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Chief Operating Officer

Nigel Wright Group
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Jubilee Market Hall is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to succeed the current CEO in mid-2026.
  • This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a not-for-profit market hall in Covent Garden, London, which is owned by a collective of 113 market traders.
  • The position requires at least 7 years of senior operational leadership experience in relevant sectors such as retail, cultural venues, or not-for-profit organizations.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing a lean team, and building relationships with various stakeholders.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Jubilee Market HallJubilee Market Hall (JMH), a historic and much-loved, market hall in the heart of London's Covent Garden, is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a clear plan for the appointment to succeed the current Chief Executive Officer mid-2026.This is a rare leadership opportunity to join a unique organisation that combines commercial responsibility with a strong sense of community stewardship. Owned and operated by a collective of 113 market traders, JMH is a not-for-profit enterprise that reinvests surplus income back into the market's upkeep and promotion.You will work closely with outgoing CEO Stewart Carroll for a six-month transition period, ensuring a smooth handover of operations and governance. Following his planned departure in June 2026, you will assume broader responsibilities, with the potential to become the Chief Executive Officer.Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Leading day-to-day market operations, ensuring a safe and vibrant environment.
  • Overseeing a lean operational team and external consultants.
  • Working with a new Head of Finance on budgeting, financial planning, and reporting.
  • Building and sustaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including market traders, Shaftesbury Capital Plc, local authorities, and community groups.
  • Supporting the Board of Directors and the wider shareholder community.
  • Contributing to long-term strategic projects.
About You:You will have at least 7 years of senior operational leadership experience, ideally from a market, cultural venue, retail, heritage, or not-for-profit background. You are a collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader with strong financial acumen and a proven track record of managing complex, public-facing environments.If you are a resilient and adaptable leader with as passion for London and the diplomacy to manage diverse stakeholder interests, we encourage you to apply.

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