National Hire Leader UK: Growth & Operations

Interaction Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide equipment hire division is seeking a National Hire Manager to drive operational excellence and strategic growth across multiple sites in the UK. Your role will involve leading a team, managing the P&L of the Hire Division, and ensuring high standards in customer service and process compliance. Ideal candidates will possess leadership experience, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for developing teams. This opportunity promises competitive pay, a commitment to personal development, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days holiday + 8 statutory days

Statutory pension

Commitment to personal development

Bi-annual company socials

Weekly group fitness sessions

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within hire, rental, or equipment-led operations.
• Strong commercial skills with budgeting and margin optimisation.
• Ability to lead multi-site or remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Hire Controllers.
• Oversee hire processes and ensure compliance.
• Own and manage the Hire Division P&L.
• Develop relationships with key accounts.
• Shape a long-term hire strategy.

Skills

Leadership in hire operations

Commercial skills with P&L management

Excellent communication

Analytical mindset

Customer service capability

Tools

Hire management systems

Job description

A nationwide equipment hire division is seeking a National Hire Manager to drive operational excellence and strategic growth across multiple sites in the UK. Your role will involve leading a team, managing the P&L of the Hire Division, and ensuring high standards in customer service and process compliance. Ideal candidates will possess leadership experience, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for developing teams. This opportunity promises competitive pay, a commitment to personal development, and various employee benefits.