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Operations & Administration Manager Vacancy
Application Deadline: Friday 25th September 2026
Job Title: Operations & Administration Manager
Salary: £35,000 + (Dependent on Experience)
WLIC Ealing Masjid is seeking to appoint a highly organised, motivated and enthusiastic Operations & Administration Manager who will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day administration, operational coordination, services delivery, facilities oversight, guest reception and event support of the Centre.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an exceptional WLIC staff and management team, see attachedjob desciption.
Only the applicants shortlisted will be notified. Any offer of employment will be subject to references, an enhanced DBS, qualifications, medical and other statutory checks being satisfactory.
Are you organised and proactive, with a passion for fundraising and dogs?
We’re looking for a Regular Giving Fundraising Assistant to be responsible for provide support to our Regular Giving Fundraising team, who are responsible for some of our most popular fundraising products.
What does this job do?
As Regular Giving Fundraising Assistant, you’ll:
This role is fixed term until September 2027. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 7th, 8th and 9th September 2026 and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
We’re looking for candidates who have exceptional attention to detail, who have strong communication and interpersonal skills and cope well working under pressure. A passion for the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Education team in the Diocese of Chester in managing the DBE’s financial operations and overseeing its legal work and schools’ capital projects.
The Finance and Operations Officer is a key member of the Diocesan Education team, responsible for the financial management and operations of the company. This also incorporates overseeing legal matters, liaising with the DBE’s lawyers, and working with our partner company on school capital projects.
The role offers hybrid working that includes working from Church House at Daresbury Park, Warrington (at least three days a week). This is a full-time position, although part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website: please see website address in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.
If you wish to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact Susan Kemp, PA to the Director of Education - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.
Completed application forms should be returned by email - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.
Closing date: 16th September 2026
Interviews: 28th September 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Introduction
Holy Trinity Church Leicester (HTL Church) are looking for a coffee house assistant manager to support the development and growth of King’s Coffee House (KCH), set in the shared entrance of the HTL building.
Our vision is to be the first point of contact between the church and the city - providing excellent food and drink, with a friendly customer experience and serve the community.
Role Description
Working under the café manager, the assistant manager is responsible for developing and growing the ministry of King’s Coffee House, assisting the management of the daily operations and volunteer teams.
The assistant manager shares responsibility for recruiting, training, and motivating the volunteer team to provide excellent customer service and represent HTL Church well to the community.
Job Specification
• Manage day-to-day operations of the coffee house, including opening and closing.
• Recruit and train volunteers in drinks/food preparation, proper use of coffee and catering equipment, and customer service.
• Where needed, create rotas and communicate with volunteers, including building a volunteer community.
• Ensure all Food Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures are followed in the café areas (including cleaning of equipment, café area, and checking bathrooms).
• Ensure all cash register transactions are accurate and that cash is securely handled and recorded.
• Assist the manager with product development including reviewing and revising menus and pricing.
• Enable the team to deliver excellent customer service, building the confidence and enjoyment of the volunteers and their sense of team.
• Nurture friendly relationships with customers to increase loyalty and grow the reputation of the coffee house, and HTL Church.
• Assist the manager with design and execution of marketing and social media campaigns (supported by the HTL media team).
Person Specification
Essential
• Understanding of the requirements of successful coffee shop management.
• Experience of leading volunteers and ability to delegate.
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to manage a team.
• Personable and able to create a welcoming and friendly environment.
• Highly motivated, able to work on their own initiative, while serving the overall purpose of King’s Coffee House.
• Good administrative, maths, and IT skills.
• A problem solver with capacity for creative and strategic thinking.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
Desirable
• Experience of working in a coffee shop environment.
• Experience of working/volunteering in both a church and a secular setting.
• Additional Certification (training will be provided where this is missing)
o Food Hygiene level 3
o First Aid at Work
o Manual Handling
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and health and safety principles (training will be provided).
Further Information
This role holds a Genuine Occupational Requirement for an active and committed Christian faith under the 2010 Equality Act, Part 1, Schedule 9.
HTL Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks.
Application Process
If you wish to apply for this role, please email a covering letter and a CV to Alan Schwarzenberger PCC Secretary by 1pm on Monday 14 September 2026. The letter should cover:
• Why you feel called to this position
• How you believe you fulfil the requirements of the person specification
• How you share the vision and values of HTL Church and King’s Coffee House
If shortlisted, you will receive an invitation to interview to be held in person on the morning of Monday 21 September 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Executive Assistant to the Operations Director, Head of Legal & Risk and the Head of Internal Audit
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant looking for an opportunity to work for a Christian humanitarian and development charity witha heart for seeing an end to extreme poverty? Do you have proven experience of providing EA support at Director level in a demanding environment? Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you!
As Executive Assistant you will provide strategic administrative support to Tearfund's Operations Director to enable them to operate effectively and meet the global objectives of Tearfund. This role also supports the Head of Internal Audit and the Head of Legal & Risk with timely and proactive administration of confidential and sensitive information. You will need to be able to work across different cultures, functions and time zones, being flexible and creative.
This role requires:
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
Hybrid working: This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from the Teddington Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager.
Please note: This is a Full time permanent role - with some flexibility over the working hours/days.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
Grade 4 Salary £37,160 per annum
Interviews will be scheduled for 10th and 11th September.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
Applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Ada Lovelace Institute (Ada) is looking to hire an Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Director. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EA to play a pivotal role in the smooth day-to-day running of Ada's Director's office, working at the heart of a small, mission-driven organisation dedicated to ensuring that data and AI work for people and society.
Between late November/ early December 2026 and July 2027, the Director will be on maternity leave. During this period, the role will support two Co-Directors, who will be covering the Director's responsibilities between them. This will call for particular dexterity and adaptability. It is also an excellent opportunity to help shape and refine approaches to the smooth running of a senior office, pivoting to support the Director on her return.
You will provide high-quality executive support across diary and inbox management, correspondence, and briefing preparation, ensuring the Co-Directors are well prepared and well represented in all their engagements. You will coordinate Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings and communications, ensuring key outcomes and decisions are shared clearly across the team, and triage external invitations and requests to ensure they align with organisational priorities. The role also carries responsibility coordination of the Co-Director travel.
The role will be managed by Ada's Head of Operations and Strategic Development, working closely with the Operations Administrator and members of the Senior Leadership Team to support a well organised, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
About you
You are an experienced Executive Assistant or Diary Administrator who thrives on keeping a busy office running smoothly, and who is energised by the prospect of supporting more than one senior leader through a period of change. You have:
Significant experience providing executive support, including complex diary management and correspondence, to a senior leader or executive in a fast-paced environment.
Experience acting as a first point of contact for senior leaders, managing external relationships with professionalism and discretion.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to problem-solve, coordinate multiple moving parts, adapt to shifting priorities, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
You'll bring flexibility and good judgement to working across two Co-Directors during this period, along with the discretion to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. You'll enjoy building trusted working relationships across a small team and take pride in providing a consistently high standard of support, whoever you're working with on a given day.
For further information about the role, please click through to the vacancy listing on our website.
About us
The Ada Lovelace Institute is an independent research institute funded and incubated by the Nuffield Foundation since 2018.
Our mission is to ensure data and artificial intelligence work for people and society. We do this by building evidence and fostering rigorous debate on how data and AI affect people and society. We recognise the power asymmetries that exist in ethical and legal debates around the development of data-driven technologies and seek to level those asymmetries by convening diverse voices and creating a shared understanding of the ethical issues arising from data and AI. Finally, we seek to define and inform good practice in the design and deployment of AI technologies.
The Institute has emerged as a leading independent voice on the ethical and societal impacts of data and AI. We have built relationships in the public, private and civil society sectors in the UK and internationally. Please find details of our work here.
Our research takes an interconnected approach to issues such as power, social justice, distributional impact and climate change (read our strategy to find out more), and our team have a wide range of expertise that cuts across policy, technology, academia, industry, law and human rights.
We value diversity in background, skills, perspectives and life experiences. As part of the Nuffield Foundation, we are a small team with the practical support of an established organisation that cares for its employees.
Further information and how to apply
For further information about the role, please click through to the vacancy listing on our website. The closing date for applications is 09:30am (BST) on Wednesday 9th September 2026.
The successful candidate should be available to start in October or November 2026.
We are committed to inclusive working practices and during the application process we commit to:
As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the essential criteria for the job
making any reasonable adjustments – for example providing documents in different formats, arranging for a sign language interpreter for interviews etc
reimbursing reasonable travel costs (and any childcare or care costs) for interviews where in-person attendance is required
Our benefits package includes:
Genuine flexibility - we are open to requests for part-time hours, compressed working weeks, or job shares.
28 days holiday per annum and all public holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (prorated for part time staff).
A salary exchange pension scheme that offers employer contributions of up to 11%.
Life assurance scheme.
Family leave policies that provide an enhanced level of pay.
Cycle to work scheme, loans towards train season tickets and the option to make charitable donations via your pay.
Regular opportunities for learning and development – including coaching, mentoring, and dedicated reading days for personal development and reflection.
Support with your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including an employee assistance provider, a private GP service, personal health reviews with Bupa, a will and funeral planning service and a staff network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.
A warm and welcoming workplace culture, with active peer groups and social networks to help you connect and belong.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Purpose:
To oversee the management and growth of Venue Hire for our historic spaces covering meetings, conferences, talks, weddings and community activities. This is our primary source of income and key to supporting our library and learning programme, alongside our theatre income and fundraising.
The role will also lead on identifying and developing new business opportunities for other commercial income streams, building relationships with clients and partners, and ensuring that commercial activity supports the Foundation’s charitable purpose and long-term sustainability.
Optimising the use of space to ensure that St Bride Foundation (SBF) operates profitably as well as meeting the needs of our communities is a key part of the role. The Business Development and Events Manager will oversee the Venue Hire activity and promote the venue’s room resources, as well as supporting the Library and Workshop in the organisation of in-house courses, seminars and events.
Key Responsibilities:
Events Management
Be responsible, along with the Operations Manager and Foundation Manager, to the Board for:
Business Development & Commercial Growth
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
Key Skills & Competencies:
Organisational Values & Expectations:
Health & Safety Responsibilities:
Terms & Conditions:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working closely with the Investment Operations Manager, you will gain exposure to a broad range of investment processes and stakeholders across the business.
Over time, and depending on performance and interest, there will be opportunities to develop into other areas of the investment team.
The Investment Team is staffed by experienced and well respected individuals and plays a key role in furthering responsible investment activities for the Church of England. We build strong partnerships and use our collective influence to encourage positive change and improve investment and stewardship outcomes and generate long-term value for members of the pension schemes we manage.
This role offers structured development and exposure to a wide range of investment activities.
The post-holder will be expected to work a minimum of one day a week at Church House, Westminster, London.
The role will close for applications on 01 September 2026.
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



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Are you ready to embrace a role that’s as diverse as it is rewarding? At YMCA Doncaster, we’re looking for someone who is able to step in wherever needed to keep our operations running smoothly. As a vital member of our team, you’ll be at the forefront of our work, ensuring that young people are able to thrive at the YMCA.
Flexibility is key, and you will be ready to take on duties across duty cover, administration, assessment and sustainment, as well as acting as Duty Manager and tackling issues as they arise.
You will already have experience of being responsible for people, resources or buildings although that may be from a range of situations at work or elsewhere. You will have great organisational and technology skills and be able to manage a complex workload with varied responsibilities.
We’re open to candidates from all sectors with transferable skills, a genuine interest in contributing to the work of the YMCA and a positive attitude that sets the tone for others.
Hours of Work
40 hours plus On Call duties.
Work will be on site and across the whole 24/7 rota, depending on where cover is needed.
For the first two to three months, the majority of your time is likely to be spent on hostel cover shifts to give you a strong practical understanding of our core work.
The On Call provision is in place at all times, including weekends, nights and Bank Holidays, and is covered on a rota basis with three or four individuals.
We are able to take a reasonable number of other committments into consideration when planning the On Call rota, with each person doing an equal share of Bank Holidays, weekends and everyday cover.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
START are recruiting for an Operations Manager.
Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Salford
Employer: START
Hours: 4 Days per week (28 hours) worked across Monday to Friday, specific work pattern to be agreed, with flexibility required)
Salary Band: £33,860 - £40,000 FTE (£27,088 - £32,000 per annum actual for 28 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Pension: 5% employer contribution
Annual Leave: 30 days plus statutory holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
About Us
START is a Salford based mental health charity, of over 30 years, that uses creativity, connection and recovery interventions to help improve people's lives.
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of START by ensuring the organisation operates safely, efficiently and in line with best practice.
Core Responsibilities
As Operations Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operational management of the charity, leading on health and safety, facilities management, information governance, H.R, organisational policies and procedures, and the continuous improvement of our operational systems. You will also manage operational staff, lead key organisational projects and work collaboratively with colleagues, trustees, partners and external contractors to support the delivery of our strategic objectives.
This varied and rewarding role requires a confident leader with excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of compliance and service delivery. You will be passionate about creating efficient systems, fostering a positive working environment and ensuring the organisation remains compliant with relevant legislation and best practice.
Additional Information
If you are an experienced operational leader who thrives on driving improvement, building strong relationships and supporting an organisation that makes a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing date for receiving applications will be Thurssday 3rd September 2026 at 12 noon.
Interested?
If you believe you have the right skills and experience to join our exemplar charity, please apply in writing with an up to date CV and a supporting statement which outlines your suitability for the role in line with the attached person specification. It will be sent automatically to us.
START are committed to equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. With this in mind, we welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation
No agencies please.
If you believe you have the right skills and experience to join our exemplar charity, please apply in writing with an up to date CV and a supporting statement which outlines your suitability for the role in line with the person specification.
Applications should be emailed by Tuesday 25th August 2026 at 12 noon.
The West Yorkshire Programme Manager will be responsible for the strategic and effective organisation of tutoring programmes delivered in primary, secondary and post-16 settings within West Yorkshire. You will be responsible for ensuring that our tuition programmes operate effectively and efficiently on a day-to-day basis. The West Yorkshire Programme Manager will lead a team and will share with schools, local authorities and multi-academic trusts the full range of Tutor Trust services, to further promote our work.
Job Responsibilities:
Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
Programme Leadership & Delivery
Operational Oversight & Data Management
Safeguarding & Compliance
Tutor Recruitment & Development
General Duties
Person Specification
Strong candidates for this role will demonstrate a solid track record of performance, possess excellent IT and English skills, exhibit strong interpersonal and diplomatic abilities, and show initiative in their approach.
Skills
Leadership & Management
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Organisational & Time Management
Technical Proficiency
Sector Knowledge
Attributes
Post Title: West Yorkshire Programme Manager
Responsible to: Strategic Operations Manager
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Holiday entitlement/Pension: Holiday entitlement will be 33 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays), Employee Assistance Programme and access to an employee perk-based platform. The Tutor Trust also provides a contributory Government-backed NEST pensions scheme, which is offered to our employees after the qualifying period.
How to Apply
To apply, download an application form, an equality and diversity monitoring form and send your completed documents to the email provided on the website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.
We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.
We are now looking for an Assistant Systems Accountant to join us on a full-time basis, for an 12- month fixed-term contract.
The Benefits
This is a terrific opportunity for a part-qualified accountant with experience working with ERP systems to join our historic organisation.
Your role will go beyond financial operations, contributing to the success of our charitable organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of some of London’s best loved spaces.
What’s more, you’ll be based in the unique setting of Hyde Park where you’ll be able to enjoy breathtaking views of lush greenery, serene lakes and iconic monuments right from your workplace!
So, if you’re ready to elevate your career in the heart of London’s green haven, then apply today!
The Role
As an Assistant Systems Accountant, you will support the finance team in the management, administration and development of our Finance System.
Supporting our system users, you will act as first line support for finance and business users regarding system issues, errors and queries, provide training and user guides and work to maintain and improve processes.
You’ll also take ownership of areas of the internal coding structure and support wider departmental activities through reporting and analysis.
Additionally, you will:
About You
To be considered as an Assistant Systems Accountant, you will need:
Other organisations may call this role Assistant Accountant, Part-Qualified Accountant, Financial Systems Assistant, Systems Process Accountant, Systems Analyst, Finance Systems Specialist, Assistant Technical Accountant, or Assistant Financial Accountant.
We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed so if you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.
The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
We provide free access to London’s beautiful, natural and historic green spaces, to help improve everyone’s quality of life and wellbeing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Working within Baobab's welcoming and dynamic admin team in our Therapeutic Community, the Engagement and Administrative Assistant is a dual role. In your Admin assistant role you will provide comprehensive administrative support to operational, research and advocacy teams. In your Engagement Assistant role, you will lead on developing a successful programme of youth activities at the Baobab Centre (as Baobab Youth Activities Coordinator) and will focus on prioritising young people’s engagement in advocacy and research.
Please read the attached Job Description & Person Specification plus the Clinical Context and Model document, attached to this add.
The Baobab Centre is a non-residential therapeutic community that offers support to young survivors of human rights abuses seeking refuge in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Assistant Accountant – Operations & Control
Salary: £39,129.53 - £43,128.79
Location: National / predominantly remote working
MLC Partners is currently recruiting an Assistant Accountant – Operations & Control for a large, highly impactful organisation operating nationally across the UK.
This is a fantastic to develop a broad finance skillset offering exposure across several areas of finance, with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting strong financial controls and helping ensure key finance processes operate effectively.
You'll gain hands-on exposure to multiple areas of financial control while working alongside experienced finance professionals within a collaborative, purpose-led organisation. The organisation is also committed to career development and progression, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to continue developing their finance career.
The role is predominantly remote, with a national remit and connection to a regional business unit.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider organisation, supporting a broad range of accounting and financial control activities. In this role, you will gain exposure to cashflow and treasury, balance sheet control, fixed assets, audit, VAT and tax, insurance, credit control and regulatory reporting.
Your key responsibilities will include:
About you:
We are looking for someone with previous experience working within a finance or accounting environment, ideally with exposure to reconciliations, cashflow, month-end, audit or other operational finance processes.
You may be AAT qualified, approaching the final stages of ACCA, CIMA or ACA, or have equivalent experience. A good understanding of VAT and tax compliance is essential, while knowledge of financial controls, accounting standards and balance sheet accounting would be advantageous.
You will need:
If you're an ambitious finance professional who enjoys variety, problem-solving and taking ownership of your work, we'd love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with Sam at MLC Partners for a confidential conversation.
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Lead our landmark Engine Shed venue and shape unforgettable experiences at the heart of student life. Bring creativity, commercial drive, and operational excellence to one of Northampton’s most iconic spaces.
Northampton Students’ Union is searching for an exceptional Venue & Commercial Manager to take the reins of The Engine Shed—our beautifully restored Grade II listed railway building and the beating heart of Waterside Campus. This is a rare opportunity to lead a venue that blends historic character with modern capability, delivering vibrant student events, standout commercial functions, and unforgettable experiences for our community.
By day, The Engine Shed is a welcoming social hub where students meet, collaborate, and create memories. By night—and throughout the year—it transforms into a distinctive destination for live events, corporate functions, weddings, conferences, and community celebrations. We’re looking for someone who can harness this potential, driving both operational excellence and commercial growth while championing inclusivity, sustainability, and outstanding service.
As Venue & Commercial Manager, you will lead the operational, creative, and commercial development of the venue. You’ll oversee daily operations across the Bar & Café, conferencing, and events, ensuring every aspect of the venue is safe, compliant, welcoming, and running at peak performance. You’ll line‑manage a diverse team—including the Deputy Venue Manager, Caterer, casual staff, and security—creating a positive, collaborative culture where staff thrive and students feel supported.
You’ll be the driving force behind our events programme, coordinating everything from student socials to corporate conferences and weddings. You’ll work closely with clients to understand their vision, delivering bespoke, high‑quality experiences that set The Engine Shed apart. You’ll also lead on developing new income streams, crafting business plans, and presenting performance reports to the Commercial Strategy Meeting.
Commercial acumen is key. You’ll manage budgets, monitor financial performance, refine pricing strategies, and ensure strong cost control. You’ll also oversee stock management, purchasing, and cash handling, ensuring compliance with SU financial procedures. Your ability to interpret data—tracking conversion metrics from web clicks to confirmed bookings—will help maximise the venue’s commercial potential.
Collaboration is central to this role. You’ll work with the Marketing & Communications team to deliver compelling campaigns, build relationships with local businesses and community partners, and champion The Engine Shed’s sustainability credentials. You’ll also work closely with University Estates, Campus Services, elected officers, and SU leadership to ensure the venue continues to evolve in line with student needs and organisational strategy.
As the designated Premises Supervisor, you’ll ensure full compliance with the Licensing Act 2003, conduct regular risk assessments, and lead staff training on health and safety and emergency protocols.
If you’re an experienced venue operator with creativity, commercial instinct, and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the next chapter of The Engine Shed—where community, innovation, and unforgettable moments come together.
We are at the heart of student life, ensuring our students have an exceptional university experience.



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