The City of London Corporation is currently recruiting for the role of General Manager at Billingsgate Market, one of London’s most historic and renowned markets. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary ranging from £72,390 to £82,160, including London Weighting, with a pending pay award.
The General Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Billingsgate Market, ensuring its smooth running through effective management of multiple teams. Key responsibilities include maintaining the market’s upkeep, overseeing security, and representing the City of London at industry events. The successful candidate will be expected to foster a collaborative team culture and drive continuous improvements across operations.
The role is ideally suited to candidates with a background in security or safety management, strong team leadership experience, and knowledge of risk management, health & safety, and food hygiene regulations. Membership of a relevant professional institute would be advantageous.
The City of London Corporation is committed to promoting diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from individuals who are underrepresented at this grade, including those from Black, Asian and global ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women.
Key details:
- Salary: £72,390 – £82,160 (inclusive of London Weighting)
- Contract Type: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
- Core Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 15:00
- Application Deadline: 12 noon, 4 November 2024
- Interview Dates: 18 and 19 November 2024
For an informal discussion about the role, potential applicants can contact Ben Milligan, Markets Director, on 020 7332 1678 or Emma Beard, New Spitalfields Market General Manager, on 020 8518 7670 (option 3).
For more information and to apply, please visit the City of London Corporation’s careers website: City of London Careers.