and visitors. With a focus on delivering exceptional service and maximizing revenue, you'll be part of a supportive community dedicated to fostering a thriving environment. If you're a commercially savvy professional with a passion for facilities management and events coordination, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Salary up to £40,000

4 weeks paid holiday

Competitive pension scheme

Meals during term time

Branded uniform provided

Training provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Use of sports facilities

Free staff parking

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management or events coordination is essential.
• Strong financial skills including budgeting and invoicing are required.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial success of the school's facilities and manage bookings.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Facilities Management

Events Coordination

Marketing Skills

Sales Skills

Financial Acumen

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Lettings and Commercial Manager

Tiverton, Devon

About Us

Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3–18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based in 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.

We are now looking for a Lettings and Commercial Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits

1. Salary of up to £40,000 per annum (including business performance bonuses)
2. 4 weeks’ paid holiday plus bank holidays and additional customary days
3. Competitive company pension scheme
4. Meals during term time
5. Branded uniform provided (as required)
6. Relevant internal and external training provided
7. Market leading Employee Assistance Programme
8. Use of excellent sports facilities including gym and outdoor swimming pool
9. Free staff parking
10. Cycle to work scheme

This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially savvy professional with experience in facilities management, events co-ordination or a similar role to join our prestigious and forward-thinking school.

You’ll play a leading role in bringing our spaces to life, delivering outstanding experiences for clients and visitors and turning our breathtaking 100-acre campus into a thriving hub of activity!

So, if you want to join a close-knit, supportive community with a strong sense of purpose, then apply today!

The Role

As our Lettings and Commercial Manager, you will drive the commercial success of our school’s facilities.

Managing and maximising revenue from activities outside the core educational function, you will secure bookings, actively market our facilities, negotiate contracts and manage pricing, invoicing, budgets and payroll.

You will also oversee staff recruitment and scheduling while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Additionally, you will:

1. Establish and manage effective booking systems for all stakeholders
2. Represent the school at industry events
3. Maintain facility security and ensure prompt repairs and upkeep
4. Provide exceptional customer service

About You

To be considered as our Lettings and Commercial Manager, you will need:

1. Experience in facilities management, events co-ordination or a similar commercial role
2. Strong marketing and sales skills, with experience in securing and managing bookings
3. Excellent financial acumen, including budgeting, invoicing and financial reporting
4. Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, safeguarding and insurance compliance
5. Excellent communication and customer service skills
6. A high level of organisational and administrative ability

Closing date

5pm Monday 17th February 2025

Other organisations may call this role Lettings Manager, Commercial Manager, Facilities and Events Manager, Commercial Services Manager, Venue and Lettings Manager, Estates and Lettings Manager, or Revenue and Bookings Manager.

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