General Manager

ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities services is seeking a Recruitment Delivery Team Leader in Northampton. This role involves overseeing high-profile contracts and ensuring top-tier service delivery while leading a motivated team. You will play a critical role in shaping operations and client relationships.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced family leave policies

Access to a healthcare cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on retail and leisure services

Company pension scheme

Recognition awards

Volunteering days

Mental health resources

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior leadership role within grounds maintenance or related field.
• Strong knowledge of multi-site contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operational management across multiple sites.
• Ensure service delivery standards and client satisfaction.
• Monitor financial performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Operational Management

Financial Performance Monitoring

Compliance Knowledge

Tools

IT Systems for Financial Reporting

Job description

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Recruitment Delivery Team Leader - Talent Solutions UK

Salary - £50k -£60k per annum, plus car allowance or company vehicle and a performance-related bonus scheme

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Are you a proven leader with experience in managing operational teams and contracts within grounds maintenance or related sectors? This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic General Manager to oversee the successful delivery of high-profile landscaping contracts across Northampton and surrounding areas.

In this role, you will lead a large, multi-site operation, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, client satisfaction, team leadership, and commercial performance. You’ll report directly to the Operations Director and play a key role in shaping the growth and success of the contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day operational management across multiple sites
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact
• Lead and develop a motivated, high-performing team
• Monitor financial performance, including budget setting, forecasting, and reporting
• Ensure robust compliance with health & safety legislation and internal policies
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance service quality and efficiency

Key Requirements

• Experience in a senior leadership role within grounds maintenance, landscaping, construction, facilities management, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of multi-site contract management and operational delivery
• Proficiency in IT systems, especially for financial and performance reporting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative leadership style
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• A leadership role with strategic impact and scope for development
• Car allowance or company car
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Access to a healthcare cash plan (optional)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on a range of retail, leisure, and travel services
• Support for financial wellbeing
• Company pension scheme
• Recognition awards and employee appreciation schemes
• Volunteering days to support community initiatives
• Access to mental health resources and wellbeing support

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a respected contract operation, support public realm excellence, and make a meaningful contribution to communities and green spaces.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Project Management, and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Facilities Services and Strategic Management Services

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