Chief Operating Officer
Executive Search
Location
Derbyshire
£140,000 - 180,000
Type
Hybrid
Full Time
Our client is a rapidly growing, industrial manufacturing and service organisation based in Derbyshire, who are now looking for a dynamic Chief Operating Officer to drive operational excellence, fuel commercial growth, and shape the future of a fast-scaling UK business. You’ll play a pivotal role in tightening operations, boosting efficiency, and aligning the entire organisation to deliver ambitious growth targets in a competitive market.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Strategy
Lead all operational functions and drive day-to-day performance
Translate business strategy into clear, deliverable operational plans
Continuously improve processes to boost scalability, efficiency, and consistency
People Leadership & Performance
Inspire and lead senior operational teams and managers
Set high-performance standards and track delivery against KPIs
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Champion leadership development and succession planning
Financial & Resource Management
Own operational budgets, costs, and resource allocation
Work closely with Finance on forecasting and planning
Ensure resources are focused on maximum impact and growth
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Maintain full compliance with UK employment law, health & safety, and regulatory standards
Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks
Strengthen governance, controls, and business continuity
Executive & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board
Partner with the executive team to align operations with strategic goals
Build strong relationships with key partners and suppliers
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Operations, Finance or related field
MBA or postgraduate qualification is advantageous
Significant senior operational leadership experience
Strong commercial, strategic, and analytical capability
Proven track record operating in a UK focused manufacting environment
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
What We Are Looking For?
Proven experience driving transformation and best practice excellence within an Industrial Manufacturing environment
Benefits
Extensive Executive Benefits
Contact Our Specialists
Please forward your CV to our retained consultant, Miles Greenslade, Adjacency Executive Search