Head of Commercial Gunnersbury Museum and Park Development Trust

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Head of Commercial Gunnersbury Museum and Park Development Trust

As our new Head of Commercial, you will ensure we continue to serve our vibrant and diverse community as a premier cultural and recreational space!

• Location: Gunnersbury Park Museum, London

Gunnersbury Museum & Park Development Trust exists to benefit the community, including advancing education and promoting social welfare through the effective management, conservation, and interpretation of the Gunnersbury Park Museum collections.

As the Head of Commercial, you will be responsible for commercial income generation across the Gunnersbury Park Estate and play a key role in the success of Gunnersbury Museum and Park Development Trust.

About the role

The Head of Commercial is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Gunnersbury Museum and Park's commercial strategy.

This role includes creating and implementing a robust 10-year commercial strategy for the Trust and CIC group, partnering with the CEO to build a sustainable income framework. The Head of Commercial will oversee all revenue-generating activities, driving income growth essential to supporting the Park and Museum as valuable community assets.

As part of the senior management team, the Head of Commercial will lead the Gunnersbury CIC's commercial initiatives, aligning these activities with the values and mission of the Trust. Core responsibilities will involve reviewing and enhancing commercial staffing resources, establishing an in-house team, and securing partnerships with external specialists to support ambitious revenue goals.

Key priorities include executing a focused marketing and sales plan for weddings and hospitality services, overseeing a dynamic events programme, managing commercial sublets, and ensuring adherence to all licensing and regulatory requirements.

The Head of Commercial will be accountable for critical income streams, such as weddings, events, park concessions, and film location rentals, with budgeting, financial reporting, and team management responsibilities. They will manage and inspire the events and sales team, aiming to deliver outstanding user experiences that evolve with the community's needs. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and relationship-building with stakeholders will be essential.

In collaboration with the CEO and Head of Finance, the Head of Commercial will contribute to financial planning processes, maintain strong relationships with major commercial tenants, and ensure reporting systems offer clear, actionable insights across revenue streams.

This role presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Gunnersbury's future, enhancing its reach, reputation, and financial resilience as a key community asset.

• 25 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays
• Hybrid working, flexible-working
• Discount in Museum Gift Shop
• Discount at Leisure Centre
• Seasonal organic vegetables from the community garden
• Office situated in a beautiful grade II listed building in a heritage park
• All our salaried staff are invited to join Simply Health, paid for by the organisation

For further information about the role, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners:

If you would like to know more about this role please contact Clare Chesworth.