Commercial Manager
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,355 to £45,413 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | Swansea, Wales |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Swansea University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SU01497 |
Summary
We are seeking a commercially driven Commercial Manager to support the growth and development of income-generating activities across Estates and Campus Services at Swansea University.
Working closely with the Head of Commercial Services, the role will support the management of sales, marketing, and business development activities across a diverse portfolio of services, including catering, events and conferencing, sport, retail, partnerships, and hospitality.
The postholder will oversee commercial pipelines, monitor contract performance and support the delivery of strategies that maximise income and make the most of the University’s campus assets. They will also identify new opportunities, develop business cases and work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to grow commercial activity.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to help shape and expand Swansea University’s commercial services while enhancing the experience of students, staff and visitors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.
Working closely with the Head of Commercial Services, the role will support the management of sales, marketing, and business development activities across a diverse portfolio of services, including catering, events and conferencing, sport, retail, partnerships, and hospitality.
The postholder will oversee commercial pipelines, monitor contract performance and support the delivery of strategies that maximise income and make the most of the University’s campus assets. They will also identify new opportunities, develop business cases and work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to grow commercial activity.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to help shape and expand Swansea University’s commercial services while enhancing the experience of students, staff and visitors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.