Chief Operations Officer

TR18, Penzance (On-site)
£40,000 - £60,000 per year (dependant on experience)
Full-time or part-time (40 hours per week - reduced hours will be considered, minimum 28 hours per week)
Permanent
Job description

Are you an experienced senior manager with a passion for community facilities and strategic leadership? Jubilee Pool is seeking a dynamic Chief Operations Officer to lead our day to day operations, drive business development initiatives, and deliver major funded projects and strategic initiatives.

About Us

Jubilee Pool is a community owned social enterprise operating an iconic 1935 sea water lido. Our stunning coastal facility welcomes thousands of visitors each season to enjoy swimming, wellness activities, and our café with panoramic views across Mount's Bay.

The Role

As COO, you'll provide operational leadership for this unique facility, managing our talented team whilst ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You'll work closely with our Directors and Senior Management Team to deliver organisational objectives, restore long term financial sustainability, and lead the development of our new 5 year strategic plan.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Operational and financial leadership of the facility
  • Leading the development and delivery of major funded projects and strategic initiatives
  • Strategic budget management and financial planning across all activities
  • Health and safety compliance as designated Responsible Person
  • Partnership development with local stakeholders, funders and healthcare providers
  • Marketing and communications strategy implementation
  • Staff performance management and development
  • Grant funding and income generation initiatives
  • Board liaison and strategic reporting
  • Multi stakeholder project coordination with external partners

We're looking for someone with:

  • Minimum 5 years' senior management experience in community facilities, leisure or hospitality
  • Accountancy or financial management qualification
  • Health and Safety qualification (IOSH, COSHH, or NEBOSH)
  • Strong project management capabilities including strategic initiatives
  • Experience with Community Benefit Societies, charities, or CICs
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Strategic thinking combined with hands-on operational capability
  • Commitment to charitable objectives and community benefit

Join us in preserving this iconic Cornish landmark whilst delivering exceptional community benefit and leading exciting strategic developments. If you're ready to make a real difference in a unique and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Visit the careers page on our website for the full Job Description.

Application resources
Application Instructions

How to Apply:
Please email your CV and a cover letter (max 2 sides of A4) that sets out your suitability for the role by midnight on 3rd August 2025.
• Please read the job description in full before sending in your application.
• We will only accept applications submitted via email.
• If you are requesting to work less than 40how please ensure this is clearly stated (along with how many hours per week you are seeking) in your covering letter.
• No agencies please.
• This is NOT a remote role.

Posted by
Jubilee Pool View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Refreshed on: Wednesday, 16 July 2025
Closing date: 03 August 2025 at 00:00
Tags: Communications, Human Resources, Marketing, Business Development, Retail / Sales, Operations, Accounting, Commercial, Compliance / Quality, Facilities, Health and Safety, Public Relations, Strategy, Wellbeing, Corporate Fundraising, Events / Activities, Individual Giving, Major Donor, Grants, Governance / Management

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