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Winfrith Newburgh
Advertising SalarySalary Details:
£90,000
What is the vacancy type for this advertVacancy Type:
Permanent
Function:
Leadership
EmployerEmployer:
Dorset Council
Job Working PatternJob Working Pattern:
Full time

About the role

Dorset Innovation Park Limited is entering an exciting new phase, and we’re looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Managing Direct or to lead its next chapter. The Park is Dorset’s only Enterprise Zone, with a growing reputation as a hub for defence, security, and advanced engineering. As our new Managing Director, you’ll shape its future direction, drive business growth, and build strong partnerships that bring lasting value to the local economy.
 
What you'll do
You’ll lead the company that runs the Park, reporting to the Board and Dorset Council. Your role will be to drive business growth, manage development and infrastructure projects, and build strong local and national partnerships.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • shaping the Park’s strategic direction and commercial focus
  • promoting the site to new businesses, investors and stakeholders
  • overseeing infrastructure and property development projects
  • embedding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) values throughout operations
  • supporting local workforce development and skills programmes
  • leading a high-performing team and reporting to the Board and Council leadership

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a credible, inspiring leader with a solid background in business, innovation or economic development. Ideally, you’ll have experience in the defence or security sector and an understanding of both public and private sector working.

We’re looking for someone with:

  • senior leadership experience in a commercial or high-growth setting
  • a track record of driving business growth and managing strategic plans
  • strong stakeholder relationships and board-level governance skills
  • experience leading change, delivering complex projects and managing budgets
  • excellent communication and networking ability across sectors

Why now?
Dorset Council has big ambitions for the Innovation Park. This is your chance to be part of something that makes a real difference to local jobs, business resilience and the wider economy, all while working in a beautiful part of the country.

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Further Information

For an informal discussion about the role with Dorset Council Executive Director of Place Jan Britton, please contact his PA Karen Gondelle at [email protected] or 01305 224 216
 
Salary: £90,000 per year | 25 days annual leave | Stakeholder pension scheme
Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith | Security clearance required

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