Head of Trading

About the Role

We are looking for an inspiring and creative commercial leader to shape the next stage in the development of our Trading Company and deliver significant annual growth for Watts Gallery Trust. 

The role will lead the Retail, Venue Hire and Teashop teams to deliver a comprehensive visitor offer that engages, inspires and stimulates both our existing customers and new target audiences, driving increased customer loyalty and spend.

About you

You should have extensive experience of leading and developing commercial activity in the cultural sector with a proven track record of growing income, managing cost, and increasing profit in a commercial role.

We are looking for a strategic leader with strong organisational skills, who is passionate about developing commercial opportunities.

Further details and a full job description can be found on our website. 

How to apply

Please send your CV (including two referees) with a supporting letter to Natasha Parkin by an email via the button below.

Please note references will not be taken up until after an offer of employment has been made.

Closing Date: Monday 6 May at 5pm.

• 1st round interview: Wednesday 15th May.
• 2nd round interview: Friday 24th May.

Equality and Diversity

Watts Gallery Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all staff and welcomes applications from all individuals for advertised jobs that match their skills and interests. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, and from disabled candidates, as these groups are under-represented within the Arts field and at Watts Gallery Trust.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process please let us know.