Commercial Operations Officer
Berkhamsted Schools Group
Hours of Work: Full-time, all year round. Will require flexibility at times to cover evening and weekend hires and lets.
Salary: Competitive
Start date: 27/02/2024
Closing date: 17/03/2024
Interview date: TBC
Address: Berkhamsted HP4 2DJ

Reporting to: Commercial Operations Manager

Overall Purpose: To support the Commercial Operations Manager in maximising profitable (non-tuition fee) revenues through the delivery of the schools Commercial Strategy.

The key objective needs to be achieved within the constraints of ensuring the needs of the School’s facilities and core operations are met. Educating the pupils must always take priority in the event of conflict.

Key responsibilities:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

  • Growth of current core revenue streams:
    •  Knox-Johnston Sports Centre
    •  Language Schools
    • Holiday Camps
    • Hires and Lets
    • IT Consultancy
    • Supporting with the growth and development of new revenue streams:
    • Centenary Theatre
    • Filming
    • Events
  • Supporting to develop a commitment across the School to maximising the commercial opportunities

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

  • Operation and management of residential and non-residential courses and camps
  • Operation and management of all external hires and lets of School facilities
  • Establish a clear understanding of the demands of the School on all marketable facilities and ensure that all commercial use is compatible with day-to-day School usage/requirements
  • Liaison with the catering team to ensure smooth administration of catering for events and bookings via the Bluerunner hospitality system
  • Develop and maintain relevant contract documentation for hires and lets
  • Always ensure careful planning and communication with all stakeholders in relation to commercial projects and events

COMPLIANCE

  • Manage and ensure compliance with all relevant licenses (alcohol, music, entertainment)
  • Compliance with school policies particularly with regard to safeguarding and health and safety

 

 

Contact details:

Contact name: Kate Maynard

Email: [email protected]


Additional details:

School Holiday Periods

The majority of significant commercial lettings take place during school holidays, when the post-holder’s presence is generally required. No more than two weeks’ annual leave should be taken during the school summer holiday, and other annual leave during the year should be planned with the wider team to ensure out of term events run smoothly.

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