Head of Commercial - Tower Bridge

About us

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.

About the role

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.

Closing date:12 noon on Monday 9 March 2026

Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday, 19 March 2026 in 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.

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The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Because our roles are so varied, we don't have a 'one size fits all' policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you'll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It's important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.