BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
Key Accounts Director Location: Home-based with UK travel Salary: Package of £100k+ (including base salary, commission, and car allowance) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You Mercia Group (part of Wilmington plc) are looking for someone who knows how to build strong, lasting commercial relationships - and how to turn those relationships into meaningful, long term revenue. You'll likely come from an accountancy or professional services background, or have significant experience selling into regulated sectors such as legal services, education or financial services. Either way, you're experienced in handling complex conversations and applying sound commercial judgement in environments where credibility matters. You take a considered, consultative approach to sales. You invest time in understanding your clients, use insight to surface real challenges, and shape tailored, value-led propositions in response. This is predominantly a key account role, with most of your focus on managing, retaining and growing existing relationships, alongside a meaningful expectation to actively identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities. We re looking for someone who can demonstrate success in both growing existing accounts and consistently winning new business, with a strong focus on building a sustainable pipeline. If you're looking to take ownership of a high-value client portfolio and play a strategic role in Mercia s continued growth - combining account management excellence with proven new business capability - we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington Plc s career site. At Wilmington Plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! Main Purpose of the Role: In this role, you ll take ownership of a portfolio of Mercia s largest and most strategically important clients and partners. This includes leading accountancy firms, heads of groups and networks, as well as key industry partners such as software providers, training organisations and professional education bodies. You ll be responsible for maintaining and growing these relationships, taking a proactive approach to account management, spotting opportunities for expansion and ensuring long term client retention. You ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, alongside colleagues in sales and marketing, to support existing partnerships and develop new ones that align with Mercia s wider growth plans. Staying close to clients businesses, you'll provide insights, anticipate needs, and remain informed about changes in the accountancy industry to understand their impact on your portfolio. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Drive the growth and retention of revenue across your portfolio. • Develop and leverage commercial and strategic partnerships to contribute to Mercia's wider growth strategy. • Work closely with a designated Client Success Manager to ensure world-class service for strategic clients and partners. • Build and maintain strategic B2B partnerships; demonstrate solution-selling expertise in regulated industries (accountancy, legal services, or education). • Manage your time and workload efficiently to meet activity targets. • Line manage and support a small team of Key Account Managers. • Prioritise activity across your portfolio to maximise the potential and long-term value of each account. • Negotiate commercially with clients, partners, and procurement teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, consulting legal teams as necessary. • Build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities that grows year on year. • Collaborate with the product division on new solutions, pricing, and go-to-market materials. • Support the wider sales team in commercial negotiations, proposals, and client contracting. • Accurately capture and record client and partner interactions in Salesforce and other systems. • Convert proposals into successful deals and track performance metrics (conversion rates, pipeline growth, revenue retention/win). • Log client feedback, requests, and insights with the Product Department. What s the Best Thing About This Role You will be at the heart of Mercia s strategic growth, shaping partnerships with some of the biggest names in the accountancy profession while leading a small team and influencing the wider sales strategy. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role Managing a high-value portfolio with multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations requires commercial agility, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to balance long-term strategy with day-to-day operational demands. What We re Looking For To be successful in this role, you must: • Proven experience selling solutions within a regulated environment, such as accountancy, professional education or training. • Demonstrable experience managing a portfolio of high value key accounts - typically up to 30 clients - with a clear focus on retention, growth and long term value. • Experience operating at senior leadership level, with the confidence to engage credibly with SLT, board level stakeholders and executive decision makers, both internally and externally. • Previous experience in line managing and coaching a Key Accounts or senior sales team. • A strong understanding of how to stay close to the commercial realities of the business, spotting opportunities for strategic partnerships and longer term growth. • A positive, thoughtful and disciplined approach to sales, focused on understanding client needs and solving problems rather than transactional selling. • A collaborative mindset and a willingness to share insight, best practice and experience with colleagues across the sales function. • Flexibility to travel across the UK to meet clients and partners, with occasional travel further afield, and the ability to attend regular internal meetings in Leicester and London. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Previous sales experience in the accountancy industry. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Mercia Group, part of Wilmington plc, a leading provider of information, education, and networking services. At Mercia, we support accountancy firms across the UK with high-quality training, content, and resources. By joining our team, you ll be part of a forward-thinking business that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
May 04, 2026
Full time
Key Accounts Director Location: Home-based with UK travel Salary: Package of £100k+ (including base salary, commission, and car allowance) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You Mercia Group (part of Wilmington plc) are looking for someone who knows how to build strong, lasting commercial relationships - and how to turn those relationships into meaningful, long term revenue. You'll likely come from an accountancy or professional services background, or have significant experience selling into regulated sectors such as legal services, education or financial services. Either way, you're experienced in handling complex conversations and applying sound commercial judgement in environments where credibility matters. You take a considered, consultative approach to sales. You invest time in understanding your clients, use insight to surface real challenges, and shape tailored, value-led propositions in response. This is predominantly a key account role, with most of your focus on managing, retaining and growing existing relationships, alongside a meaningful expectation to actively identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities. We re looking for someone who can demonstrate success in both growing existing accounts and consistently winning new business, with a strong focus on building a sustainable pipeline. If you're looking to take ownership of a high-value client portfolio and play a strategic role in Mercia s continued growth - combining account management excellence with proven new business capability - we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington Plc s career site. At Wilmington Plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! Main Purpose of the Role: In this role, you ll take ownership of a portfolio of Mercia s largest and most strategically important clients and partners. This includes leading accountancy firms, heads of groups and networks, as well as key industry partners such as software providers, training organisations and professional education bodies. You ll be responsible for maintaining and growing these relationships, taking a proactive approach to account management, spotting opportunities for expansion and ensuring long term client retention. You ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, alongside colleagues in sales and marketing, to support existing partnerships and develop new ones that align with Mercia s wider growth plans. Staying close to clients businesses, you'll provide insights, anticipate needs, and remain informed about changes in the accountancy industry to understand their impact on your portfolio. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Drive the growth and retention of revenue across your portfolio. • Develop and leverage commercial and strategic partnerships to contribute to Mercia's wider growth strategy. • Work closely with a designated Client Success Manager to ensure world-class service for strategic clients and partners. • Build and maintain strategic B2B partnerships; demonstrate solution-selling expertise in regulated industries (accountancy, legal services, or education). • Manage your time and workload efficiently to meet activity targets. • Line manage and support a small team of Key Account Managers. • Prioritise activity across your portfolio to maximise the potential and long-term value of each account. • Negotiate commercially with clients, partners, and procurement teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, consulting legal teams as necessary. • Build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities that grows year on year. • Collaborate with the product division on new solutions, pricing, and go-to-market materials. • Support the wider sales team in commercial negotiations, proposals, and client contracting. • Accurately capture and record client and partner interactions in Salesforce and other systems. • Convert proposals into successful deals and track performance metrics (conversion rates, pipeline growth, revenue retention/win). • Log client feedback, requests, and insights with the Product Department. What s the Best Thing About This Role You will be at the heart of Mercia s strategic growth, shaping partnerships with some of the biggest names in the accountancy profession while leading a small team and influencing the wider sales strategy. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role Managing a high-value portfolio with multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations requires commercial agility, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to balance long-term strategy with day-to-day operational demands. What We re Looking For To be successful in this role, you must: • Proven experience selling solutions within a regulated environment, such as accountancy, professional education or training. • Demonstrable experience managing a portfolio of high value key accounts - typically up to 30 clients - with a clear focus on retention, growth and long term value. • Experience operating at senior leadership level, with the confidence to engage credibly with SLT, board level stakeholders and executive decision makers, both internally and externally. • Previous experience in line managing and coaching a Key Accounts or senior sales team. • A strong understanding of how to stay close to the commercial realities of the business, spotting opportunities for strategic partnerships and longer term growth. • A positive, thoughtful and disciplined approach to sales, focused on understanding client needs and solving problems rather than transactional selling. • A collaborative mindset and a willingness to share insight, best practice and experience with colleagues across the sales function. • Flexibility to travel across the UK to meet clients and partners, with occasional travel further afield, and the ability to attend regular internal meetings in Leicester and London. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Previous sales experience in the accountancy industry. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Mercia Group, part of Wilmington plc, a leading provider of information, education, and networking services. At Mercia, we support accountancy firms across the UK with high-quality training, content, and resources. By joining our team, you ll be part of a forward-thinking business that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
Business Development Manager Division: Invoice Finance Location: Bristol Salary: £50k - £75k DOE About the Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established and growing financial services organisation in their search for a Business Development Manager to join their Invoice Finance division. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic lender that provides a broad range of funding solutions to UK businesses, supporting their growth through flexible and innovative finance options. With a strong presence across the UK and a reputation for delivering high-quality service, the business continues to expand its portfolio and market reach. Role Overview As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in driving new business growth within the Invoice Finance division. You will be responsible for originating, structuring, and delivering new facilities, contributing directly to revenue generation and portfolio expansion. Managing your own regional pipeline, you will build and maintain strong relationships with introducers and professional contacts, converting opportunities through to completion. This role requires a proactive and commercially focused individual who can balance sales performance with effective deal structuring and risk awareness. This is a predominantly field-based role, involving regular client and introducer meetings, networking, and collaboration with internal teams, alongside some home working. Key Responsibilities Originate, structure, and deliver Invoice Finance facilities within agreed parameters. Build and maintain strong introducer relationships to generate new business opportunities. Manage a high-quality pipeline, progressing deals from initial contact through to completion. Prepare and present proposals, working closely with Credit, Risk, and Operations teams. Lead commercial negotiations to achieve profitable and sustainable outcomes. Maintain accurate CRM reporting and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new clients. Develop long-term client and introducer relationships, representing the business at industry events. Achieve agreed targets and collaborate with internal teams to maximise client opportunities. Candidate Profile We are looking for a commercially driven and results-oriented individual with a strong background in business development within financial services. You will be confident managing a full sales cycle, from origination through to completion, and experienced in building and leveraging introducer networks. You will demonstrate strong financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to structure deals effectively while managing risk. Strong communication skills, resilience, and a proactive mindset are essential. Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience in a Business Development Manager (or similar) role within financial services Strong track record of generating and converting new business Experience developing and managing introducer networks Good understanding of financial statements and credit principles Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills Self-motivated, target-driven, and resilient Experience within Invoice Finance or working capital solutions Established introducer network within the region Understanding of SME funding markets Experience working in a multi-product or cross-functional environment
May 04, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Division: Invoice Finance Location: Bristol Salary: £50k - £75k DOE About the Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established and growing financial services organisation in their search for a Business Development Manager to join their Invoice Finance division. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic lender that provides a broad range of funding solutions to UK businesses, supporting their growth through flexible and innovative finance options. With a strong presence across the UK and a reputation for delivering high-quality service, the business continues to expand its portfolio and market reach. Role Overview As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in driving new business growth within the Invoice Finance division. You will be responsible for originating, structuring, and delivering new facilities, contributing directly to revenue generation and portfolio expansion. Managing your own regional pipeline, you will build and maintain strong relationships with introducers and professional contacts, converting opportunities through to completion. This role requires a proactive and commercially focused individual who can balance sales performance with effective deal structuring and risk awareness. This is a predominantly field-based role, involving regular client and introducer meetings, networking, and collaboration with internal teams, alongside some home working. Key Responsibilities Originate, structure, and deliver Invoice Finance facilities within agreed parameters. Build and maintain strong introducer relationships to generate new business opportunities. Manage a high-quality pipeline, progressing deals from initial contact through to completion. Prepare and present proposals, working closely with Credit, Risk, and Operations teams. Lead commercial negotiations to achieve profitable and sustainable outcomes. Maintain accurate CRM reporting and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new clients. Develop long-term client and introducer relationships, representing the business at industry events. Achieve agreed targets and collaborate with internal teams to maximise client opportunities. Candidate Profile We are looking for a commercially driven and results-oriented individual with a strong background in business development within financial services. You will be confident managing a full sales cycle, from origination through to completion, and experienced in building and leveraging introducer networks. You will demonstrate strong financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to structure deals effectively while managing risk. Strong communication skills, resilience, and a proactive mindset are essential. Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience in a Business Development Manager (or similar) role within financial services Strong track record of generating and converting new business Experience developing and managing introducer networks Good understanding of financial statements and credit principles Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills Self-motivated, target-driven, and resilient Experience within Invoice Finance or working capital solutions Established introducer network within the region Understanding of SME funding markets Experience working in a multi-product or cross-functional environment
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every restaurant, you'll find talented Assistant Managers who work with the General Manager and share the responsibility for the success of the restaurant's results. This includes; leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our Assistant Managers are there to demonstrate leadership, coaching and direction, along with bringing our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable bonus scheme worth up to 15% of annual salary An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonuses Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual Assistant Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Our people - Shift Managers and Crew. Leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and on the dining area Supporting the General Manager in the delivery of perfect burgers & fries, store results and providing a above & beyond experience for your team and customers Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while leading with our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their Five Guys experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way You will ensure that each shift runs as smoothly as possible and that our values form part of your shift management, thinking about long-term plans Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Always leading with our values Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: Ideally, you have at least 1-2 years of management experience in a similar role within a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You know what it takes to run a busy shift and keep the energy high. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Responsibility: You have experience assisting with P&L management, controlling labour costs, and managing inventory/waste to hit profitability targets. Leadership Skills: You have a proven track record of leading, coaching, and motivating a team. You don't just manage; you develop people and identify future talent. Operational Excellence: You have a solid understanding of Food Safety standards, Health & Safety regulations, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings. Flexibility: You are available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us. Your next step would be a Deputy General Manager or General Manager - leading to a future as an Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career!
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every restaurant, you'll find talented Assistant Managers who work with the General Manager and share the responsibility for the success of the restaurant's results. This includes; leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our Assistant Managers are there to demonstrate leadership, coaching and direction, along with bringing our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable bonus scheme worth up to 15% of annual salary An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonuses Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual Assistant Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Our people - Shift Managers and Crew. Leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and on the dining area Supporting the General Manager in the delivery of perfect burgers & fries, store results and providing a above & beyond experience for your team and customers Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while leading with our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their Five Guys experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way You will ensure that each shift runs as smoothly as possible and that our values form part of your shift management, thinking about long-term plans Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Always leading with our values Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: Ideally, you have at least 1-2 years of management experience in a similar role within a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You know what it takes to run a busy shift and keep the energy high. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Responsibility: You have experience assisting with P&L management, controlling labour costs, and managing inventory/waste to hit profitability targets. Leadership Skills: You have a proven track record of leading, coaching, and motivating a team. You don't just manage; you develop people and identify future talent. Operational Excellence: You have a solid understanding of Food Safety standards, Health & Safety regulations, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings. Flexibility: You are available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us. Your next step would be a Deputy General Manager or General Manager - leading to a future as an Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career!
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every restaurant, you'll find talented Assistant Managers who work with the General Manager and share the responsibility for the success of the restaurant's results. This includes; leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our Assistant Managers are there to demonstrate leadership, coaching and direction, along with bringing our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable bonus scheme worth up to 15% of annual salary An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonuses Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual Assistant Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Our people - Shift Managers and Crew. Leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and on the dining area Supporting the General Manager in the delivery of perfect burgers & fries, store results and providing a above & beyond experience for your team and customers Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while leading with our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their Five Guys experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way You will ensure that each shift runs as smoothly as possible and that our values form part of your shift management, thinking about long-term plans Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Always leading with our values Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: Ideally, you have at least 1-2 years of management experience in a similar role within a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You know what it takes to run a busy shift and keep the energy high. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Responsibility: You have experience assisting with P&L management, controlling labour costs, and managing inventory/waste to hit profitability targets. Leadership Skills: You have a proven track record of leading, coaching, and motivating a team. You don't just manage; you develop people and identify future talent. Operational Excellence: You have a solid understanding of Food Safety standards, Health & Safety regulations, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings. Flexibility: You are available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us. Your next step would be a Deputy General Manager or General Manager - leading to a future as an Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career!
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every restaurant, you'll find talented Assistant Managers who work with the General Manager and share the responsibility for the success of the restaurant's results. This includes; leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our Assistant Managers are there to demonstrate leadership, coaching and direction, along with bringing our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable bonus scheme worth up to 15% of annual salary An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonuses Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual Assistant Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Our people - Shift Managers and Crew. Leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and on the dining area Supporting the General Manager in the delivery of perfect burgers & fries, store results and providing a above & beyond experience for your team and customers Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while leading with our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their Five Guys experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way You will ensure that each shift runs as smoothly as possible and that our values form part of your shift management, thinking about long-term plans Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Always leading with our values Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: Ideally, you have at least 1-2 years of management experience in a similar role within a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You know what it takes to run a busy shift and keep the energy high. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Responsibility: You have experience assisting with P&L management, controlling labour costs, and managing inventory/waste to hit profitability targets. Leadership Skills: You have a proven track record of leading, coaching, and motivating a team. You don't just manage; you develop people and identify future talent. Operational Excellence: You have a solid understanding of Food Safety standards, Health & Safety regulations, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings. Flexibility: You are available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us. Your next step would be a Deputy General Manager or General Manager - leading to a future as an Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career!
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Colden Common, Hampshire
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on people leader, and are genuinely open in terms of your background! We have been supplying complete systems and component parts to dealers and installers across the UK for over 3 decades. Based in the home counties, you will thrive on developing relationships with customers but also improving and mentoring your staff. BASIC SALARY: £80,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car or Car Allowance Pension Private Healthcare including Dental and Optical Life assurance 25 days holiday LOCATION: An office-based leadership role. With occasional international travel, you could be based anywhere within 75 minutes of our office in Berkshire. As the head of the UK business, you will report directly to the Group. You will be taking on a stable, profitable business with established team members and plenty of industry experience. You'll be heavily involved in the next phase of growth in a mature UK market and will have the benefit of a strong handover from the current General Manager. JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water As our General Manager, you will lead and develop the UK team to achieve realistic revenue and profit targets set by the wider group. This will also be a business generation and customer facing role, so you will want to keep that customer engagement and enjoy the sales cycle. You will have the autonomy to set sales objectives and strategies and help motivate the sales team how you see fit. In addition to this you will: Oversee all leadership elements for the business (Full P&L circa £10m t/o) including, Coaching & Motivating. Working with and developing the team of direct reports as well as overseeing the development of all indirect reports. There is a good mix of experience levels and longevity in our business, however, they do need challenging, mentoring, and supporting. Carry out regular market analysis to ensure we are aware of our competition and economic indicators that may impact our business. Help us drive into new market focus areas and ensure we maximise growth opportunities. Demonstrate operational excellence manage inventory, logistics and assembly teams PERSON SPECIFICATION: General Manager - Water Softeners, Water Treatment, Water Ultimately, as our General Manager, you'll be a commercially minded business leader (lead-by-example), someone who can clearly demonstrate how you have developed and grown sales in an SME environment, but also how you have influenced and progressed individuals. You will be an expert in client management and in using your position to network senior industry professionals to generate new business. You will ideally have: Have varied industry exposure with a keen focus on a technical product/service/solution. The person is more important than the experience so the aptitude and interest to learn will trump the industry specificity. You'll have the gravitas and presence to drive a sales strategy where you are the face of the business. Experience managing a multi-million-pound P&L Genuine enthusiasm for the SME environment, this is a role that requires a hands-on candidate who enjoys the "many hats" elements of SME business. THE GROUP: As part of an international group, we are active in a variety of industry and have more than 50 entities across 15 countries. We operate globally but are locally anchored. Each company has its own identity but is part of that bigger picture. We owe our success to a heightened level of cooperation with our customers, our search for sustainable solutions and continuous improvement and the recruitment of talented employees. We value talent, clear communication, an open culture and above all authenticity: that is what makes us an attractive employer and partner. All applicants will be required to sign an NDA prior to progressing. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18464, Wallace Hind Selection
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are a UK specialist with over a century or experience in consumer goods, labelling and graphic arts adhesive products. Due to ongoing investment and continued growth, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key territory of the North of England and Scotland. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: Bonus Car Allowance Pension 20 Days Holiday + Christmas shut down and Bank Holidays Cash plan for Dental & Optical LOCATION: Home based - North England / Scotland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Glasgow, Sheffield or any where in between JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial As our Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of some existing accounts whilst also working on growing into new businesses across your territory (currently circa £1.5m turnover). Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Director, you'll play a pivotal role within the sales team, with the autonomy to help shape strategy, win new business, and drive measurable revenue growth. Key responsibilities include: Creating and executing a clear, commercially focused sales strategy Building and landing a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Developing and expanding relationships with key clients through strategic account management Monitoring market & industry trends as well as competitor activity to identify growth opportunities Delivering new customer wins and incremental revenue growth (circa 10% year on year) Collaborating closely with operational and technical teams to ensure propositions are both competitive and deliverable at scale. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager - Adhesives or General Industrial Ultimately, you will already be a proven salesperson with the ambition and drive to take your career further. While experience in adhesives would be advantageous, we are open to candidates from other technical consumable backgrounds with a keen focus on distribution or distributor exposure. What matters most is your ability to approach a market sector with true ownership, treating it as your own business and making decisions through a strong commercial lens. Our ideal candidate will have: A track record of managing your own agenda and developing a territory and customer base with autonomy and accountability Strong discovery, problem solving, and application based selling capabilities A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a constant focus on identifying the next opportunity Experience generating your own business - while leads will be available, success in this role depends on your ability to prospect and create opportunities independently Technical knowledge, experience of a solution based technical product sell will be very beneficial THE COMPANY: We are specialists in providing adhesive solutions across the UK and we are the premium partner for a household brand. We offer local technical support and guidance for end-of-line packaging including consumer goods, e-commerce, labelling and graphic arts sectors. Our dedicated team has many years of combined experience in the adhesives industry. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality advice and support for our customers' and their processes. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Technical Sales Engineer, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager - Abrasives, Adhesives, Resins, Coatings, Paints, Inks, Technical Consumables, Raw Materials, Distribution, Distributor, Glue, Fasteners, Fixings, PU, Foam. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MT18466, Wallace Hind Selection
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us
May 04, 2026
Full time
BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every store, there is a talented Five Guys General Manager who manages, controls and is accountable for the store's day-to-day operations and results. This includes: leading, inspiring and coaching the teams to ensure the restaurant delivers profitability, and optimises all sales opportunities while delivering an excellent level of customer service. Our General Managers are our brand ambassadors; they ensure we deliver an excellent level of customer service while demonstrating leadership, coaching and direction. They bring our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme AS A GENERAL MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR Our people - Being accountable and responsible for your entire store and people within, leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and in the dining area Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while role modelling our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity Developing and managing the team, while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries - jumping in and working on the line shoulder to shoulder with our Crew and Managers Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs Your store will need to run smoothly on the day-to-day operations and think about long-term planning. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline Responsible for managing any HR issues while also being able to reward and recognise when needed Demonstrate close attention to detail WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience: You have a minimum of 2+ years of General Management experience in a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You are a seasoned operator who knows how to run a business. Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews. Financial Expertise: You have full P&L ownership. You are an expert at driving top-line sales, managing complex budgets, and controlling costs (Labour/COGS) to maximise GP without compromising on quality. Strategic Leadership: You don't just manage a team; you build a culture. You have a history of developing managers, planning succession, and creating a strong talent pipeline. Operational Excellence: You set the standard. You have total command of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance, and maintaining 5-star hygiene ratings across the business. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us