
Head of Marketing and Admissions
Id Job: 3172794
Id Job: 3172794
Head of Marketing and Admissions
Department: Marketing and Admissions
Location: Compton Verney
Reports to: CEO
Key relationships: Finance Director (fixed term to end July 23), Director of Programme and Engagement, Development Director, Head of Commercial, COO (currently in recruitment)
Line reports: Marketing and Audiences Manager, Membership and Admissions Manager
Hours per week: 0.6 post. Normally 22.5 hours per week. However, there will be times when you will work reasonable hours in excess of 22.5 hours per week without direct recompense or time off in lieu.
Term: Permanent
Constraints: (Travel/Base/Working Patterns etc)
There are limited public transport links with Compton Verney. We are open to flexible working approaches.
Date: April 2023
CONTEXT
Compton Verney is an extraordinary place, that connects people with art, nature and creativity. We are based in a Grade I-listed Georgian mansion amidst 120 acres of Grade II-listed Lancelot 'Capability' Brown parkland in Warwickshire. With six permanent collections (Naples, Northern European Art 1450-1650, British Portraits, Chinese, British Folk Art & The Marx-Lambert Collection) and a schedule of thought provoking contemporary and historic changing exhibitions and events, we are an accredited museum, and a registered charity.
Compton Verney seeks to continue to increase visitor numbers, grow membership and improve the visitor experience. We have an extensive commercial offer part of which is excellent catering and retail, aiming to maximise income to the charity whilst also delivering the organisation’s purpose.
We will secure adequate resources to sustain the organisation in the long term, by building our profile locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, and by developing collaborative partnerships with other organisations. 2024 is our 20th anniversary which we are using as a major opportunity for growth.
Mission
We connect people with art, nature and creativity
Vision
Compton Verney is the leading arts-based visitor destination at the heart of the country.
We encourage play, inspire debate and trigger change by bringing artists, audiences and communities together across our entire site.
Purpose
Compton Verney is an extraordinary, unusual, creative experience. A place for the curious that inspires, delights, welcomes, challenges and rejuvenates.
values
We value the historic and the contemporary
We demonstrate quality and skill in all of our activity
We think, make and learn
We harness opportunities to be environmentally sustainable
We are bold, purposeful and confident
We create a warm, welcoming and respectful culture
We empower artists, audiences and communities, opening up our collections and creative programmes through collaboration
We are equitable and inclusive
Job description
The Head of Marketing and Admissions is a new Senior Management post to lead and inspire the organisation to meet its ambitious future visitor targets using a data led and audience first focus to drive growth. You will contribute towards the 2024 anniversary year to capitalise on the significant opportunity of this year to enable sustainability.
You will work with the Art, Learning and Commercial teams to help embed an audience focused approach across the public programme, collaborating with the Development team which has responsibility for advocacy and stakeholders. You will also work with Development on a joined-up approach to membership to encourage people up the giving ladder. You will also have close working relationships with external suppliers including managing freelance press representation.
The Head of Marketing and Admissions works to and with the Executive team comprising CEO, Directors of Finance, Programme and Engagement and Development.
Specific Duties:
Strategy and Leadership
Communications
Management and Leadership
Administration and Finance
Other Duties
Person specification
Essential:
· At least 3 years’ experience at management level in marketing, communications or admissions.
· Experience of brand management
· Experience of digital marketing
· Experience of working in or with a membership organisation
· Excellent copywriting, editing and proofing skills
· Experience of using audience segmentation
· Sales-driven approach – including working to and monitoring targets and acting on underperformance when needed.
· A commitment to inclusion.
· Excellent and inspiring manager, and team leader
· Experience of influencing strategic decision making.
· Experience of financial management and control
· Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
· Energy, flair and enthusiasm
· Experience of using and integrating Spektrix (or other similar ticketing CRM systems)
WHAT WE OFFER:
At Compton Verney we connect people with Art, Nature and Creativity. We are the leading visual arts destination in the heart of the country. We trigger positive change for artists, audiences and communities by encouraging play, inspiring debate and bringing people and ideas together
We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong and a warm, welcoming and respectful culture for staff, volunteers and visitors so it’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve.
We welcome and value difference:
How to Apply
Please complete the application form along with your CV and a covering letter/video application expressing why you are suitable for the role, referencing the job description and person specification to us via:
https://portal.evalu-8.com/public/recruitment_post?id=ejFjTFk5bFRpbzU2MTVZM2JCZ0lrQT09&org_id=T0VZYUsyNDhaak41cnM4UjYxa3prdz09
If you have any questions or need any additional support with your application, please contact comptonverneyhr@comptonverney.org.uk
Timeline
Position Advertised: 5th May 2023
Applications Close: 29th May 202Chief Operating Officer
Department: Executive team
Location: Compton Verney
Reports to: CEO
Key relationships: Development Director, Director of Programme and Engagement
Line reports: Head of Finance, Facilities and Resources Manager, People Manager, Head of Commercial, Visitor Experience Manager
Hours per week: Normally 37.5 hours per week. However, your pattern of hours will reflect operational requirements and there will be occasions when you will work reasonable hours in excess of 37.5 hours per week without direct recompense or time off in lieu.
Term: Permanent
Constraints: (Travel/Base/Working Patterns etc): Access to a vehicle is essential to work at Compton Verney due to the limited public transport links to the area.
Date: April 2023
CONTEXT
Compton Verney is an extraordinary place, that connects people with art, nature and creativity. We are based in a Grade I-listed Georgian mansion amidst 120 acres of Grade II-listed Lancelot 'Capability' Brown parkland in Warwickshire. With six permanent collections (Naples, Northern European Art 1450-1650, British Portraits, Chinese, British Folk Art & The Marx-Lambert Collection) and a schedule of thought provoking contemporary and historic changing exhibitions and events, we are an accredited museum, and a registered charity.
Compton Verney seeks to continue to increase visitor numbers, grow membership and improve the visitor experience. We have an extensive commercial offer part of which is excellent catering and retail, aiming to maximise income to the charity whilst also delivering the organisation’s purpose.
We will secure adequate resources to sustain the organisation in the long term, by building our profile locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, and by developing collaborative partnerships with other organisations.
Chief Operating Officer
Mission
We connect people with art, nature and creativity
Vision
Compton Verney is the leading arts-based visitor destination at the heart of the country.
We encourage play, inspire debate and trigger change by bringing artists, audiences and communities together across our entire site.
Purpose
Compton Verney is an extraordinary, unusual, creative experience. A place for the curious that inspires, delights, welcomes, challenges and rejuvenates.
Values
We value the historic and the contemporary
We demonstrate quality and skill in all of our activity
We think, make and learn
We harness opportunities to be environmentally sustainable
We are bold, purposeful and confident
We create a warm, welcoming and respectful culture
We empower artists, audiences and communities, opening up our collections and creative programmes through collaboration
We are equitable and inclusive
Chief Operating Officer
THE ROLE:
Responsible to the CEO for the efficient and effective running of all operations. Forms a key part of the executive team responsible for leading Compton Verney.
STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP:
OPERATIONS:
COMMERCIAL:
· Drive a dynamic, effective commercial programme that delivers significant income to CVHC
· Provide executive level leadership for the Commercial team
· Executive lead for Compton Verney Publications (Commercial board)
· Oversight of the relationship with the external catering contractors, ensuring successful delivery of the KPIs
· Work closely with the team to make sure the commercial programme is mission driven
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:
· Work with the People Manager to determine staffing requirements so that the organisation can deliver its strategic and operational plans.
· Establish a positive, healthy, and safe work environment with the executive team in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations.
· Ensure the recruitment and selection process brings in new staff that have the right technical and personal abilities and values to help the organisation continue to make change in alignment with its values, particularly thinking about equality, diversity, access and inclusion.
· Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices
· Coach and mentor staff as appropriate to improve performance and encourage coaching and mentoring generally.
· Lead, manage, develop and enable all line reports, provide regular feedback opportunities, probationary reviews and performance development reviews.
· Lead employees by example and be a motivator for other employees.
Risk Management:
· Work with the CEO, executive team and heads of department to identify and evaluate the risks to the organisation's people, property, finances, goodwill, and image and implement measures to control risk.
· Ensure that the Board and the organisation carries appropriate and adequate insurance coverage.
· Ensure that the Board and the executive understand the terms, conditions, and limitations of the insurance coverage.
· Ensure up to date legal compliance for the company.
· Ensuring CVHC and its subsidiary companies and charities collect, hold, use and delete data in accordance with Data Protection Act; maintaining the necessary registration and liaison with the Information Commissioner’s Office.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
· Previous working experience as COO or similar senior role for 3 years
· In-depth knowledge of different business functions such as Commercial, HR, Finance etc.
· Good knowledge of data analysis and KPIs
· Familiarity with IT/business infrastructure
· Outstanding organisational skills
· Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
· Great communication and presentation skills
· Problem-solving mindset
· Experience of working with Boards or similar external monitoring bodies
· Commitment to inclusion
WHAT WE OFFER:
At Compton Verney we connect people with Art, Nature and Creativity. We are the leading visual arts destination in the heart of the country. We trigger positive change for artists, audiences and communities by encouraging play, inspiring debate and bringing people and ideas together
We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong and a warm, welcoming and respectful culture for staff, volunteers and visitors so it’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve.
We welcome and value difference:
How to Apply
Please complete the application form along with your CV and a covering letter/video application expressing why you are suitable for the role, referencing the job description and person specification to us via:
https://portal.evalu-8.com/public/recruitment_post?id=RWVzbmVXc1BvRVBqWHQ0dXZPUkd1UT09&org_id=T0VZYUsyNDhaak41cnM4UjYxa3prdz09
If you have any questions or need any additional support with your application, please contact comptonverneyhr@comptonverney.org.uk
Timeline
Position Advertised: 5th May 2023
Applications Close: 29th May 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 29/05/2023