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Managing Director Designate
Central England (Coventry, Leicester, Birmingham, Northampton & surrounding areas)
We are seeking a strategically minded, degree-educated senior commercial leader to join a high-performing UK technology engineering manufacturer at a pivotal stage of its growth journey.
This is a rare Managing Director Designate opportunity, designed as a structured and mentored pathway to full MD responsibility.
You will work directly alongside the incumbent Managing Director in a planned succession process, gaining comprehensive exposure to the organisation's strategy, operations, financial performance, people, and market positioning — before assuming full executive leadership.
This role will appeal to an intellectually strong, commercially astute leader ready to transition from Senior Sales Director, Commercial Director, General Manager or Business Unit Director into full P&L ownership and enterprise leadership.
Market & Strategic Scope
The business operates across multiple technical and industrial sectors including:
Automotive Aftermarket
MRO & Industrial Spares
Industrial Distribution & Technical Supplies
Agricultural Aftermarket
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading UK headquarters operations and expanding into new channels and markets
Defining and executing sales, marketing and commercial strategy
Driving profitable revenue growth and scalable performance
Owning full operational and financial accountability
Developing organisational capability, leadership bench strength and culture
Representing the company at Board and shareholder level
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a high-calibre, analytically strong and strategically capable leader with clear ambition to operate at Managing Director level and beyond.
Essential Attributes
Degree educated (MBA or postgraduate qualification advantageous)
Demonstrable senior leadership experience with P&L accountability
Proven track record in scaling revenue and entering new routes to market
Strong understanding of complex distribution models and fragmented supply chains
Data-driven decision maker with strong financial and IT literacy
Experience within technical, engineering, industrial or automotive-related sectors
Gravitas and credibility to influence Board-level stakeholders
Ability to translate vision into structured execution
Desirable
Exposure to international trading environments
Experience in growth, transformation, or scale-up environments
You will combine intellectual rigour with commercial instinct, resilience with emotional intelligence, and ambition with a collaborative, people-first leadership style.
Package
Competitive base salary circa £100,000+ (negotiable based on experience)
Structured progression to full Managing Director appointment
Rising remuneration trajectory toward £150,000+
Performance-related bonus
Company car
Pension and executive benefits
Formal mentoring and succession plan with incumbent MD
This is a succession-led, career-defining opportunity for a high-potential commercial leader seeking full enterprise leadership within a technically sophisticated, growth-oriented business.
Meet the Employer:
Initial online “Meet the Employer” sessions will be conducted by our exclusive recruitment partner Glen Shepherd.
Call Glen for a confidential conversation: 07977 266309
Or email your CV:
We are hiring now — if you're ready to take the final step into a Managing Director role within a high-growth, privately owned, international tech manufacturer, this is your moment.
JOB REF: 4318GSB
Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background.
We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better.
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A Graduate Electronic Component Engineer is required to join an innovative and collaborative engineering team based in Clacton-on-Sea.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate engineer to develop their career while supporting the selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of electronic components used across advanced hardware designs.
As a Graduate Electronic Component Engineer, you will work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams, gaining valuable exposure to industry best practices in component selection, BOM management, compliance, and lifecycle monitoring.
This role offers hands-on involvement with both engineering and supply chain teams, providing a strong foundation in the technical and commercial aspects of electronic component management within a modern hardware development environment.
Responsibilities for this Graduate Electronic Component Engineer based in Clacton-on-Sea:
Work closely with hardware design, manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams to define component specifications and selection criteria
Create and maintain component libraries to support schematic capture and PCB layout activities
Perform component evaluations including parametric comparisons, second-source identification, and suitability assessments
Validate and assess component performance through testing and evaluation activities to ensure compliance with design requirements
Key Skills & Experience for this Graduate Electronic Component Engineer based in Clacton-on-Sea:
Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline (or equivalent industry experience)
Familiarity with schematic capture and PCB layout tools
Practical experience working with BOMs, component datasheets, and spreadsheets
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Effective communication and teamwork skills within a collaborative engineering environment
This role is unable to offer sponsorship, full UK working rights required.
Relocation assistance can be offered for this role.
How to Apply
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Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £29500 per annum
Posted: 2026-03-12 12:18:54
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A Graduate Component Engineer is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Clacton, Essex, contributing to the selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of electronic components used across hardware designs.
The Graduate Component Engineer, Clacton, Essex, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in technical areas and industry best practices.
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Responsibilities include:
Work with hardware design, manufacturing, quality and procurement teams to define component specifications and selection criteria.
Create and maintain component libraries, supporting schematic capture and PCB layout activities.
Develop and execute component evaluations, including parametric comparisons, second-source identification, and suitability assessments.
Debug and validate electronic component performance through testing and evaluation activities to ensure compliance with design requirements.
Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to gather technical data, availability information and lifecycle status updates.
Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including BOM generation, BOM risk assessments and lifecycle tracking (NRND, LTB, EOL).
Support production and engineering teams with component-related technical queries and assist with quality system audits.
Key skills & experience:
Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
Practical experience working with BOMs, component datasheets and spreadsheets.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
How to apply:
Apply now for the Graduate Component Engineer role in Clacton, Essex.
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Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £29500 per annum
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A Graduate Electronics Design Engineer is required to join an innovative and forward-thinking engineering team based in Clacton-on-Sea.
This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate engineer to begin their career within a collaborative environment, contributing to the design, development, and validation of high-performance electronic hardware solutions across the full product lifecycle.
As a Graduate Electronics Design Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers who will support your professional development while exposing you to industry best practices and real-world engineering challenges.
You will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of hardware design including product specification, schematic capture, PCB layout, prototype validation, hardware debugging, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic engineering team.
Responsibilities for this Graduate Electronics Design Engineer based in Clacton-on-Sea:
Work closely with Product Management to help define product and design specifications
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Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline
Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools
Hands-on experience using laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning and development
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Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.
How to Apply
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