Managing Director

Go Ahead London; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Go-Ahead London, the largest bus operating company in London, seeks a visionary Managing Director to enhance urban mobility. This role involves driving business growth, leading a dedicated team, and shaping strategy within London's transport landscape. Join us to make a significant impact on passenger services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading large-scale consumer-facing businesses, ideally in public transport.
• Expertise in managing unionized environments and driving cultural change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic vision for long-term growth.
• Lead senior leadership team to maximize performance.
• Identify new business opportunities to drive revenue.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Job description

Who Are We

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for public transport? Do you thrive in a customer-focused environment where innovation and strategic thinking drive success? Go-Ahead London is seeking a dynamic Managing Director to lead the business to new heights.

About The Role

As the Managing Director, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the company’s strategy, driving business growth, and fostering key relationships within the transport industry and the local community. You will lead a team of senior executives and oversee a workforce of more than 7,500 colleagues, ensuring operational excellence and business effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision that ensures long-term success.
• Lead and inspire the senior leadership team to maximize performance.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, transport networks, and government bodies.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to shape industry-leading strategies.
• Represent Go-Ahead London at events and conferences, championing innovation in transport.
  
  

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• A strategic thinker with a strong commercial and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proven experience in leading a large-scale consumer-facing business, ideally within public services or transport.
• A leader with gravitas who inspires teams to excel.
• Expertise in managing unionised environments and driving cultural change.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
  
  

Why Join Us?

At Go-Ahead London, we are the largest Bus Operating Company in London, with a significant presence across the city. You will be at the forefront of shaping urban mobility in London, working closely with industry leaders and key transport authorities to enhance the future of passenger services.

If you’re ready to drive innovation, lead a high-performing team, and make a real impact on London’s transport network, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey with Go-Ahead London!

Please send applications to [e-mail]

Closing date: 30 th June 2025