Director of Application, EMEA North, Install

L-ACOUSTICS SAS; France; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Health benefits

Internal mobility

International collaboration

Community events

CSE benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

L‑Acoustics is seeking a Director of Application, EMEA North, Install, to provide technical and operational leadership for all Application activities across the Install market within the EMEA North region. This role requires a strong blend of strategic vision, commercial acumen, and leadership to translate global Application strategy into regional execution.

Key responsibilities include setting regional strategy, forecasting and performance management, leading teams, coordinating with Sales,

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the EMEA North Install regional technical operations strategy; design engagement models that increase conversion and adoption across the Install market.
• Forecast capacity planning, demand forecasts, and load balancing for the EMEA North Install Application team; own technical OKRs and quality gates.
• Lead the EMEA North Install Application teams; drive certifications, onboarding, and continuous education while fostering a collaborative culture.
• Manage territory and regional Install vertical teams in collaboration with global matrix leadership.
• Support strategic Install projects across EMEA North; influence system designs and specifications; represent the brand technically at industry events.
• Enforce Install design standards, commissioning methodologies, and CRM/project reporting across EMEA North; lead quality audits and post-project reviews.

Job description

Overview

L‑Acoustics is the world leader in premium professional sound systems for live events. From world-class artists on tour to major music festivals in every genre, to opening and closing ceremonies of planetary sporting events, we are the trusted choice of event professionals who require extreme reliability and fidelity show after show. Designed and manufactured in Europe, and available in 80 countries globally, L-Acoustics employs over 1300 people worldwide, with 20% of team resources devoted to R&D and application. As the Director of Application, EMEA North, Install, you will provide the technical and operational leadership for all Application activities across the Install market within the EMEA North region. This role requires a strong combination of strategic vision, commercial awareness, and leadership to translate the global Application strategy into regional execution. A key focus of the role is aligning the EMEA North Install Application organization with global Application objectives while adapting to the specific market dynamics, customer needs, and business priorities across the region.

Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Market/Field Development: Set and execute the EMEA North Install regional technical operations strategy; design engagement models that increase conversion and adoption across the Install market. Impact: stronger field relevance; deeper Install segment penetration.
2. Forecasting, Planning & Performance Management: Run capacity planning, demand forecasts, and load balancing for the EMEA North Install Application team; own technical OKRs and quality gates. Impact: fewer bottlenecks; predictable delivery performance.
3. Team Leadership, Capability & Culture: Lead the EMEA North Install Application teams; drive certifications, onboarding, and continuous education while fostering a collaborative, no-blame culture. Manage territory and regional Install vertical teams in collaboration with global matrix leadership. Impact: higher retention; consistent technical excellence.
4. Pipeline, Project Execution & Ecosystem Partnerships: Support strategic Install projects across EMEA North; influence system designs and specifications; represent the brand technically at industry events, consultant meetings, and partner forums. Impact: higher conversion; expanded partner ecosystem.
5. Data, Standards & Process Excellence: Enforce Install design standards, commissioning methodologies, and CRM/project reporting across EMEA North. Lead quality audits, post-project reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. Impact: better decision-making; improved operational maturity.
6. Cross-Functional Execution & Customer Experience: Coordinate with Sales, Product Management, Business Development, and Application Vertical Leadership teams to ensure a seamless pre-sales to customer acceptance process for Install projects across EMEA North. Impact: faster, higher-quality deployments; improved technical customer satisfaction (CSAT/NPS).

What we offer

At L-Acoustics, newcomers are welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive environment that blends technological excellence with human-centered values. New team members benefit from the following:

• Hybrid work policy with remote flexibility
• Comprehensive health benefits to support you and your family
• Opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement
• A collaborative, international work environment driven by innovation
• Employee events and initiatives that foster community and creativity
• Access to the company’s CSE (Comité Social et Économique), offering cultural, leisure, and social benefits
• A strong focus on work-life balance

L-Acoustics supports personal and professional development, diversity, and community engagement—ensuring that every newcomer feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive from day one. We value talent in all its facets and are committed to equal opportunities for all. We believe in creating an environment where people can do their best work and thrive together. Even if this role isn’t an exact match, we encourage you to apply. Our values are Passionate, Creative, Courageous, and Connected.

Our values

• Passionate: Act with optimism and determination; give your best to deliver the best quality; commit to achieve your goals.
• Creative: Challenge the status quo; value all ideas; be open minded and embrace changes.
• Courageous: Choose the best versus the easiest; take measured risks; take and assume responsibilities.
• Connected: Act as a team; respect everyone and enrich each other; understand and bond with partners.