Head of Commercial

City Bridge Foundation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - GBP 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable foundation is seeking a visionary Head of Commercial to lead income-generating activities at Tower Bridge. This role involves shaping and delivering innovative strategies to drive growth and improve visitor experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, be experienced in developing successful commercial strategies, and be passionate about contributing to the charitable mission. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to significantly impact a key cultural landmark in London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in navigating complex organisations.
• Experience in developing successful commercial strategies.
• Skilled in ROI analysis and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead income-generating activities at Tower Bridge.
• Shape and deliver bold commercial strategies.
• Motivate and manage multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Strategic thinking and innovation

Business development

Team leadership

Relationship building

Budget management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Commercial to lead income-generating activity at Tower Bridge.

• Salary: £68,300 – £77,400 per annum inclusive of all allowances
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 35

About Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is a working bascule bridge, a leading events venue, and an iconic visitor attraction, welcoming almost one million visitors each year. It is one of five bridges supported and maintained by the charity City Bridge Foundation, which is also London’s biggest independent charitable funder.

This is an exciting time to join us. Tower Bridge is embarking on an ambitious transformation programme – Tower Bridge in Motion – shaping the future of London’s defining landmark.

Through major initiatives and estate-wide improvements, the programme will enhance visitor experiences, inspire innovation and strengthen community engagement, while preserving and celebrating the Bridge’s unique cultural heritage.

Our vision is to be an exemplar visitor attraction driven by social values that excites, inspires, engages and connects everyone we reach and encounter.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Commercial to lead income-generating activity at Tower Bridge.

In this new leadership role, you will shape and deliver a bold commercial strategy that drives income growth, strengthens existing revenue streams, and unlocks new opportunities while enhancing the visitor experience.

You will embed commercial thinking into capital projects and strategic planning, securing Tower Bridge’s long-term success as a leading cultural destination.

About you

We are looking for an individual who is:

• A strategic thinker and commercial innovator, with proven experience in navigating complex organisations.
• Experienced in developing and delivering successful commercial strategies across visitor attractions, cultural venues, or retail.
• Skilled in business development and ROI analysis, with strong knowledge of pricing strategies, income diversification, and market trends.
• An inspirational leader, skilled at motivating multi-disciplinary teams and driving high performance.
• Collaborative and partnership-focused, with experience building strategic relationships to drive revenue growth.
• Experienced in managing budgets and achieving ambitious targets.
• Passionate about our mission and charitable purpose and committed to responsible business practices, embedding inclusivity, social value, and sustainability into commercial activities.

Make an application

To learn more, please visit the City of London Corporation’s application portal, where you can download more information and complete an application.

Apply by midday on Monday, 9 March 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday, 19 March 2026in person at Tower Bridge Offices, Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 2UP. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to deliver a presentation.

The City of London Corporation, Tower Bridge and City Bridge Foundation are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.