Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

About the Company

Kew is the world’s leading botanic gardens, at the forefront of plant and fungal science, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major visitor attraction.

We want a world where plants and fungi are understood, valued and conserved – because our lives depend on them.

We use the power of our science and the rich diversity of our gardens and collections to provide knowledge, inspiration and understanding of why plants and fungi matter to everyone.

See www.kew.org for more information or https://careers.kew.org to view our current career opportunities.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Job Title

Head Of Commercial

Job Description

Job title: Head of Commercial Role Summary: Lead the integrated commercial function for a portfolio of branded hotels, driving revenue growth, margin improvement and market share gains. Oversee Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Distribution, and Digital teams, aligning global brand strategies with local market performance. Report directly to the CEO and collaborate with senior leadership to shape business direction. Expactations: - Deliver sustainable revenue and profit targets across the hotel estate. - Build a high‑performing commercial culture and develop succession plans for key roles. - Provide data‑driven pricing, yield, and demand strategies that maintain rate integrity and forecast accuracy. - Ensure rigorous governance of forecasting, reporting and performance reviews. - Demonstrate executive influence and strategic decision‑making in a matrixed, branded environment. Key Responsibilities: - Own and execute the group commercial strategy, setting clear direction for pricing, yield, and demand. - Lead, coach and develop large, matrixed teams in Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management and Commercial Insights. - Drive sales effectiveness, conversion rates and overall commercial productivity across all properties. - Manage distribution and digital initiatives to support revenue generation. - Maintain governance and discipline in forecasting, reporting, and performance evaluation. - Build future commercial capability through succession planning and leadership development. Required Skills: - Proven experience as Head of Commercial or Commercial Director in a multi‑property branded hospitality setting. - Strong leadership and team‑building skills with ability to operate at an executive level. - Deep knowledge of revenue management, pricing, distribution, and demand generation. - Analytical mindset with confidence making evidence‑based decisions in complex environments. - Creative and commercial thinking to integrate marketing campaigns with revenue strategies. - Values‑led leadership style that fosters trust, accountability, and high performance. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing or related field. - Advanced certifications in Revenue Management, Sales Leadership or Hospitality Management are preferred.

Rugby, United kingdom

On site

12-02-2026

Company Name

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Job Title

Marketing Executive

Job Description

Job title: Marketing Executive Role Summary: Deliver and elevate the hotel’s brand through engaging content, dynamic campaigns, and partnership initiatives across Rooms, MICE, and Food & Beverage. Support the sales and marketing strategy, maintain brand visibility, and drive revenue growth. Expactations: Own social media presence, coordinate in‑house promotions, and assist the sales team in converting leads into bookings. Ensure all marketing activities align with brand standards and hotel objectives. Key Responsibilities: - Assist with proposals, contracts, and event confirmations for clients. - Manage leads, CRM records, and sales reports to support conversions. - Plan, create, and schedule social media content across all hotel platforms. - Support seasonal campaigns, local partnerships, and media collaborations to boost visibility. - Liaise with internal departments to ensure consistent and effective promotion delivery. - Uphold brand standards across all communications and marketing materials. Required Skills: - Hospitality sales or marketing experience, preferably in a hotel environment. - Proven social media management from concept through post. - Strong commercial awareness with data‑driven decision making. - Creative storytelling, excellent written and visual communication. - Highly organized, multi‑tasking, deadline‑oriented. - Collaborative, able to coordinate with cross‑functional teams and external partners. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field. - Optional certifications in digital marketing, social media management, or analytics (e.g., HubSpot, Google Analytics).

Bletchley, United kingdom

On site

13-02-2026