CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
ABOUT LSESU
We are an independent, registered charity dedicated to helping LSE students make the most of their time at University. We are governed and managed separately from the University, but work closely with them to help deliver the best for our students.
We’ve been part of LSE since 1897, and all LSE students automatically become LSESU members when they enroll. Our total income is c.£4.2m per year, which comes partly from a block grant from the University, and partly from commercial activities which generate extra revenue.
Our main services include:
Student Voice – supporting our students with representation, campaigning, policy change, and elections Student
Communities – supporting over 300+ clubs and societies, and managing the SU gym Social – running our Union events and spaces, such as the student bar the Three Tuns, and the Denning Cafe
Student Advice – providing free, independent, and confidential advice to our students
Not For Profit
All proceeds from commercial activities go back into putting on amazing events, activities, and support for students and help us to reinvest into the things we do for our members.
JOB PURPOSE
The Director of Commercial and Union Operations is responsible for the strategic direction and effective operational management of the commercial services and facilities which includes venues, bars, catering, events, and the fitness centre.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership team the Director of Commercial Union Operations will lead the development of commercial services to deliver exceptional services to our customers and members that maximises profitability.
Who are we looking for?
An experienced commercial leader, someone passionate about providing excellent commercial services, delivering outstanding customer care, who is outcome-focused and delivers results. You ’ll also become part of a great team and be invited to share in our successes and get to know the people behind the impact, making sure you feel valued for the important work that you do. If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch and apply Vacancy (breathehr.com)
Recruitment
Our recruitment processes are free from bias or discrimination and are fair and accessible, therefore we ask that all candidates complete our Application Process in three stages:
· Part 1 (Supporting statement) is all about you telling us about your suitability for the role and will be used to determine if you are shortlisted for interview.
· Part 2 (CV) outlining your career history to date.
· Part 3 (Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Contact Form) is personal information. It helps us gather and analyse demographic information about our applicants. This part will only be seen by HR and will not have any impact on shortlisting. Application forms are formatted to ensure the equality monitoring data is removed before applications are seen by the shortlisting panel.
This process allows us to ensure that the shortlisting is done in a fair and consistent manner and all applicants are given the same opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
Please send us a CV, complete a supporting statement outlining how you meet the persons specification of the role along with equality monitoring form which will be seen by our human resources team.
· The closing date for is Wednesday 18 September 2024 by midday (12noon)
· First stage interview (remote) Monday 23 September 2024
· Final interview (in person) Tuesday 1 October 2024
Please note that you must be available for interview on the specified dates.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role please contact michelle@berrymanagementconsulting.co.uk
Compulsory Requirement - The UK Government sets the legal regulations that we are required to follow. As an employer we must ensure that everyone is eligible to work in the UK and this is done by us checking and making a copy of the correct original identification/documentation before your first day of work. Currently we require you to have the right to work in the UK, as we are not a Home Office approved sponsor.