Director of Aviation

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Greater London; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Online GP services

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

JMC Aviation is recruiting a Director of Aviation to lead a nationally significant portfolio of airport-based services in London. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will drive regulatory excellence, operational readiness and commercial performance while overseeing major contracts and client relationships.

The role requires executive leadership within aviation security, a strong track record of managing dispersed teams, and deep knowledge of statutory obligations and assurance frameworks in

Qualifications

• Executive-level experience in aviation security or similarly governed airport environments.
• Experience directing sizeable dispersed teams responsible for daily delivery.
• Strong understanding of statutory obligations, control frameworks and assurance in the sector.
• Track record of driving measurable improvements during major transition/modernisation.

Responsibilities

• Set direction for a geographically dispersed portfolio of airport-based services.
• Strengthen operational readiness, service standards and protective controls.
• Develop leadership pipeline and raise capability across the workforce.
• Act as senior partner to customers, aviation authorities and external parties.
• Oversee launch, transfer and redesign of major contracts and services.
• Contribute to revenue growth by shaping proposals and deepening customer partnerships.

Skills

Executive leadership

Aviation security

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Financial acumen

Job description

About The Role

A leading aviation services organisation is seeking an accomplished Director of Aviation to join its SLT. Reporting directly into the Managing Director, you will lead a nationally significant portfolio of regulated aviation security operations, delivering operational and regulatory excellence/compliance and ensuring full confidence in the company's client base whilst driving commercial performance. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of a major UK aviation operation within a long-term, people-focused organisation.

The Role

• Set the direction for a geographically dispersed portfolio of airport-based services.
• Strengthen operational readiness, service standards and protective controls.
• Create a strong management pipeline and raise capability across the wider workforce.
• Act as a senior partner to customers, aviation authorities and other key external parties.
• Oversee the successful launch, transfer and redesign of significant contracts and services.
• Contribute to revenue expansion by shaping compelling proposals and deepening customer partnerships.

Essential Skills And Experience

• Executive-level experience gained in aviation security or another tightly governed airport environment.
• Evidence of directing sizeable, dispersed teams responsible for essential day-to-day delivery.
• A comprehensive understanding of statutory obligations, control frameworks and assurance within the sector.
• A history of achieving measurable improvement while steering demanding transition and modernisation initiatives.
• Sound financial and contractual acumen, complemented by sophisticated relationship-management skills.
• An engaging and approachable presence, with clear evidence of building leadership strength at every level.
• Current AvSec Level 3 accreditation, or readiness to secure and retain it after joining.

JMC Aviation Verified

London, Greater London, England

Director of Aviation

Location: London, with UK travel

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Hours: 9am - 5.30pm

Offer

A competitive executive package is offered, including generous annual leave allocation, employer pension contributions, life assurance, wellbeing support, online GP services and a broad range of lifestyle benefits.

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles - contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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