Enterprise Hub Operator - The Pencil Works, Stapleford

Broxtowe Borough Council is seeking an experienced operator to manage and run The Pencil Works Enterprise Hub in Stapleford town centre, a newly constructed facility opening in October 2026. This £6.2 million UK Government Towns Fund project will house office, retail, makerspace, and creative facilities designed to support the growth of creative, digital, and cultural enterprises. As the successful operator, you will be responsible for: managing day-to-day facility operations; maximizing occupancy rates and generating revenue; delivering business support services, events, and community programming; creating an integrated and vibrant environment; and working collaboratively with the Council to ensure long-term financial sustainability. The hub will feature flexible office and retail spaces, a central Creative Makers Space for artists and sole traders, a café, and event facilities integrated into an enhanced public realm with improved streetscape and landscaping. The project aims to increase local skills, support startups and scale-ups, and act as a catalyst for wider economic regeneration in Stapleford town centre. This is an initial 5-year contract with options for three further 24-month extensions.