Head of Manufacturing Execution & Laboratory Information Application Operations

The Academy; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education technology company is looking for an experienced Expansion Manager to establish its presence in the UK. The role focuses on developing strategies, managing team performance, and driving growth initiatives. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years in leadership roles and strong knowledge of the UK market. This position offers remote working arrangements and a friendly work environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Unlimited access to platform's courses

Attractive Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles in high-growth environments.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Deep understanding of the UK market and its dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the UK team according to company vision.
• Manage team performance and align decisions with objectives.
• Oversee operations and ensure efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Market analysis

Job description

Overview

As ADI continues its international growth, we are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Expansion Manager to lead and build our presence in the UK market. This is not about managing an established team, but about creating and owning the expansion strategy from the ground up, working closely with the Sales and Marketing team to identify opportunities and drive real business impact. The ideal candidate will operate with a founder-like mindset, taking full ownership of growth and performance in the region.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the UK team, creating a strong operational and cultural foundation in line with ADI's global vision.
• Manage team performance, including hiring and training, always aligning decisions with company culture and objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that processes run efficiently and that team goals align with broader company objectives.
• Continuously review and improve operational processes, ensuring they remain aligned with the fast-paced evolution of a growing company.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies that unlock growth in the UK.
• Define and implement KPIs to align with global goals and track progress during the expansion.
• Conduct business analytics tasks and support the solution design process.
• Take full ownership of local execution, including project planning, implementation, and adaptation to market dynamics.
• Proactively identify risks and issues in ongoing projects and processes.
• Identify and act on business opportunities that can drive growth and position ADI strongly within the UK market.
• Act as a bridge between UK operations and global leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles, ideally in high-growth environments or in launching new markets, preferably within the Edtech, tech, or digital sectors.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Strategic thinker with a business mindset and the ability to execute hands-on.
• Deep understanding of the UK market, with a strong network and knowledge of how to position digital products and services.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate teams, handle conflict, and drive organizational change.
• Experience working remotely with off-shore teams is preferred.
• Proven track record in market expansion, team building, and business development.
• Familiarity with sales and marketing processes, as well as operational frameworks.
• Experience in setting KPIs and optimizing team performance.
• Confident decision-maker with strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to conduct basic financial analysis.
• Operate with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) is a plus.

Benefits

• Friendly working environment
• Remote role
• Work self-reliantly
• Unlimited access to our platform's courses (and discounts for family members)
• Attractive Referral Program
• Paid Time Off

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