We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused professional to lead the development of our cultural and visitor economy offer.
This is a key strategic role where you will work closely with senior leaders, partners and stakeholders to develop and deliver a commercial strategy for culture. This will include identifying opportunities for growth, building investment cases and turning ideas into practical, income-generating initiatives.
A major focus of the role is ensuring that our cultural assets are financially sustainable and making the most of the area’s strong visitor economy.
You will bring significant experience in a commercial role within culture, tourism or the creative industries and a strong track record of generating income, partnerships and innovation. You will also be highly motivated, adaptable and able to manage within a fast-paced environment.
This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of culture in the Cotswolds, helping to ensure it remains vibrant, sustainable and economically strong.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a commercial strategy for culture, identifying opportunities for investment, growth and sustainable income generation.
* Build strong partnerships with cultural organisations, businesses, funders, elected members and other stakeholders to maximise opportunities and secure external funding.
* Develop business cases, funding bids and investment proposals that support the long-term sustainability of the Council’s cultural portfolio.
* Work closely with senior leaders to increase the economic impact of the visitor economy and create innovative approaches to income generation from cultural assets.
Qualifications
* At least five years’ experience leading commercial activity within the culture, tourism, visitor economy or creative industries sectors.
* A proven track record of developing and delivering commercial strategies, generating income and securing investment, sponsorship or funding.
* Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills, including business case development, financial modelling and budget management.
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across public, private and voluntary sector organisations.
* Experience working in local government or with cultural organisations, charities, social enterprises and private sector partners will be an advantage.
* Ability to travel with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* This post is designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, restricting certain campaigning activities.
Benefits
* Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working.
* Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role).
* 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years of service.
* An extra two volunteering days per year to support a charity of your choice.
* A health cash plan giving cash back on health, dental and eye care.
* Generous contributory local government pension scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars.
* Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements.
Accredited by the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
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