General Manager

AeroProfessional Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee UK operations. The role requires a strong background in the aviation aftermarket, ideally with over 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing the subsidiary's strategic and commercial performance. This position offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary and benefits, including private healthcare and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Monthly car allowance

Enhanced UK employer’s pension contribution

Performance bonus

Generous annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial or operational role in the aviation aftermarket, preferably in spare parts trading.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills and business acumen.
• Minimum 5 years experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK team of Hawk Aviation.
• Manage complex operations and strategic performance.
• Ensure accountability and drive business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of aviation aftermarket

Interpersonal skills

Business development

Tools

Quantum

ERP

CRM

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for aviation and a proven track record of managing complex operations? Our Client, Hawk Aviation was established in 1988 and is a global leader in the supply of aftermarket aircraft spare parts. Hawk Aviation provides 24/7 support to airlines, MROs, and traders worldwide through the sale, repair, exchange, and loan of new, overhauled, and serviceable components for commercial (passenger and cargo), regional, and commuter aircraft. Hawk Aviation’s expertise spans aircraft disassembly, surplus acquisitions, consignment programs, and strategic inventory management, with a focus on highly demanded components across a wide fleet coverage. We are seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead Hawk Aviation’s UK team. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of the subsidiary’s commercial, operational, and strategic performance. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technically-oriented environment and has deep knowledge of the aviation aftermarket. On offer is a permanent contract with a highly competitive salary package.

Benefits

• Private healthcare
• Monthly car allowance
• Enhanced UK employer’s pension contribution
• Performance bonus
• Generous annual leave entitlement

Role Requirements

• Right to live and work in the UK
• Ideally should be within 1 hour’s commute of LHR
• Deep understanding of aircraft components, ATA chapters, and industry logistics eg Quantum, ERP, CRM
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a senior commercial or operational role in the aviation aftermarket, preferably in spare parts trading
• Experience managing teams
• P&L understanding
• Proven business understanding & experience required
• Aftermarket experience
• Requires accountability, strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, and business development experience

Application Process

1. CV and document submission to AeroProfessional
2. Telephone interview by AeroProfessional
3. MS Teams interview
4. MS Teams interview with management
5. Face to face interview