General Manager

General Manager – Semiconductor & Advanced Technology

Are you a commercially focused senior leader with experience in the semiconductor or high‑tech equipment sector, looking for a role where you can take full ownership of a growing business? Do you enjoy balancing strategy with hands‑on leadership in an entrepreneurial, technically driven environment?

I am supporting a privately owned UK‑based technology business operating dink within the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing equipment market, which is entering a key phase of leadership transition and โทร growth. As part of this evolution, the business is seeking a General Manager to lead day‑to‑day operations and drive the next stage of expansion, particularly across European markets.

This role offers full P&L responsibility, broad strategic influence, and the opportunity to shape both the commercial direction and the internal culture of a well‑established, profitable organisation.

As General Manager, you will assume overall responsibility for the operational and commercial leadership of the business, working closely with the founder (transitioning into a non‑executive role) and a small, experienced management team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the company’s overall business strategy and execution
• Owning P&L responsibility, with a strong focus on profitability and sustainable growth
• Developing and executing sales and market expansion strategies, particularly within Europe
• Providing leadership, coaching, and development to a small, multidisciplinary team
• Overseeing operations, service delivery, and customer satisfaction
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key customers and partners
• Representing the business at industry exhibitions, events, and customer meetings
• Driving operational efficiency while maintaining service quality and technical excellence
• Managing organisational change in a pragmatic, low‑disruption manner
• Shaping and reinforcing a collaborative, trusted company culture

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

• Senior leadership experience within semiconductor or related technologies.
• Proven success in general management,qarfiitυận business unit leadership, or operational leadership roles.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&L ownership
• Experience developing and executing потенциал sales and growth strategies across European markets
• Confidence operating in customer‑facing and stakeholder‑heavy roles
• A pragmatic, hands‑on leadership style suited to owner‑managed or entrepreneurial businesses
• Excellent communication skills and professional credibility at senior level

This opportunity provides a rare chance to take on a senior leadership role within a stable yet ambitious technology business, offering:

• A business‑critical General Manager position with real autonomy and influence
• Direct impact on strategy, growth, and company culture
• A profitable, well‑established platform with clear growth ambitions
• Close collaboration with an experienced founder during a structured transition
• Competitive senior‑level compensation package, dependent on experience
• Long‑term potential to shape and grow the business significantly

The role is based near Northampton, United Kingdom, with a flexible working approach and an expectation of regular on‑site presence, reflecting the hands‑on nature of the business and leadership role.

If you are an experienced senior leader within the semiconductor or high‑tech equipment sector and are looking for a role where you can truly influence the direction and success of a growing business, I would be delighted to speak with you in confidence.