Job Description
Allergy UK is the UK’s leading charity supporting people living with allergies. We are looking for aCommercial Directorto lead the growth of our commercial ventures including strategic partnerships, endorsement schemes, and consultancy services. You’ll play a pivotal role in generating sustainable income that fuels our mission, ensuring everyone affected by allergies receives the support, recognition, and services they deserve.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and values-driven leader to shape the future of our commercial arm (Allergy Research Ltd), drive innovation, and ensure that our income aligns with our social purpose.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading and delivering Allergy UK’s commercial strategy in line with our 2025–2030 vision
* Identifying and scaling income-generating initiatives across partnerships, endorsements, training, and consultancy
* Managing financial performance and ensuring ethical, impactful commercial growth
* Working closely with the Executive Team and Board of Trustees to shape long-term strategy
* Leading a high-performing and inclusive commercial team
What we’re looking for:
* A proven track record in commercial strategy, business development, or partnerships
* Confident leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience delivering income growth through innovation and strategic insight
* Financial acumen and experience managing £1M+ revenue streams
* A collaborative, inclusive approach and a passion for social impact
* An understanding of how to balance income with a mission-led purpose
Experience in the charity, healthcare, or life sciences sectors is welcome but not essential.
Why Allergy UK?
We are a dynamic, growing organisation making a tangible difference in people’s lives. You’ll join a supportive, ambitious team working to create a world where everyone with allergies can thrive. We offer flexible working, a strong commitment to wellbeing and, and the chance to lead meaningful change.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply, you might be just who we’re looking for.
How to apply
Please send your CV and supporting statement to us, details are in our recruitment pack.
Your supporting statement should include examples of how your skills and experience meet the person specification, role requirements and what you feel you could bring to the role.
If you require any adjustments to apply, for example applying in a different format, or support with your application, please let us know, details to get in touch are in our recruitment pack.
Our recruitment process
Application closing date Sunday, 15th June 2025
Initial online video interviews Friday, 20th June 2025
In person interviews including short presentation Tuesday, 24th & Friday 27th June 2025
In order to ensure an inclusive recruitment process, interview questions will be sent to applicants ahead of interviews and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process.
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