CEO - UK & Europe

Lord Search & Selection; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LTIP

Performance incentives

Global exposure

Job summary

Lord Search & Selection is seeking a visionary Managing Director for a West Midlands-based tech-led business. The role focuses on transforming and growing a UK and European market leader, reporting to the board and shaping strategic direction.

You will oversee all core functions, drive profitability, and champion product innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer experience across markets.

Qualifications

• Executive-level P&L leadership of a technical products business.
• Proven success in scaling operations and driving profitability.
• Strong cross-functional leadership across tech, commercial, marketing and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a bold, long‑term growth strategy.
• Drive commercial performance across UK and European markets.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing executive leadership team.
• Manage financial planning, reporting, and governance.
• Champion innovation across product development and brand strategy.
• Represent the business externally with key partners, customers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Executive leadership

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Growth mindset

Job description

Smart Home / Smart Building - B2B2C

c. £230,000 per annum + LTIP + Bonus + Benefits

West Midlands

£60mpa designer of category-leading products, with strong brand equity and ambitious expansion plans, looking to appoint a visionary Managing Director to transform and lead them in the pursuit of greater market share and profitability.

This is a rare blank sheet opportunity to reimagine, restructure and grow a UK and European market leader.

About the Company

Backed by the resources of a £300mpa, fast-growing international technology group, our client specialises in the design and supply of high-quality professional and consumer products and technical support services, recognised thought leaders in their category.

With a long-standing reputation for product excellence, they have invested heavily in product innovation, and market development.

The Role

The CEO will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic direction of the business, leading all core functions including technical, commercial, marketing, finance, and supply chain. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring both strategic vision and operational rigour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of a bold, long‑term growth strategy
• Drive commercial performance across UK and European markets
• Build and mentor a high‑performing executive leadership team
• Manage financial planning, reporting, and governance
• Champion innovation across product development and brand strategy
• Represent the business externally with key partners, customers, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory standards

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a commercially astute, strategically minded leader with a strong track record of growing a technical products business. You will be entrepreneurial, results‑driven, and capable of leading a business through rapid growth and transformation.

Essential Experience:

• Executive-level P&L leadership of a technical products business.
• Proven success in scaling operations and driving profitability
• Strong operational understanding, especially in technical, commercial, marketing and supply chain
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for innovation, sustainability, and customer experience

What's on Offer

• A pivotal leadership role in a thriving, purpose-driven organisation
• Competitive executive compensation package with performance incentives
• Supportive board and entrepreneurial culture
• Access to cutting-edge design and innovation capabilities