CEO Europe

Smart Home / Smart Building - B2B2C

c. £230,000 per annum + LTIP + Bonus + Benefits

West Midlands

£60mpa designer of category-leading products, with strong brand equity and ambitious expansion plans, looking to appoint a visionary Managing Director to transform and lead them in the pursuit of greater market share and profitability.

This is a rare blank sheet opportunity to reimagine, restructure and grow a UK and European market leader.

Backed by the resources of a £300mpa, fast-growing international technology group, our client specialises in the design and supply of high-quality professional and consumer products and technical support services, recognised thought leaders in their category.

With a long-standing reputation for product excellence, they have invested heavily in product innovation, and market development.

The CEO will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic direction of the business, leading all core functions including technical, commercial, marketing, finance, and supply chain. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring both strategic vision and operational rigour.

• Lead the development and execution of a bold, long‑term growth strategy
• Drive commercial performance across UK and European markets
• Build and mentor a high‑performing executive leadership team
• Manage financial planning, reporting, and governance
• Champion innovation across product development and brand strategy
• Represent the business externally with key partners, customers, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory standards

We are seeking a commercially astute, strategically minded leader with a strong track record of growing a technical products business. You will be entrepreneurial, results‑driven, and capable of leading a business through rapid growth and transformation.

• Executive-level P&L leadership of a technical products business.
• Proven success in scaling operations and driving profitability
• Strong operational understanding, especially in technical, commercial, marketing and supply chain
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for innovation, sustainability, and customer experience

• A pivotal leadership role in a thriving, purpose-driven organisation
• Competitive executive compensation package with performance incentives
• Supportive board and entrepreneurial culture
• Access to cutting-edge design and innovation capabilities