General Manager, United Kingdom

Joby Aviation; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Joby Aviation seeks a General Manager for the UK to lead the launch and development of its air taxi service. This high-profile role involves managing the P&L, building local partnerships, and establishing the brand in the UK market. The position requires strong leadership and strategic execution skills in a fast-paced environment, along with a commitment to innovating mobility services.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of cross-functional leadership experience.
• 5+ years of management experience with increasing responsibility.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Implement a multi-year business strategy and maintain market awareness.
• Establish the Joby brand locally and build relationships with government entities.
• Provide regular business performance updates to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision-making

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

MBA or advanced degree in a relevant industry

Job description

Joby Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced leader and self-starter to join as the founding General Manager (GM) for the United Kingdom. As General Manager for the UK, you will report to the US-based President of Operations and have the unique opportunity to launch, develop, and own the P&L for one of the first air taxi services in the world. This full-time role is located in London, UK. 30% travel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Policy and Partnerships: In partnership with Joby’s government affairs team, identify, build, and maintain strong relationships with local government entities, municipalities, and strategic partners to build trust and credibility, thereby strengthening Joby’s position in the UK
• Drive Strategic Execution: Implement a vision and multi-year business strategy that balances execution across marketing, business development, product, operations, and back-office
• Maintain Market Awareness: stay apprised of local trends, infrastructure opportunities, consumer mobility preferences, etc., within the UK, and build action plans to exploit opportunities for Joby
• Collaborate with US Team: Work cross-functionally with Joby’s US-based headquarters functions to support global strategic initiatives and to launch a successful, safe, and compliant service in the UK
• Build the Business Foundation: Lay the foundation for the future UK market for Joby
• Establish the Joby Brand Locally: Gather market insights and work closely with Joby’s marketing, business development, and communications teams to build a highly recognizable brand within the UK
• Be the Local Face of Joby: Serve as the primary representative of Joby at UK events and with local press to drive awareness and early adoption
• Report to Joby Leadership: Provide regular updates on business performance and identify areas requiring support from the executive team and board of directors

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of cross-functional leadership experience
• 5+ years of management experience, with increasing levels of responsibility
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing large, high-performing teams within a fast-paced and dynamic tech environment
• An entrepreneurial mindset is suited for launching and scaling a new entity
• Excellent communicator who can inspire teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and represent the organization with external stakeholders
• Exceptional ability to build and execute on a growth strategy
• Extensive professional network within the UK and Europe, and proven ability to develop and maintain relationships
• Data-driven decision-maker with a proven ability to optimize operational performance
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal communication
• Able to travel up to 30% of the time, including to the United States
• Legally able to work in the United Kingdom, or have the ability to be sponsored for a work visa

Desired

• MBA or advanced degree in a relevant industry
• Strong policy exposure and knowledge of regulatory frameworks (CAA, EASA)
• Proven track record of P&L management
• Experience in the aviation or aerospace industry
• Previously launched and scaled a business or business unit
• Broad business experience in the UK and broader Eurozone