Regional Manager

Ainsworth Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ainsworth Recruitment are seeking a Regional Manager to lead operations and support growth across a defined area. Based in Maidstone, you will manage regional performance, build strong client relationships, and guide a diverse workforce to deliver high-quality services.

You will shape local strategy, strengthen partnerships, and maintain service standards while working at pace in a target-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, business development or regional management.
• Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building abilities.
• Healthcare/education sector or recruitment background.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Proficient with digital systems and performance-tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with clients across the region.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and reconnect with previous clients.
• Serve as senior escalation point for service-related issues.
• Support workforce engagement, utilization, and retention.
• Monitor and improve performance against regional metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Represent the organisation with high standards and continuous improvement.

Skills

Sales/BD/Regional mgmt

Job description

A well‑established organisation is seeking a Regional Manager to lead operations and support growth across a defined area. This role suits someone who enjoys working at pace, builds strong professional relationships, and is motivated by delivering reliable, high‑quality services.

You will take responsibility for regional performance, ensuring clients receive consistent support while guiding and engaging a diverse workforce. The position involves shaping local strategy, strengthening partnerships, and maintaining high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients across the region
• Identify opportunities to expand services and reconnect with previous clients
• Serve as the senior escalation point for service‑related issues
• Support workforce engagement, utilisation, and retention to maintain dependable coverage
• Monitor and improve performance against key regional metrics
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure smooth, efficient service delivery
• Represent the organisation professionally, promoting high standards and continuous improvement

About You

• Experience in sales, business development, regional management, account management, or a similar operational role
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to build trusted relationships
• Background in the healthcare/education sector and/or recruitment industry
• Comfortable working in a fast‑moving, target‑driven environment
• Confident using digital systems and performance‑tracking tools
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills