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At Oxford Innovation Space, we create and manage inspiring workspaces where ambitious businesses can thrive. 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+ locations. Harwell Innovation Centre is a vibrant hub for pioneering science and technology businesses, located at the heart of the world-renowned Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire. As part of one of Europe’s leading science and innovation districts, the centre provides flexible workspace, expert business support, and access to a thriving community of entrepreneurs and researchers. It is delivered in partnership with Arc Group, also known as ARC (Advanced Research Clusters), a network of innovation campuses backed by Brookfield Asset Management, designed to accelerate science and technology growth across the UK and Europe. Together, we play a key role in supporting early-stage ventures by connecting them with cutting-edge facilities, national laboratories, and collaborative networks across the Space, HealthTec, and Energy sectors. We’re now looking for a proactive, commercially minded Centre Manager to lead our vibrant workspace and community.
Job Responsibility:
Act as a figurehead for the Innovation Centre locally, regionally and nationally, creating success, selling and marketing the product offering whilst enhancing its reputation for excellence
Overall management control and accountability for the financial and commercial performance of the centre, and to deliver all aspects of sales, marketing, and operational activities for the centre to attract new customers and ensuring the retention of existing occupiers
Cultivate the working partnership between OI Space and our Client, Arc Group, along with other partners to identify and develop areas of collaboration and joint initiatives
Deliver a world class service to the Innovation Centre community in facilities, support and collaborative connections and the training and development of centre staff
Requirements:
Proven leadership experience in a customer-focused or service-led environment
A commercial mindset with experience in sales, marketing, and budget management
Confidence in building relationships with diverse stakeholders
A flair for creating welcoming, professional environments - whether from coworking, hospitality, or similar sectors
A passion for creating great experiences and building community
What we offer:
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Flexible benefits package
wellbeing support
perks like EV leasing and cycle to work scheme
Full induction
buddy system
ongoing learning opportunities
A supportive, inclusive team that values your voice and ideas
A chance to make a real impact in the lives of entrepreneurs and growing businesses