LHH Recruitment Solutions
Preston, Lancashire
Group Chief Financial Officer Global Manufacturing Group UK About the Business This role sits within a private equity-backed group of industrial manufacturing businesses with operations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. The group generates approximately £120 million in annual revenue and comprises a number of established, profitable, and cash-generative trading entities. The Opportunity We are looking to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to work closely with the CEO, Board, and investors to support the continued development of the group. This is a hands-on role combining strategic input with day-to-day financial leadership across multiple international entities. The CFO will play a key role in improving reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting ongoing growth and operational improvements in a private equity environment. Key Responsibilities Provide financial support and challenge to the CEO, Board, and business unit leaders to help drive performance and improve profitability. Develop and maintain consistent monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the group, including preparation of consolidated accounts. Oversee cash flow, working capital, and liquidity, including foreign exchange exposure where relevant. Manage relationships with lenders and oversee borrowing facilities, including monitoring covenant compliance. Establish and improve financial controls, systems, and processes across the group to support accurate reporting and governance. Work closely with subsidiary finance teams and leadership to ensure alignment across international operations. Support delivery of value creation initiatives in line with private equity objectives. Required Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Proven senior finance experience within a manufacturing or industrial business. Experience working in a private equity-backed environment or with external investors. Track record of operating across multiple legal entities and international markets. Experience managing consolidated group reporting and driving improvements in financial processes and controls. Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a mid-sized, growing business.
Group Chief Financial Officer Global Manufacturing Group UK About the Business This role sits within a private equity-backed group of industrial manufacturing businesses with operations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. The group generates approximately £120 million in annual revenue and comprises a number of established, profitable, and cash-generative trading entities. The Opportunity We are looking to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to work closely with the CEO, Board, and investors to support the continued development of the group. This is a hands-on role combining strategic input with day-to-day financial leadership across multiple international entities. The CFO will play a key role in improving reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting ongoing growth and operational improvements in a private equity environment. Key Responsibilities Provide financial support and challenge to the CEO, Board, and business unit leaders to help drive performance and improve profitability. Develop and maintain consistent monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the group, including preparation of consolidated accounts. Oversee cash flow, working capital, and liquidity, including foreign exchange exposure where relevant. Manage relationships with lenders and oversee borrowing facilities, including monitoring covenant compliance. Establish and improve financial controls, systems, and processes across the group to support accurate reporting and governance. Work closely with subsidiary finance teams and leadership to ensure alignment across international operations. Support delivery of value creation initiatives in line with private equity objectives. Required Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Proven senior finance experience within a manufacturing or industrial business. Experience working in a private equity-backed environment or with external investors. Track record of operating across multiple legal entities and international markets. Experience managing consolidated group reporting and driving improvements in financial processes and controls. Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a mid-sized, growing business.
Kingsley Healthcare
Lowestoft, Suffolk
About the role This is a senior leadership position responsible for the operational performance, quality, and strategic development of Kingsley's East region portfolio. You will provide visible, hands-on leadership to a cluster of Homes across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, driving a culture of high-quality, person-centred care alongside strong commercial performance. Reporting directly to the Co-Chief Operating Officer, you will be a key member of the Group's operational leadership team, contributing to business-wide strategy while owning the day-to-day performance of your region. Reports to: Co-Chief Operating Officer Key duties and responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide strategic and operational oversight for all care homes and services within the East region Support, coach and develop the operations Managers to deliver outstanding care and meet regulatory requirements Conduct regular structured visits to homes, maintaining a visible and accessible leadership presence Lead the operational response to any quality or compliance concerns, working closely with the Group's Quality team Quality & Compliance Ensure all homes in the region maintain or achieve CQC ratings of Good or Outstanding Drive continuous improvement in care quality, resident experience and clinical outcomes Oversee preparation for CQC inspections and lead the response to regulatory findings Embed Kingsley's values and care standards across every home in the region Commercial Performance Take ownership of regional occupancy, revenue and EBITDA targets Work with Business Development and Sales teams to maintain strong referral pipelines and occupancy levels Manage regional budgets, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising care quality Support fee negotiations and local commissioner relationships People & Culture Support recruitment, retention and succession planning at Home Manager and operation manager level across the region Foster a positive, inclusive culture that supports staff wellbeing and reduces turnover Work with People team to manage complex employee relations matters at regional level Champion Kingsley's values and embed them throughout the regional workforce Skills and attributes Essential Proven senior operational leadership experience in the care home or wider healthcare sector Track record of managing multiple sites or services simultaneously Strong working knowledge of CQC standards and the regulatory environment for adult social care Demonstrated ability to drive quality improvement and manage underperformance Commercially astute, with experience owning P&L or budget accountability Outstanding people leadership skills a developer of talent, not just a performance manager Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Experience operating at regional director level or equivalent Registered Manager qualification or equivalent clinical/care leadership background Familiarity with the care market and local commissioning landscape Experience supporting new home openings or acquisitions What will you gain? Competitive salary commensurate with experience Company car or car allowance Performance-related bonus Private healthcare on qualifying 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme
About the role This is a senior leadership position responsible for the operational performance, quality, and strategic development of Kingsley's East region portfolio. You will provide visible, hands-on leadership to a cluster of Homes across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, driving a culture of high-quality, person-centred care alongside strong commercial performance. Reporting directly to the Co-Chief Operating Officer, you will be a key member of the Group's operational leadership team, contributing to business-wide strategy while owning the day-to-day performance of your region. Reports to: Co-Chief Operating Officer Key duties and responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide strategic and operational oversight for all care homes and services within the East region Support, coach and develop the operations Managers to deliver outstanding care and meet regulatory requirements Conduct regular structured visits to homes, maintaining a visible and accessible leadership presence Lead the operational response to any quality or compliance concerns, working closely with the Group's Quality team Quality & Compliance Ensure all homes in the region maintain or achieve CQC ratings of Good or Outstanding Drive continuous improvement in care quality, resident experience and clinical outcomes Oversee preparation for CQC inspections and lead the response to regulatory findings Embed Kingsley's values and care standards across every home in the region Commercial Performance Take ownership of regional occupancy, revenue and EBITDA targets Work with Business Development and Sales teams to maintain strong referral pipelines and occupancy levels Manage regional budgets, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising care quality Support fee negotiations and local commissioner relationships People & Culture Support recruitment, retention and succession planning at Home Manager and operation manager level across the region Foster a positive, inclusive culture that supports staff wellbeing and reduces turnover Work with People team to manage complex employee relations matters at regional level Champion Kingsley's values and embed them throughout the regional workforce Skills and attributes Essential Proven senior operational leadership experience in the care home or wider healthcare sector Track record of managing multiple sites or services simultaneously Strong working knowledge of CQC standards and the regulatory environment for adult social care Demonstrated ability to drive quality improvement and manage underperformance Commercially astute, with experience owning P&L or budget accountability Outstanding people leadership skills a developer of talent, not just a performance manager Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Experience operating at regional director level or equivalent Registered Manager qualification or equivalent clinical/care leadership background Familiarity with the care market and local commissioning landscape Experience supporting new home openings or acquisitions What will you gain? Competitive salary commensurate with experience Company car or car allowance Performance-related bonus Private healthcare on qualifying 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme
Redline Group Ltd
Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Location: Remote - USA or UK (International Travel Required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to join a global RF technology group operating across advanced antenna, microwave and RF engineering solutions for defence, aerospace, government and commercial communications markets. The organisation designs and manufactures high-performance RF and microwave systems and antenna technologies used in mission-critical applications including communications, electronic warfare, surveillance, intelligence, maritime, aviation and space. Operating through a portfolio of international specialist engineering businesses, the group combines deep technical capability with strong innovation, R&D focus and proprietary IP development. Following continued global expansion and increased emphasis on cross-group collaboration, the business is seeking a highly entrepreneurial, commercially driven and results-focused executive to lead and unify global revenue strategy across the organisation. The CRO will be responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, commercial excellence and strategic alignment across multiple international operating companies. The role exists to unlock the full commercial potential of the group by leading complex, multi-entity opportunities and ensuring a coordinated, disciplined and scalable approach to global sales execution. The successful candidate will act as the single point of accountability for major commercial opportunities across the group, ensuring effective pricing, governance, customer engagement and conversion into long-term profitable revenue. Working closely with the CEO and COO, the CRO will align commercial ambition with operational capability, ensuring global revenue performance is optimised through structured execution, strong leadership and data-driven decision-making. The role requires significant international travel across the USA, UK, Europe and other global regions, operating across time zones aligned with customers and internal stakeholders. Main Responsibilities of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Define and execute the group-wide commercial and revenue strategy to deliver sustained global growth Drive improvements in pipeline velocity, conversion rates, deal size and margin through structured KPI management Embed a "one group" commercial approach, maximising cross-selling and upselling across all operating companies Design and implement a scalable global sales operating model across regional hubs and international markets Build and lead a high-performing global commercial organisation spanning sales, marketing and customer engagement functions Lead and coordinate complex, high-value multi-entity bids and strategic customer opportunities Oversee pricing strategy, commercial governance, deal approval and margin protection across all major opportunities Establish robust forecasting, reporting and CRM-driven performance frameworks for executive and board-level insight Drive alignment across all operating companies to ensure consistent commercial execution and account ownership clarity Identify and develop new market opportunities, strategic accounts and global revenue streams Support integration, acquisition and transformation activities where required to accelerate group growth Act as a key interface between commercial strategy and operational delivery in partnership with the COO Requirements of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership or executive role within a fast-paced, growing technology or engineering organisation Strong background in RF, microwave, antenna systems, communications, defence, aerospace or highly technical manufacturing environments is highly desirable Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth, commercial strategy and international sales performance Significant experience leading global or multi-entity commercial teams across multiple regions Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy, pricing, revenue operations and complex deal structures Experience managing large-scale enterprise customers and high-value strategic accounts Ability to operate at C-suite and board level with strong stakeholder influence and executive presence Strong financial and commercial acumen including forecasting, margin management and KPI-driven performance management Experience designing and scaling global sales operating models and leading transformational change Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder commercial environments within international group structures Strong customer-facing credibility with the ability to lead strategic engagements at senior level Experience working with CRM systems and revenue performance tools Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to operate in fast-moving, high-pressure environments Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis Extensive leadership experience, including long term leardership of teams across multiple territories Degree qualified in Engineering, Business, Finance or related discipline (MBA advantageous) English language essential; additional languages advantageous Experience within defence/security regulated environments (ISO, CMMC, cyber security frameworks) desirable Working Pattern & Benefits: Remote position based in either the USA or UK Significant international travel across North America, Europe and other strategic regions Executive-level role reporting directly to the CEO and Board Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a global RF technology group High levels of autonomy and influence across multiple international businesses Competitive executive salary with annual bonus (up to three months' salary) Long-Term Incentive Plan(share options) Comprehensive healthcare and executive benefits package Strong long-term opportunity to build and lead a world-class global commercial organisation To apply for this Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group. 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Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Location: Remote - USA or UK (International Travel Required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to join a global RF technology group operating across advanced antenna, microwave and RF engineering solutions for defence, aerospace, government and commercial communications markets. The organisation designs and manufactures high-performance RF and microwave systems and antenna technologies used in mission-critical applications including communications, electronic warfare, surveillance, intelligence, maritime, aviation and space. Operating through a portfolio of international specialist engineering businesses, the group combines deep technical capability with strong innovation, R&D focus and proprietary IP development. Following continued global expansion and increased emphasis on cross-group collaboration, the business is seeking a highly entrepreneurial, commercially driven and results-focused executive to lead and unify global revenue strategy across the organisation. The CRO will be responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, commercial excellence and strategic alignment across multiple international operating companies. The role exists to unlock the full commercial potential of the group by leading complex, multi-entity opportunities and ensuring a coordinated, disciplined and scalable approach to global sales execution. The successful candidate will act as the single point of accountability for major commercial opportunities across the group, ensuring effective pricing, governance, customer engagement and conversion into long-term profitable revenue. Working closely with the CEO and COO, the CRO will align commercial ambition with operational capability, ensuring global revenue performance is optimised through structured execution, strong leadership and data-driven decision-making. The role requires significant international travel across the USA, UK, Europe and other global regions, operating across time zones aligned with customers and internal stakeholders. Main Responsibilities of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Define and execute the group-wide commercial and revenue strategy to deliver sustained global growth Drive improvements in pipeline velocity, conversion rates, deal size and margin through structured KPI management Embed a "one group" commercial approach, maximising cross-selling and upselling across all operating companies Design and implement a scalable global sales operating model across regional hubs and international markets Build and lead a high-performing global commercial organisation spanning sales, marketing and customer engagement functions Lead and coordinate complex, high-value multi-entity bids and strategic customer opportunities Oversee pricing strategy, commercial governance, deal approval and margin protection across all major opportunities Establish robust forecasting, reporting and CRM-driven performance frameworks for executive and board-level insight Drive alignment across all operating companies to ensure consistent commercial execution and account ownership clarity Identify and develop new market opportunities, strategic accounts and global revenue streams Support integration, acquisition and transformation activities where required to accelerate group growth Act as a key interface between commercial strategy and operational delivery in partnership with the COO Requirements of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership or executive role within a fast-paced, growing technology or engineering organisation Strong background in RF, microwave, antenna systems, communications, defence, aerospace or highly technical manufacturing environments is highly desirable Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth, commercial strategy and international sales performance Significant experience leading global or multi-entity commercial teams across multiple regions Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy, pricing, revenue operations and complex deal structures Experience managing large-scale enterprise customers and high-value strategic accounts Ability to operate at C-suite and board level with strong stakeholder influence and executive presence Strong financial and commercial acumen including forecasting, margin management and KPI-driven performance management Experience designing and scaling global sales operating models and leading transformational change Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder commercial environments within international group structures Strong customer-facing credibility with the ability to lead strategic engagements at senior level Experience working with CRM systems and revenue performance tools Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to operate in fast-moving, high-pressure environments Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis Extensive leadership experience, including long term leardership of teams across multiple territories Degree qualified in Engineering, Business, Finance or related discipline (MBA advantageous) English language essential; additional languages advantageous Experience within defence/security regulated environments (ISO, CMMC, cyber security frameworks) desirable Working Pattern & Benefits: Remote position based in either the USA or UK Significant international travel across North America, Europe and other strategic regions Executive-level role reporting directly to the CEO and Board Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a global RF technology group High levels of autonomy and influence across multiple international businesses Competitive executive salary with annual bonus (up to three months' salary) Long-Term Incentive Plan(share options) Comprehensive healthcare and executive benefits package Strong long-term opportunity to build and lead a world-class global commercial organisation To apply for this Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group. 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