Operations Director

Recruiter: Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + benefits
Application date: 28th Oct 2025

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and lead operational excellence in a dynamic and innovative environment? This is your chance to step into the role of Operations Director, where you’ll drive growth, efficiency, and commercial success for a leading organisation in the training and consultancy sector. With a focus on the automotive and manufacturing industries, this company offers you the opportunity to shape its future while delivering exceptional value to clients.

If you are passionate about strategic leadership and operational brilliance, this role is tailor-made for you.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to ensure the success of training and consultancy services, aligning them with organisational goals and financial targets.
• Lead sales and business development efforts to identify and capitalise on new opportunities, driving commercial performance.
• Oversee the integration of digital tools and technology to optimise efficiency and enhance customer experience.
• Collaborate with government bodies, industry stakeholders, and funding agencies to align operational capabilities with national training initiatives.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring cost optimisation and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide inspirational leadership to multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Strong experience in operations management within the training, automotive, or manufacturing industries.
• Proven expertise in managing commercial operations, including sales and marketing functions.
• A track record of delivering large-scale training or development programmes successfully.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost optimisation.

This company is committed to delivering first-class training and consultancy services, helping organisations achieve operational excellence. As Operations Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving this mission forward, ensuring the seamless delivery of services and creating meaningful impact within the industry.