Director of Fire Safety

Role:
Director of Fire & DSEAR

Location:

London Salary:
Up to £85,000  £4,800 car allowance Sector:
Risk Management Consultancy WRG is delighted to be representing a highly successful and growing national risk management business in the appointment of a Director of Fire & DSEAR Consultancy. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Fire Safety, Fire Risk Management or DSEAR professional to take ownership of the strategic direction, commercial performance and continued growth of an established consultancy division.

The role combines strategic leadership, operational management, technical capability, client development and commercial growth, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to move beyond purely technical delivery and play a significant role in shaping and developing a national consultancy practice. The business is open to candidates who have built their career predominantly within Fire Risk Management or Fire Safety, with the opportunity to further develop DSEAR capability where required.

The Opportunity As Director of Fire & DSEAR Consultancy, you will take responsibility for the continued development and expansion of the Fire & DSEAR consultancy offering. You will provide strategic direction to the division, ensuring it continues to deliver high-quality, technically robust and compliant consultancy services while identifying opportunities to increase revenue, develop new client relationships and strengthen the organisation's position within the Fire Safety and DSEAR markets.

You will lead and develop a team of specialist consultants, providing clear direction, coaching and support while creating an environment that encourages technical excellence, commercial awareness and high levels of client service. A significant part of the role will be focused on business development and client engagement, working with existing clients, insurers, brokers and other stakeholders while identifying new opportunities for the consultancy division.

This is a role for someone who can combine technical credibility with commercial leadership and who is comfortable operating at senior level across both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the overall strategic direction of the Fire & DSEAR Consultancy division. Develop and implement plans to support the continued growth and profitability of the consultancy function. Identify opportunities to expand the division's service offering and market presence. Contribute to the wider strategic objectives of the business and its continued national growth. Ensure the Fire & DSEAR proposition remains aligned with client requirements, market developments and regulatory expectations.

Help shape the future direction of the consultancy practice through effective leadership and commercial planning. Commercial & Business Development Take responsibility for identifying and securing new business opportunities. Develop strong and sustainable relationships with existing and prospective clients. Maximise opportunities within existing client relationships and identify areas where additional consultancy services can be provided. Develop relationships with insurers, brokers and other strategic stakeholders.

Support revenue growth and the commercial performance of the division. Represent the business professionally within the Fire Safety, DSEAR and wider risk management markets. Identify emerging market opportunities and translate them into commercially viable service offerings. Work collaboratively with wider business development and leadership teams to generate and convert opportunities. Client & Stakeholder Management Develop and maintain senior-level relationships with key clients.

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