Centre Manager

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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.

We\’re now looking for a proactive, commercially minded Centre Manager to lead our vibrant workspace and community.

What You\’ll Be Doing

• 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.

What You\’ll Bring

• 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.

Want the full picture? Please see the attached job description for more details on what the role involves.

Why You\’ll Love Working Here

• Salary: £42,000 to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus.
• Time off: 25 days\’ holiday + bank holidays.
• Benefits: Flexible benefits package, wellbeing support, and perks like EV leasing and cycle to work scheme.
• Development: Full induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Culture: A supportive, inclusive team that values your voice and ideas.
• Purpose: A chance to make a real impact in the lives of entrepreneurs and growing businesses.

Ready to Apply? If this sounds like your kind of role, we\’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply\’ to join us as our new Centre Manager.

Got questions? Reach out – we\’re happy to chat.

We\’re committed to inclusion – building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you\’re excited about this role but don\’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – you might be just the person we\’re looking for.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we\’ve received sufficient applications, so apply early to avoid disappointment.