At Oxford Innovation Space, we create and manage inspiring workspaces where ambitious businesses can thrive.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

With over 35 years of experience and a growing network of innovation centres across the UK and Ireland, we support more than 1,000 SMEs across 35 sectors.

Were now looking for a strategic, commercially minded Commercial Manager to lead our Central/Oxfordshire region.

This is a well-established role, offering the opportunity to shape performance across a cluster of innovation centres and contribute to our wider business strategy.

This role is full time, hybrid working with regular travel or communication with the Head Office in Oxford and the innovation centres under management.

What Youll Be Doing As Commercial Manager, youll be responsible for driving commercial success across your region.

Youll: Lead centre teams to deliver strong financial and operational performance.

Build and manage key client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention.

Use data-driven insights to identify growth opportunities and improve efficiency.

Champion sustainability and ESG initiatives across your centres.

Contribute to senior decision-making and strategic projects as part of the SMT.

Support and develop Centre Managers, fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture.

Interested in the full scope of the role? Please see the attached job description for more details.

What Youll Bring Were looking for someone whos passionate about commercial excellence, leadership, and making a difference.

Youll bring: Proven experience leading geographically dispersed teams in a customer-focused environment.

Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering revenue growth.

Confidence in managing complex client relationships and negotiating agreements.

A collaborative, solution-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Familiarity with ESG principles and a commitment to sustainability.

Why Youll Love Working Here We offer more than just a job - we offer a place where you can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

Heres what you can expect: Salary : £52,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Time off : 25 days holiday bank holidays.

Benefits : Flexible benefits package, wellbeing support, EV leasing, cycle to work scheme.

Development : Full induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Culture : A supportive, inclusive team that values your voice and ideas.

Purpose : A chance to make a real impact across a thriving network of innovation centres.

Ready to Apply? If this sounds like your kind of role, wed love to hear from you.

Click Apply to join us as our new Commercial Manager.

Got questions? Reach out - were happy to chat.

Were Committed to Inclusion Were building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

If youre excited about this role but dont meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply you might be just the person were looking for.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy once weve received sufficient applications, so apply early to avoid disappointment.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173