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Construction / Building Services | Private Equity | Turnaround

Strategic Finance Leadership. Business Transformation. Operational Impact.

Liftec Express - a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK - is entering an important phase of performance acceleration, operational transformation and value creation.

We are now seeking a high-calibre Finance Director with strong construction, engineering or building services experience and a sound understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting.

This is not a step-up opportunity or a role for someone who wants to oversee an already polished finance function. We are hiring an experienced finance leader who has previously operated as the number-one finance person within a business and already has the playbook required to lead change, strengthen controls and help rebuild the financial infrastructure.

You will partner closely with the Managing Director and Private Equity stakeholders to drive financial excellence, improve operational performance and support ambitious long-term growth.

This is a genuinely hands-on, high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced SME. You will operate at board level while remaining close enough to the detail to understand the numbers, challenge processes and support the team in delivering the basics brilliantly.

Role: CFO / Finance Director - Qualified

Location: Dartford, Kent - Hybrid, with at least three days per week at HQ

Package: Competitive Base Salary + 15% Annual Bonus Paid Quarterly + Car Allowance, Pension and Extensive Benefits

Hours: 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch

Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formerly part of OTIS and Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025.

Specialism: Independent provider of lift installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation services.

Your Background: Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO or number-one finance leader within a turnaround, Private Equity-backed or high-change SME.

Core Skills: ACA or ACCA qualified | Construction or Engineering Accounting | Percentage-of-Completion Accounting | Cash and Working Capital | Transformation | Team Leadership

Liftec Express is a well-established and highly-respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector.

Previously part of OTIS - one of the world's leading manufacturers and service providers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R Capital. With greater agility as an independent company, Liftec Express is rebuilding its platform and preparing for a significant period of growth.

Liftec Express currently retains much of the operational infrastructure of a larger SME, while operating with the agility and resourcefulness of a smaller organisation. The successful Finance Director must therefore be equally comfortable shaping strategy, improving systems and getting personally involved in the detail.

As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec Express is focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, cost control and sustainable growth. This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team during a major transformation and value-creation phase.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the entire finance function and act as a strategic partner to the MD, senior leadership team and Private Equity owners.

You will bring clarity, discipline and commercial insight to the organisation while establishing the controls, reporting and financial infrastructure required to support future growth.

This role requires someone who can operate strategically at director and board level while remaining willing to work through the underlying detail. You will not simply manage the finance function; you will strengthen, reshape and modernise it.

• Provide strategic financial leadership to the Managing Director, leadership team and Private Equity stakeholders.
• Take full ownership of FP&A, financial control, management reporting, compliance, audit and tax.
• Deliver accurate, insightful and timely monthly management accounts.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and long-term financial planning.
• Improve cash flow, working capital, credit control and debt recovery.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance, systems and core processes.
• Provide robust commercial analysis to support operational and investment decisions.
• Develop performance targets and value-creation initiatives across the business.
• Prepare high-quality board packs and investor reporting.
• Manage relationships with Private Equity stakeholders, auditors, banks and external advisors.
• Support the business through restructuring, transformation and future growth.
• Drive cost reduction, margin improvement and stronger P&L performance.
• Lead and develop the finance team, setting high standards while providing the support required for them to succeed.
• Explore opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, AI and smarter use of financial technology.

The business is particularly interested in how AI, automation and improved systems could enhance areas such as credit control, debt collection, reporting and finance administration while controlling costs as the organisation grows.

You are a commercially astute, technically credible and execution-focused finance leader who thrives in high-change, performance-driven environments.

Crucially, you have already operated as a Finance Director, CFO, Head of Finance or senior finance leader with full ownership of the function. This is not a first FD appointment or a conventional career-progression role. You will arrive with the experience, judgement and confidence to take ownership from the outset.

• Significant post-qualified experience, ideally including 10+ years in progressively senior finance roles.
• Previous experience as a Finance Director, CFO, Head of Finance or senior finance leader with full ownership of the function.
• Strong knowledge of double-entry accounting and core financial controls.
• Practical experience of construction, engineering, building services or project-based accounting.
• A strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting, contract accounting and revenue recognition.
• Experience operating within a turnaround, restructuring or major business-transformation environment.
• A track record of improving profitability, cash flow and working-capital performance.
• Strong financial modelling, forecasting and performance-management capability.
• Experience of leading and developing a sizeable finance team.
• The ability to move confidently between strategic leadership and detailed operational problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Background in lift services is not essential. However, you must have experience in engineering, construction, building services, field services or a similarly project-led environment.

• You will be a visible and credible leader who sets high standards but also gives the team the support, clarity and direction required to deliver.
• Leads from the front.
• Takes complete ownership of outcomes.
• Is not afraid to challenge, investigate or get into the detail.
• Holds themselves and others accountable.
• Brings energy and momentum to change.
• Is analytical, evidence-led and commercially curious.
• Remains open-minded, inquisitive and willing to learn.
• Operates with honesty, integrity and sound judgement.
• Builds trust quickly with operational colleagues, investors and external partners.
• Understands that seniority does not remove the need to get the fundamentals right.

"Extreme ownership" and "doing the basics brilliantly" are central to the leadership culture Liftec Express is building.

• Pension from day one through Aviva
• Employee Assistance Programme from day one
• Death in Service cover at three times salary
• Discretionary sickness scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provision, subject to service
• Employee discounts platform
• Role-dependent incentive scheme

• Join the senior leadership team of a Private Equity-backed transformation business.
• Work directly with the Managing Director and investors.
• Make a visible impact on cash, profitability, governance and operational performance.
• Rebuild and modernise a finance function rather than simply maintain one.
• Shape the systems, controls and team required to support future growth.
• Introduce smarter automation and new technology across finance.
• Lead within a respected, engineering-led services business with a strong market reputation.
• Play a central role in creating long-term enterprise value.

This opportunity will suit an experienced Finance Director who enjoys fixing, improving and building.

Apply now to explore this exceptional opportunity in confidence.

New Business Growth. Modernisation Sales. Entrepreneurial Opportunity.

Are you a dynamic, hungry Business Development professional with proven lift industry experience and a passion for winning new business?

Liftec Express – a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK – is entering an exciting phase of performance acceleration and value creation.

We are now seeking a high-performing Modernisation Technical Sales / Business Development Executive to drive purely new business growth, helping building owners modernise and future-proof their lift and escalator systems.

This is a consultative, high-impact sales role offering significant earning potential within a Private Equity-backed, high-growth environment. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future direction of an established heritage brand, combining legacy strength with start-up agility.

Modernisation Business Development Executive

Remote / Field within reach of Andover OR Dartford Office to cover Home Counties & South

Plus Extensive Benefits Package inc Car Allowance

Core hours 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch.

Note: We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.

Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment.

Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites

Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused

Your Background: Proven new business sales success within the lift industry

Skills: Consultative selling, technical surveys, pipeline management, commercial negotiation. Technical Sales. Sales Engineer.

Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and, with greater agility as a standalone company, is gearing for rapid growth.

The business delivers maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments – including prestigious and high-profile sites.

As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec is focused on profitable growth, operational excellence and value creation. Modernisation is a key strategic growth area, creating significant opportunity for a driven new business professional.

Ready to build something and make your mark?

This is a purely new business role focused on identifying and securing lift and escalator modernisation opportunities. You will proactively generate and convert new leads, both within existing maintenance portfolios and through targeted new business development.

You will engage building owners and property stakeholders to raise awareness of asset lifecycle risks and the benefits of modernisation, delivering tailored, commercially viable solutions. Working closely with engineering and design teams, you will conduct site surveys and technical assessments to develop accurate configurations, pricing and proposals.

You will manage the full sales lifecycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and close, maintaining strong pipeline discipline and ensuring accurate forecasting (annual, quarterly and monthly).

You will collaborate cross-functionally with Service, Repairs and Operations teams to deliver high-quality bids and RFQs, while consistently meeting or exceeding agreed revenue, margin and pipeline growth targets.

You are commercially sharp, entrepreneurial and relentless in your pursuit of new business. You thrive on building opportunity from scratch and do not rely on inbound leads.

A proven track record of B2B sales success within the lift industry is essential, with experience in lift modernisation, new equipment or technical project sales highly desirable. A strong technical understanding of lift systems and CDM Regulations, alongside the ability to conduct site assessments and technical surveys, is required.

Confidence in preparing pricing proposals, negotiating contracts and managing long-cycle, complex sales processes is key. Strong commercial acumen underpins the ability to manage margin, assess risk and drive value creation.

Customer-centric and persuasive, you are comfortable engaging at all levels – from engineers to property directors and asset managers. You are disciplined in CRM usage, pipeline management and forecasting.

Ideally, you may hold a Level 3 NVQ in Lift Installation and/or NVQ4 in Lift Commissioning or EOR/202N, with an appropriate CSCS card (not essential).

A full UK driving licence is essential.

• Access to Discounts Platform
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year - January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day 1) 3 x Salary - Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme - Discretionary
• Family Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Sales Incentive Scheme on Service, Mods or Repair

• Pure new business opportunity with strong earning potential
• Strategic growth area within a PE-backed business
• High level of autonomy and entrepreneurial scope
• Established brand with technical credibility and national footprint
• Opportunity to build long-term value and make a measurable commercial impact
• Significant investment in new tools and technology so you can do your best work

If you are a driven, commercially ambitious lift industry sales professional ready to take ownership of new business growth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this opportunity in confidence.

Application notice. We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

Financial Control. Operational Accuracy. Private Equity Environment.

Are you a detail-driven General Accountant ready to play a key role in a high-performing, Private Equity-backed engineering services business?

Liftec Express – a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK – is entering an exciting phase of performance acceleration and value creation.

We are now seeking a skilled and proactive General Accountant to support the Finance Director and wider finance team in delivering financial accuracy, robust controls, and operational excellence.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role within a fast‑paced SME environment where your contribution will directly support business performance and financial integrity.

The Role at a Glance:

General Accountant

Dartford, Hybrid

Plus Extensive Benefits Package

Core hours 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch.

Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment

Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites

Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused

Your Background: Experienced General Accountant / Management Accountant with strong technical accounting capability. Previous experience in a service or construction-related business is a plus

Skills: Strong general ledger management, reconciliations, month‑end close support. Part‑qualified or qualified by experience (AAT / ACCA / CIMA)

Liftec Express is a well‑established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and with greater agility as a standalone company is gearing for rapid growth.

The business delivers maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public‑sector environments – including prestigious and high‑profile sites.

As a Private Equity‑backed organisation, Liftec is focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, and sustainable growth. The business combines technical engineering capability with strong service delivery and long‑standing client relationships.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the finance team during a significant value‑creation phase.

Ready for your next adventure?

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the General Accountant will support core accounting activities including general ledger management, reconciliations, journal postings, and assisting with the month‑end and year‑end close process.

You will prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepayments and adjustments, perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items, and maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.

You will assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial reports, process intercompany transactions and reconciliations, reconcile bank accounts and support treasury processes, and work closely with the AP/AR teams to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of queries.

The role also includes supporting audit processes and liaising with external auditors as required, assisting with VAT returns, tax compliance and regulatory filings, contributing to the improvement and documentation of accounting processes and controls, and providing ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by the Finance Director.

The role holder shall carry out his/her duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

• You are a proactive, detail‑oriented finance professional who thrives in a structured, performance‑driven environment.
• Part‑qualified or qualified by experience (AAT / ACCA / CIMA), with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, you bring 5+ years of relevant accounting experience. A recognised certification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent is preferred.
• You have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, and experience supporting month‑end close and financial reporting processes.
• Experience within a PE‑backed, turnaround or carve‑out environment would be advantageous, as would previous experience in a service or construction‑related business.
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential.

• Access to Discounts Platform
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year - January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) – Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day 1) – 3 × Salary - Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme – Discretionary
• Family Policies – Industry‑leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Incentive Scheme (depending on role – non‑contractual)

• Key finance role within a PE‑backed growth business
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic finance
• Opportunity to strengthen controls and drive process improvement
• Dynamic, engineering‑led services environment
• Clear opportunity for development and progression

If you are an ambitious, detail‑focused General Accountant looking for your next opportunity within a respected engineering services business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this opportunity in confidence.

Application notice. We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

New Business Growth. Modernisation Sales. Entrepreneurial Opportunity.

Are you a dynamic, hungry Business Development professional with proven lift industry experience and a passion for winning new business?

Liftec Express – a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK – is entering an exciting phase of performance acceleration and value creation.

We are now seeking a high-performing Modernisation Technical Sales / Business Development Executive to drive purely new business growth, helping building owners modernise and future-proof their lift and escalator systems.

This is a consultative, high-impact sales role offering significant earning potential within a Private Equity-backed, high-growth environment. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future direction of an established heritage brand, combining legacy strength with start-up agility.

Modernisation Business Development Executive

Remote / Field within reach of Andover OR Dartford Office to cover Home Counties & South

Plus Extensive Benefits Package inc Car Allowance

Core hours 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch.

Note: We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.

Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment.

Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites

Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused

Your Background: Proven new business sales success within the lift industry

Skills: Consultative selling, technical surveys, pipeline management, commercial negotiation. Technical Sales. Sales Engineer.

Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and, with greater agility as a standalone company, is gearing for rapid growth.

The business delivers maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments – including prestigious and high-profile sites.

As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec is focused on profitable growth, operational excellence and value creation. Modernisation is a key strategic growth area, creating significant opportunity for a driven new business professional.

Ready to build something and make your mark?

This is a purely new business role focused on identifying and securing lift and escalator modernisation opportunities. You will proactively generate and convert new leads, both within existing maintenance portfolios and through targeted new business development.

You will engage building owners and property stakeholders to raise awareness of asset lifecycle risks and the benefits of modernisation, delivering tailored, commercially viable solutions. Working closely with engineering and design teams, you will conduct site surveys and technical assessments to develop accurate configurations, pricing and proposals.

You will manage the full sales lifecycle from prospecting through to contract negotiation and close, maintaining strong pipeline discipline and ensuring accurate forecasting (annual, quarterly and monthly).

You will collaborate cross-functionally with Service, Repairs and Operations teams to deliver high-quality bids and RFQs, while consistently meeting or exceeding agreed revenue, margin and pipeline growth targets.

You are commercially sharp, entrepreneurial and relentless in your pursuit of new business. You thrive on building opportunity from scratch and do not rely on inbound leads.

A proven track record of B2B sales success within the lift industry is essential, with experience in lift modernisation, new equipment or technical project sales highly desirable. A strong technical understanding of lift systems and CDM Regulations, alongside the ability to conduct site assessments and technical surveys, is required.

Confidence in preparing pricing proposals, negotiating contracts and managing long-cycle, complex sales processes is key. Strong commercial acumen underpins the ability to manage margin, assess risk and drive value creation.

Customer-centric and persuasive, you are comfortable engaging at all levels – from engineers to property directors and asset managers. You are disciplined in CRM usage, pipeline management and forecasting.

Ideally, you may hold a Level 3 NVQ in Lift Installation and/or NVQ4 in Lift Commissioning or EOR/202N, with an appropriate CSCS card (not essential).

A full UK driving licence is essential.

• Access to Discounts Platform
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year - January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day 1) 3 x Salary - Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme - Discretionary
• Family Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Sales Incentive Scheme on Service, Mods or Repair

• Pure new business opportunity with strong earning potential
• Strategic growth area within a PE-backed business
• High level of autonomy and entrepreneurial scope
• Established brand with technical credibility and national footprint
• Opportunity to build long-term value and make a measurable commercial impact
• Significant investment in new tools and technology so you can do your best work

If you are a driven, commercially ambitious lift industry sales professional ready to take ownership of new business growth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this opportunity in confidence.

Application notice. We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

Technical Leadership. Modernisation Expertise. Field Excellence.

Are you a highly technical lift professional – possibly a former Engineer – ready to step into a leadership role within a Private Equity‑backed engineering services business?

a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK – is entering an exciting phase of growth and value creation.

We are now seeking a Field Manager/Senior Field Engineer with strong lift modernisation experience to oversee site operations across multiple projects, working closely with the Project Manager to ensure safe, high‑quality and profitable delivery.

Full training and support are available for engineers looking to progress into a management role.

South East / London / Home Counties - Access to Dartford or Andover Offices

Plus Extensive Benefits Package in Car Allowance

Core hours: Onsite 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch

We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.

Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis – Private Equity‑backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment

Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites

Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused

Lift Engineer with modernisation or installation experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering (essential)

• An experienced lift professional with a strong background in installation and/or modernisation, bringing deep technical knowledge of lift systems and site-based operations.
• NVQ Level 3 in Lift Installation (or equivalent) is essential. NVQ4 in Lift Commissioning, SMSTS or SSSTS certification and an appropriate CSCS card would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a dynamic, customer‑focused environment. Organised and self‑reliant, comfortable managing site activities, monitoring progress and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Strong computer skills and commercial awareness underpin the ability to support project performance and profitability.
• Whether already operating in a field management capacity or a senior engineer ready to step up, supported with structured training and development.
• Access to Discounts Platform
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year from January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) – Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service (Day 1) – 3 × Salary – Canada Life
• Sickness Scheme – Discretionary
• Family Policies – Industry‑leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
• Overtime paid Monday to Saturday at 1.5 times the normal rate and on Sunday/Bank Holidays at 2 times – pre‑approved only.
• Night call: One week in four; standby £50 per weekday night, £125 per weekend night.
• Engineer Incentive Scheme – Discretionary
• Radius Pay – detailed in Variable Pay Policy

• Technical leadership role within a respected PE‑backed engineering business
• Strong pipeline of installation and modernisation projects
• Clear progression pathway from Engineer to Field Management
• Opportunity to influence quality, performance and customer satisfaction

If you are a technically strong Lift Engineer or Field Supervisor looking to progress into a Field Manager role within a respected engineering services business, we would love to hear from you.

to explore this opportunity in confidence.

Liftec Express is seeking a Field Manager with strong modernisation experience to oversee multiple lift projects across South East / London & Home Counties. The role involves leading field engineers, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery, and managing profitable outcomes.

We offer progression from engineer to field management, with extensive training, a competitive benefits package including car allowance, and a strong emphasis on safety, ethics and quality in delivery.