Executive Head - Inland

A leading client in a dynamic industry is seeking an accomplished and strategic Executive Head (Inland) to steer the overall management and operations of their organisation. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader with a strong engineering background and proven senior management expertise to drive growth, foster innovation, and deliver outstanding corporate performance.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Board, the Executive Director will be responsible for:
• Strategic Leadership & Operational Excellence
o Directing and controlling the work and resources of the company to ensure optimal performance.
o Overseeing the recruitment, development, and retention of high-calibre professionals to meet organisational objectives.
o Preparing and implementing effective business plans, with rigorous monitoring against key performance indicators.
• Board Advisory & Policy Development
o Providing strategic advice and up-to-date insights on industry developments to inform board decisions.
o Guiding the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with statutory regulations and best practices.
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
o Establishing and nurturing strong links with major customers, government bodies, local authorities, and key industry stakeholders.
o Representing the company in critical negotiations with customers, suppliers, and partners to secure advantageous terms.
• Financial Stewardship & Performance Reporting
o Leading the budgeting process, ensuring financial targets are met, costs are minimised, and revenue streams are optimised.
o Overseeing the preparation of annual reports, accounts, and performance reviews.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
o Driving research and development programmes to keep the company at the forefront of industry trends and competitive offerings.
o Championing effective marketing and public relations strategies to promote the company’s image and services.
• Compliance & Corporate Governance
o Ensuring that all aspects of the organisation adhere to health, safety, and equal opportunities policies.
o Implementing robust management systems to enhance overall service quality and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Academic Credentials:
o A relevant Engineering diploma/degree is required.
o Postgraduate studies in Business are highly regarded.
• Professional Experience:
o A minimum of 10–15 years’ experience in the engineering sector, with a substantial portion in senior management roles.
o Demonstrated track record in strategic planning, operational excellence, and effective stakeholder engagement.

The Ideal Candidate
You are a strategic thinker and results-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence. Your deep industry knowledge, combined with your robust engineering and business background, enables you to provide visionary leadership and drive strategic initiatives. With exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, you excel at guiding high-performing teams and influencing key stakeholders to achieve organisational success.

Next Steps
If you are a dynamic executive ready to make a significant impact by steering a forward-thinking organisation, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity with our client. Please submit your updated CV and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience and vision for the future.

This exclusive role is being recruited on behalf of our esteemed client. For full confidentiality, further information will be provided upon progressing through the initial stages of our selection process.

We look forward to hearing from you.