General Manager

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

Job summary

A prominent aviation company is seeking a General Manager to lead its UK team. This hands-on leadership role requires a deep understanding of the aviation aftermarket and proven management experience. Responsibilities include overseeing operational and strategic performance, with a focus on business development. The position offers a permanent contract and a competitive salary package, including benefits such as healthcare and a performance bonus.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Monthly car allowance

Enhanced pension contribution

Performance bonus

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a senior commercial or operational role in the aviation aftermarket.
• Experience managing teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of aircraft components and industry logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UK team for Hawk Aviation.
• Take ownership of operational and strategic performance.
• Drive business development and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Business Acumen

Interpersonal Skills

P&L Understanding

Aviation Aftermarket Knowledge

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 Package:

• 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 e.g. 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