Salary: Competitive (subject to experience £48,000-£55,000)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week
Reports to: Head of Commerce

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of one of the UK's most distinctive visitor experience programmes. Approximately 65% of the role focuses on developing and evolving the Shows & Events Programme, while 35% focuses on enhancing the overall visitor experience through cross-department collaboration. Managing a revenue budget of approximately £650,000 and leading the Shows Manager, the successful candidate will have significant autonomy and influence.

Events & Programme Development (65%)
•    Develop and deliver a long-term Events & Experiences Strategy.
•    Review and evolve the current programme of approximately 30 annual events.
•    Create innovative flagship events with broader audience appeal.
•    Develop indoors, evening and seasonal experiences.
•    Lead concept creation from idea to operational handover.
•    Manage the Shows & Events revenue budget of approximately £650,000.

Visitor Experience Development (35%)
•    Champion visitor experience across the organisation.
•    Work collaboratively with Curatorial, Learning & Community, Marketing, Museum Assistants and operational teams.
•    Identify opportunities to improve the visitor journey and engagement.
•    Support delivery of the wider Museum transformation programme.
•    Use audience insight and feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Commercial & Financial Management
•    Deliver agreed revenue, attendance and profitability targets.
•    Develop new income streams through partnerships, sponsorship and premium experiences.

Leadership & Collaboration
•    Provide leadership and direction to the Shows Manager.
•    Build effective relationships across all Museum departments.
•    Collaborate across the business to create seamless visitor experiences.

Governance
•    Ensure robust planning, risk management and operational governance.
•    Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience
•    Significant experience creating successful events, experiences or visitor attractions.
•    Exceptional creativity and concept-development skills.
•    Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience.
•    Passion for creating memorable visitor experiences.

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How to apply

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter, detailing how your skills and experience align with the job description, to: hr@britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Closing date

Sunday, 23 August 2026