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Applications close November 23rd, 2026

Head of Commercial Operations

5 day weekGenerous PTO£46kHybrid · Guildford, UK

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About the role

  • Location: Guildford
  • Salary: £46,049 per annum
  • Closing date: 23 November 2026

Please note this role will be employed directly by Surrey Students' Union

Surrey Students’ Union is the sole representative body for University of Surrey students. Our vision is simple: making sure our students have the best Surrey life. We represent approximately 16,000 students throughout every stage of their University experience, led by a team of elected student representatives and a dynamic staff team. We take pride in the outcomes we achieve for our members, and have recently been ranked as a top 10 Students’ Union in the National Student Survey. We strive to be an employer of choice, where staff enjoy working in a varied and flexible environment. Culturally we foster inclusivity, openness and a friendly workplace where all employees are valued and understand the contribution they make to the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Under the leadership of the Vice-President Community and Head of Commercial Operations, the Community Zone aims to bring together students at the University of Surrey in social events and in our venues across the campuses. It aims to create a sense of community through showcase Union events, celebrating student successes and helping students feel part of life at Surrey.  â€¯

The role holder will work with the Union’s Senior Management Team to ensure the Union excels in its student commercial provision providing them with safe and accessible spaces and opportunities to socialise, meet people and make lasting memories of their time at Surrey. The role holder will also work closely with the VP Community, supporting them to achieve their goals and ensuring that the Community Zone upholds its democratic function to represent the interests of students at Surrey.

For more information and to apply for the role, visit our website: Head of Commercial Operations - Surrey Students' Union

Applications close on 23rd November at 17:00.

Area: Professional Services

About University of Surrey

A Guildford university whose staff pages give professional services colleagues 25 days of leave plus 7 University days and 8 public holidays (40 days a year); blended working in many roles.

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