General Manager, UK

Dandy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandy is seeking a Country Manager to lead the establishment of its UK operations. This role involves developing market strategies, managing business plans, and building relationships with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant management experience and a strong understanding of the UK market dynamics.

Benefits

Healthcare

Dental support

Mental health support

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive management experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with autonomy.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute a comprehensive market entry strategy.
• Develop and manage the UK business plan.
• Establish key business relationships in the UK market.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Business Development

Job description

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $200B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic Country Manager to lead the establishment and growth of our new entity in the UK. This role will be responsible for building Dandy UK from the ground up! The GM will deliver localized market analysis, set up our operations in the UK, and develop the business strategy to ensure successful market entry and sustainable growth.

What You’ll Do

• Build and execute a comprehensive market entry strategy for Dandy UK
• Develop and maintain initial customer base
• Develop and manage the UK business plan, including budget, revenue targets, and operational KPIs
• Create and implement localized marketing and sales strategies
• Report on market performance and opportunities to global leadership
• Establish key business relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders in the the UK market
• Represent the company to UK government officials, industry associations, and business networks
• Ensure compliance with all UK federal and provincial regulations - in partnership with Legal
• Ad hoc responsibilities as needed to stand up Dandy UK
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive management experience
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously
• Resilient and adaptable in navigating ambiguity and change
• Results-oriented with high accountability
• Proven track record of successfully launching or scaling operations
• Ability to develop a deep understanding of Dandy’s business and operations end-to-end
• Understanding of the UK business environment, market dynamics, and regulatory landscape
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving abilities
• Experience in business development, sales leadership, and P&L management
  
  

Bonus Points For

• Strong network of business contacts in the UK
  
  

Location

• Based in London, with regular travel throughout the UK and occasionally to other Dandy sites
  
  

For full-time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.

Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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