Commercial Manager - The Schools’ Enterprise Association

Commercial Manager

Cobham Hall (Part of the Mill Hill Education Group)

40 hours per week, although flexibility in working arrangements will be required.

Salary: Salary is negotiable based on experience with a performance related bonus.

Start date:

Closing date: 18/12/2023

Interview date:

Address: Cobham, Kent, DA12 3BL

Following promotion of the current postholder to the position of Commercial Director within the Mill Hill Education Group, we are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to take on day to day management of Cobham Hall, a busy school that holds a variety of Lets during the School holiday periods. This is a challenging and varied role. This role will encompass operational management during the School term as well as the planning and delivery of Lets throughout the year. The Commercial Manager will work closely with the Estates Manager and have the ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and changes in routine.

This is a residential role.

We hope that this information pack will provide you with the information you need on Cobham Hall and the role. However, should you want to discuss the position further please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Linda Odendaal, PA to the Headmistress, on 01474 823371.

Contact details:

Contact name: Mrs Linda Odendaal, PA to the Headmistress

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01474 823371

Additional details:

The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. As part of our Recruitment Checks, the appointed candidate will be subject to a Social Media and Enhanced DBS Check.

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