Join Nene Park Trust as Director of Commercial Strategy & Development, to lead commercial income, supporting the Trust’s wider purpose, financial resilience and long-term impact.
Nene Park Trust is the registered charity responsible for Ferry Meadows and the wider Nene Park estate. We celebrate arts, heritage, wellbeing and community, and share our expertise across the sector to help bring new greenspaces to life.
We are looking for a Director of Commercial Strategy & Development to develop the Trust’s income-generating strategy. The role will strengthen existing commercial operations while identifying and pursuing innovative new opportunities.
The Director of Commercial Strategy & Delivery is a Strategic Leadership Team role responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive commercial growth strategy that increases, diversifies and future-proofs income across the Trust.
Who we are
Established in 1988, Nene Park Trust is a registered charity dedicated to managing and protecting over 1,700 acres of parkland to the west of Peterborough forever.
Our estate is a rich tapestry of meadows, woodlands, lakes and the River Nene, comprising six distinct areas, including the beloved Ferry Meadows. We operate under a 999-year lease with a core mission to provide exceptional facilities for recreation, education and leisure while safeguarding our diverse wildlife.
As an Investors in People Gold Level organisation, we pride ourselves on a culture that empowers and supports our staff. Our strategy, ‘Doing More with More’, guides our journey to enhance visitor services and leverage our charitable status for the benefit of the region.
We envision Nene Park as a regional sanctuary where heritage and culture meet nature. By joining us, you become part of a committed team that values inclusivity and strives to make a real difference in the lives of the people of Peterborough.
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Nene Park Trust is entering a significant period of growth and development. As we continue to enhance our environmental, visitor and community impact, we are seeking an accomplished commercial leader to help shape and deliver our long-term financial sustainability.
This role combines strategic leadership, commercial development and complex stakeholder engagement. The post-holder will identify and convert new commercial opportunities, optimise existing revenue streams, oversee a pipeline of major commercial developments, and build strategic partnerships that generate both financial return and public benefit.
As part of the senior leadership team, this newly created role replaces the Head of Parks Consultancy, who is retiring in 2027. Working across the Trust and alongside the CEO, CFO, Board and senior colleagues, the Director will ensure that commercial activity remains aligned with the Trust’s charitable purpose, values and long-term strategic ambitions.
Success in this role will be measured not only by income growth but by the creation of sustainable commercial models that enable the Trust to deliver lasting environmental, social and economic impact.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a senior commercial leader with a proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth, developing strategic partnerships and leading complex commercial and capital projects. You will bring strong strategic, financial and people leadership skills, with the ability to provide effective advice and recommendations at Board level.
- Significant senior leadership experience within a commercial, business development, enterprise, property, infrastructure, visitor attraction, leisure or comparable environment.
- Proven track record of delivering substantial revenue growth and income diversification.
- Experience developing and implementing successful commercial or growth strategies.
- Experience leading complex commercial negotiations and strategic partnerships.
- Experience preparing and presenting business cases, investment proposals and strategic recommendations at Board level.
- Experience managing large-scale commercial, capital or development projects.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong track record of financial management, budgeting and commercial decision-making.
To view the role description and person specification, please go to the ‘How to Apply’ tab above, fill in your details and download the candidate pack.
For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners:
Alastair Mitchell | alastair@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07944 354762
Ella Garfinkel | ella@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07432 859534
Nene Park Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 800067).
Welcome from the CEO
Thank you for the interest you have shown in the post of Director of Commercial Strategy & Development at Nene Park Trust.
Nene Park Trust is entering a significant period of growth and development. As we continue to enhance our environmental, visitor and community impact, we are seeking an accomplished commercial leader to help shape and deliver our long-term financial sustainability.
The Director of Commercial Strategy & Delivery is a Strategic Leadership Team role responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive commercial growth strategy that increases, diversifies and future-proofs income across the Trust.
Nene Park Trust is the registered charity responsible for Ferry Meadows and the wider Nene Park estate. We celebrate arts, heritage, wellbeing and community, and share our expertise across the sector to help bring new greenspaces to life. From conserving wildlife and celebrating local heritage to supporting biodiversity and promoting health and wellbeing through sport, leisure and cultural activities, everything we do is guided by our commitment to the Park and its communities.
Our impressive vision
We see Nene Park as the crown jewel of the region, a sanctuary for heritage, culture and wildlife, and a playground offering diverse recreational activities for all the people of Peterborough and beyond.
In collaboration with our partners and the vibrant communities of Peterborough, we have crafted an ambitious and progressive Nene Park ‘Master Plan’.
This visionary blueprint, which takes us well beyond our historic boundaries of Ferry Meadows, tackles a spectrum of challenges and opportunities, guiding our journey towards a vibrant future. Please dive into the details of our exciting plans here.
Our inclusive recruitment promise
Each individual employed by the Trust brings their own perspective through their unique life and work experience, that may go beyond the details included in our job descriptions and recruitment packs.
That’s why we value and welcome applications from diverse groups in terms of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
If this role and the work that we deliver excites you, and if you think you would be a great fit, then we would love to hear from you!
Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive.
We have adopted a range of inclusive working practices, including anonymised application scoring and ensuring we have diverse interview panels.
We understand that there are many barriers when it comes to applying for jobs, and if you feel there is anything preventing you from applying for this one, whether that be disability, money, internet access, childcare arrangements or anything else, please get in touch so we can support you through the application process.
On this site, you will find more information about this position and how to apply if you’re interested.
I wish you success with your application.
Yours faithfully,
Matthew Bradbury
Chief Executive
Nene Park Trust
Accessibility information
Each individual who is employed by the Trust brings their own perspective through their unique life and work experience that may go beyond the details included in our job descriptions and recruitment packs.
That’s why we value and welcome applications from diverse groups in terms of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
If this role and the work we deliver excites you, and you think you would be a great fit, we would love to hear from you!
We understand that different members of the community have different access needs and have made some modifications to the way we do business to accommodate people from diverse communities and abilities. We offer the following amenities:
- Step-free access to the building, all key meeting rooms and bathrooms, and an accessible workstation
- Accessibility dogs are welcome
- Papers and materials can be presented in different formats
- A sign language interpreter can be accessed for interview
- Working patterns and locations can be adjusted
We have Disability Confident Employer Level and Investors in People Gold accreditation.
To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners:
Alastair Mitchell | alastair@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07944 354762
Ella Garfinkel | ella@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07432 859534
Thank you for your interest in this role. Please download the Role Description and Person Specification.
To formally apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement (ideally a maximum of 2 sides of A4 each) that clearly outline your suitability for the role against the criteria provided in the person specification, including your interest and motivation in applying for this position.
Please include your home address, contact email and mobile.
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For further information about the role or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners:
Alastair Mitchell | alastair@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07944 354762
Ella Garfinkel | ella@peridotpartners.co.uk | 07432 859534
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Timetable
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 2nd November
Candidates informed of outcome: 5 p.m. Thursday 5th November
First stage interviews: Wednesday 11th & Thursday 12th November
Second stage interviews: Friday 27th November
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