Head of Commercial Operations

Who are Habs? 

We are a diverse community, and we nurture a global perspective and a deep sense of responsibility for the world in which our pupils will lead and succeed. Our broad curriculum and co-curricular provision prepare pupils for success wherever their passion may take them. Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community are the core beliefs that we stand for here at Habs.  

Join our team and unlock your potential!  

Role: Head of Commercial Operations

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £70,000 to £75,000, based on experience

Reports to: Chief Finance Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Haberdashers' Elstree Schools to Head up Commercial Operations. The role encompasses both strategic and operational activities regarding income generation from our impressive campus and procuring resources at the best price and quality. There is an ambitious plan for growth in both these areas, so the role requires an individual with passion and expertise to deliver change and innovate.

Key Responsibilities

Build on existing commercial lettings relationships to deliver growth and plan the longer-term strategy.

Explore new and different opportunities for commercial relationships that are in keeping with the schools’ values and objectives. 

Establish supplier relationships and ensure contract management of key spend areas, including Catering, Cleaning, Transport & IT. 

Conduct due diligence on Enterprise proposals, assessing viability and associated risks, and provide comprehensive reports for consideration.

What we are looking for:

Proven experience in project management, procurement, commercial operations

MCIPS qualification and 5 years post qualified experience

Strong understanding of the education sector and the charitable objectives of independent schools.

Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify relevant opportunities and develop strategic networks.

What we are offering:  

A competitive salary, commensurate with the candidate’s experience

40 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays) 

Free lunch and refreshments 

Additional life insurance cover, access to Employee Assistance  

Extensive professional development training opportunities  

Free onsite parking or access to travel on the schools extensive coach network  

Free access to sports facilities and well-being programmes for staff  

Enrolment into the Schools' pension scheme, with 12% employer contribution, based on 5% individual contribution

50% discount on school fees for children at any of the Elstree Schools (subject to Terms)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

Haberdashers’ Elstree SchooIs are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.