172 Managing Staff jobs in the United Kingdom

We are looking for an experienced Managing/Principal Consultant to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing top talent for our clients while building and maintaining strong relationships with both candidates and clients.

Red King is a dynamic recruitment company, specialising in the placement of temporary, contract and permanent IT, Digital, Sales, Marketing, Architecture and Engineering (Technical and Design), and Construction professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from initial candidate sourcing to placement and onboarding.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.

- Manage, mentor, and support a team of recruitment consultants.

- Negotiate offers and contracts between candidates and clients.

- Keep up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements.

- Meet individual billing targets and oversee team targets.

- Lead by example in terms of work ethic, delivery standards, and KPIs.

- Identify and win new client accounts through cold outreach, networking, or referrals.

Key Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Consultant, ideally in an agency setting. Engineering, IT, Sales & Marketing, or Construction Recruitment experience is preferred.

- Strong understanding of the industry, including knowledge of different technologies and job roles.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.

- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

- Target-driven and self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.

- Proficiency in using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and recruitment software.

Benefits:

- Salary of 45,000 to 55,000 pa.

- Competitive salary with an attractive commission structure.

- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

- A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a passionate and results-driven Recruitment professional looking for a new challenge, we'd love to connect.

Apply today or email to join the Red King team!

• Oversee the financial and contractual aspects of the Area 12 M&R Contract, ensuring compliance with NEC 4 TSC and company policies.
• Monitor and control project costs, prepare cost estimates, and manage budgets to ensure projects are delivered within financial targets.
• Administer contracts, including the preparation and submission of applications for payment, valuation of variations, and management of compensation events.
• Assessment of monthly applications, raising payment certificates, ensuring all liabilities are loaded onto SAP monthly.
• Carrying out subcontract procurement exercises to increase resilience within the contract, including drafting contracts and onboarding successful applications.
• Identify and manage commercial risks, ensuring that appropriate mitigation measures are in place.
• Preparation of budgets three times a year. Prepare and present monthly CVR's to senior management, highlighting key issues and providing recommendations for improvement. Update forecasts monthly feeding into the Annual Commercial Plan, submitted to National Highways.
• Work closely with the planning, operations, and finance teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration across all project phases.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing any commercial queries and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Provide guidance and support to junior QS staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Principal commercial manager.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, , and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

• Bringing a positive approach that aligns with our goals and values.
• Leveraging your expertise in NEC contracts to drive results.
• Applying strong problem solving skills to enhance efficiency and innovation in your role.

We are looking for an experienced Managing/Principal Consultant to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing top talent for our clients while building and maintaining strong relationships with both candidates and clients.

Red King is a dynamic recruitment company, specialising in the placement of temporary, contract and permanent IT, Digital, Sales, Marketing, Architecture and Engineering (Technical and Design), and Construction professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from initial candidate sourcing to placement and onboarding.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.

- Manage, mentor, and support a team of recruitment consultants.

- Negotiate offers and contracts between candidates and clients.

- Keep up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements.

- Meet individual billing targets and oversee team targets.

- Lead by example in terms of work ethic, delivery standards, and KPIs.

- Identify and win new client accounts through cold outreach, networking, or referrals.

Key Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Consultant, ideally in an agency setting. Engineering, IT, Sales & Marketing, or Construction Recruitment experience is preferred.

- Strong understanding of the industry, including knowledge of different technologies and job roles.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.

- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

- Target-driven and self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.

- Proficiency in using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and recruitment software.

Benefits:

- Salary of 45,000 to 55,000 pa.

- Competitive salary with an attractive commission structure.

- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

- A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a passionate and results-driven Recruitment professional looking for a new challenge, we'd love to connect.

Apply today or email to join the Red King team!

Household goods manufacturing background desirable
c. 150,000 + bonus + executive car
Manchester

The role:
This is a career-defining opportunity to take the helm of a market-leading manufacturer of household goods , a business trusted by leading retailers and distributors nationwide.

Your mission: to sharpen performance, elevate customer experience and unlock growth. You'll set the vision and drive the strategy that embeds cutting-edge technology, empowers people and ensures the business continues to be a partner of choice for retailers and consumers alike.

Responsibilities include:

• Shape and deliver a growth strategy that enhances flexibility, capability and customer focus
• Lead transformation across operations, manufacturing and commercial functions
• Champion innovation and embed a culture of excellence and accountability
• Deliver profitability without compromising on quality, service or sustainability

The person:

• A proven leader with a strong consumer products manufacturing background
• Strong track record of full P&L accountability with operational and commercial breadth
• Hands-on in driving growth and operational efficiency, while keeping customers at the heart of every decision
• A communicator and influencer with impact. Respected for integrity, energy and vision

The company:

A customer-driven innovator and technical leader, this business is entering a new phase of growth.

With a strong foundation, a respected reputation and ambitious plans, they are seeking a visionary Managing Director to take the organisation into its next exciting chapter.

How to apply:

If you're ready to lead a dynamic, ambitious organisation, we want to hear from you. Apply in confidence by submitting a full CV online, quoting reference 10103.

Leading FMCG Manufacturer
c. 165,000 per annum + Executive Car + Bonus + Benefits
North West

The Role

Leading a premier manufacturer of high-volume fast moving consumer goods, serving a prestigious portfolio of national retailers and distributors, in the pursuit of increased operational efficiency, customer service and profitability.

Key tasks include developing and implementing a strategy that: delivers exceptional customer service, increases flexibility, capability and expertise, embeds leading edge technological and organisational change, whilst achieving realistic growth objectives.

The Person

• An experienced FMCG business leader, who has enjoyed full profit and loss responsibility, ideally encompassing manufacturing/operations as well as commercial
• Able to demonstrate "hands on" experience of driving profitable growth, whilst delivering industry leading levels of quality and customer service
• An excellent communicator and leader, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels
• Personal credibility, integrity, vision and drive

The Company

Customer obsessed, technical thought and market leader, selling high-volume fast moving consumer goods into a prestigious portfolio of national retailers and distributors.

Seeking to appoint a high calibre, inspirational, Managing Director, to lead an ambitious thought leading business through a period of significant change, opportunity and growth.

How to Apply

So, if have the relevant skills, knowledge, experience and are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity, to lead a customer obsessed, innovative market leader, then please look no further, we would like to hear from you. To apply in confidence please submit a fully detailed CV online quoting reference 10096.
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• Develop long-term strategies to drive organisational growth and sustainability
• Shape and execute strategic vision in collaboration with the Board of Trustees
• Identify innovative opportunities to expand local and national impact

• Drive diverse revenue streams including donations, legacies, partnerships, and visitor income
• Build compelling relationships with donors, sponsors, and conservation partners
• Lead marketing initiatives to increase public engagement and support
• Work alongside existing specialists who manage grant applications and funding sourcing

• Oversee all daily operations ensuring smooth, efficient functioning
• Maintain the highest standards of care and visitor experience working with the existing professional conservation team
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry best practices

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of professionals including experienced conservation specialists, volunteers, and support staff
• Foster a collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Implement development programs to maximise team effectiveness across all operational areas

• Proven Leadership Experience in senior management roles. If this is within charity, conservation, or education sectors all the better.
• Strategic Vision with ability to develop and execute innovative strategies delivering measurable results
• Commercial Acumen including experience in revenue growth, fund raising, and budget management
• Exceptional Communication Skills to engage diverse stakeholders from donors to community groups
• Passion for Conservation with deep appreciation for environmental sustainability

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to shape the future of a vital organisation
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday entitlement
• Company equipment and facilities provided
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to conservation and community educationto Make Your Mark?

Our client is an established and respected manufacturer of high-quality air processing equipment, serving clients across industrial, commercial, and environmental sectors.

Staffbase have been appointed to recruit for a commercially driven Managing Director with strong sales acumen and outstanding leadership skills to take our client's business forward.

The Role:

This is a "hands-on" leadership role where your primary focus will be driving revenue growth, developing high-performing teams, and strengthening customer relationships. You'll take full responsibility for the commercial and operational performance of the business, reporting directly to the CEO.

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the company's growth strategy, with a core focus on sales performance and market expansion
* Lead and motivate the sales team to achieve and exceed targets across existing and new markets
* Build strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders
* Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative workplace culture
* Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
* Manage and ensure legal compliance
* Monitor financial performance and lead budgeting and forecasting
* Represent the business externally, enhancing the company's brand and market presence

Candidate:

You will have proven experience in a senior sales or managing director role within a technical manufacturing environment (applicants in HVAC, air systems, filtration, or similar industry would be ideal)

You will demonstrate previous success in building and leading sales teams, securing major contracts, and growing market share.

Applicants will have exceptional leadership and communication skills to inspire, coach, and hold people to high standards. In addition you'll have a natural talent for establishing & developing strong customer relationships.

Candidate's will be commercially astute with a strong understanding of pricing, margins, and competitive positioning and negotiation skills.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who is consistently "hands-on", visible & approachable within the business

Preferably you will be degree educated and /or have relevant industry experience with excellent mechanical and electrical engineering background

You'll be decisive, with the ability to make quick & well-informed decisions under pressure, adapt to ever changing market conditions and respond effectively to new challenges.

Benefits:

Our client offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking company in an executive leadership role with autonomy, affording a competitive renumeration with performance-based incentives.

The opportunity to lead, motivate and develop a highly respected brand in the air movement industry.

Do you have an engineering background working for a manufacturer?

Do you want to manage your own P&L across your own division with the autonomy to manage as you see fit? 

This could be for you!

Our client, a sizeable UK based manufacturing group, seeks to appoint a new Managing Director to take control of their UK business. This role requires someone of proven MD calibre with a track record of delivering smooth operational perforamance in a demanding business environment. You will have full P&L responsibility for the business and will be expected to drive substantial improvements throughout your tenure.

Managing Director - Role and Responsibilities - MD / Director / Senior Leadership / Management

* Reporting to the Group Managing Director, you will take full P&L responsibility for the business
* You will refine and implement the long term strategic plan for the business
* You will lead a full management team covering all functions including a service and maintenance profit centre
* You will be responsible for driving growth, engineering development, quality and process improvement throughout the business
* You will liaise with other divisional and Group companies in developing commercial opportunities and operational improvements

Managing Director - Skills and Abilities MD / Director / Senior Leadership / Management

* A graduate calibre proven MD with engineering development experience of both technical products and operational processes
* A track record of delivering profitable operational performance in a demanding business environment
* Innovative, with an eye for detail and prudent cost management
* Good numerical and IT skills, with experience of using integrated business systems
* A good communicator, with an open and honest management style and a genuine empathy for the long term goals of the business

Managing Director / MD / Director / Senior Leadership / Management

If you fit these requirements then you know not to let a great opportunity pass you by. Please apply today in confidence.

We are looking for an experienced Managing/Principal Consultant to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing top talent for our clients while building and maintaining strong relationships with both candidates and clients.

Red King is a dynamic recruitment company, specialising in the placement of temporary, contract and permanent IT, Digital, Sales, Marketing, Architecture and Engineering (Technical and Design), and Construction professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from initial candidate sourcing to placement and onboarding.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.

- Manage, mentor, and support a team of recruitment consultants.

- Negotiate offers and contracts between candidates and clients.

- Keep up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements.

- Meet individual billing targets and oversee team targets.

- Lead by example in terms of work ethic, delivery standards, and KPIs.

- Identify and win new client accounts through cold outreach, networking, or referrals.

Key Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Consultant, ideally in an agency setting. Engineering, IT, Sales & Marketing, or Construction Recruitment experience is preferred.

- Strong understanding of the industry, including knowledge of different technologies and job roles.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.

- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

- Target-driven and self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.

- Proficiency in using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and recruitment software.

Benefits:

- Salary of 45,000 to 55,000 pa.

- Competitive salary with an attractive commission structure.

- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

- A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a passionate and results-driven Recruitment professional looking for a new challenge, we'd love to connect.

Apply today or email to join the Red King team!