Job Description

Weston Analytics is a fast-growing technology business delivering a wide range of services including SaaS solutions, custom software development, and fully managed IT services. As part of the Munnelly Group--a trusted and long-established leader in the UK construction and infrastructure support services sector--Weston Analytics serves as the Group's dedicated technology arm.

Role Specification:

As Managing Director you will have full responsibility for business operations, team leadership, and strategic growth. We're seeking a commercially minded and visionary leader--someone who can not only drive profitability and work winning strategies but also shape and execute long-term goals, expand our market presence, and build high-performing teams.

The primary goal of the Managing Director is to ensure that the company consistently moves towards achieving its short-term and long-term objectives, particularly in terms of work-winning and market growth and will play a crucial role in positioning the company as a leader in its sector while driving revenue and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

: Develop and execute the company's business strategies to achieve the goals and objectives set by the Board of Directors. This includes formulating and leading initiatives aimed at increasing work-winning and business development.

Work-Winning Focus

: Actively drive the company's work-winning efforts by identifying opportunities, cultivating relationships with key clients and positioning the company to secure new contracts and projects.

Strategic Advisory

: Provide strategic advice to the Board, offering clear insights into market trends and the company's competitive position enabling informed decision-making for future growth.

Business Planning

: Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans, focusing on market development, business growth and operational efficiency. Ensure these plans are designed to facilitate cost-effective operations and sustainable market expansion.

Governance & Compliance

: Ensure that company policies, procedures and legal guidelines are communicated and adhered to throughout the organisation. Lead by example in promoting compliance at all levels.

Client & Stakeholder Management

: Foster and maintain trust-based relationships with the company's customer base, key business partners and supply chain. Ensure that the company remains competitive by building strong enduring client relationships that drive future work.

Financial Oversight

: Oversee the company's financial performance, driving profitability while ensuring sound financial management. Regularly review financial reports to monitor progress towards the company's financial goals.

Team Leadership & Development

: Delegate responsibilities effectively, supervise the work of senior people and provide guidance and motivation to achieve maximum performance across the organisation.

Performance Management

: Review reports from managers and executives, recognising performance excellence and addressing any challenges that arise. Implement solutions that drive both short-term success and long-term growth.

Problem-Solving & Growth

: Analyse challenges and provide strategic solutions that safeguard the company's stability and growth, ensuring resilience in a competitive market.

Person Specification:

Proven experience as a Managing Director or in a senior leadership role with a strong track record in work-winning and business growth. Solid background in software and SaaS solutions. Demonstrable expertise in developing and executing strategic business plans. Deep understanding of market dynamics, with the ability to anticipate changes and adjust the company's strategy accordingly. Strong financial acumen, including the ability to oversee financial performance and drive profitability. Familiarity with best practices in management, governance and operations. Exceptional organisational and leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams. Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, particularly in building and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships. Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges and capitalising on opportunities.

Benefits:

Life Assurance Private Medical Health Medicash 22 days holiday, increasing per service capping at 30 days Company Pension Car Allowance Company Events
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person