Managing Director

Job Description Are you a progressive, entrepreneurial leader with the emotional intelligence to inspire change and the commercial acumen to deliver results? We are seeking a forward-thinking Managing Director to lead a well-established software business through a bold period of modernisation and growth.This is a highly profitable, long-standing SaaS provider highly trusted across the UK. The business is entering a multi-year transformation and positioned well to capture a unique market opportunity: With a strong reputation and loyal customer base, the organisation is perfectly positioned to become the market leader, with the right leadership to drive innovation and scale.What You'll DoDefine and execute a strategic vision that balances innovation with operational excellence whilst driving company growth and scalability.Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team, fostering a culture of openness, accountability and customer-centricity.Oversee a cloud-first product transformation, modernising architecture and enabling rapid integration with other tools.Strengthen commercial performance through pricing, retention and new business growth.Champion operational improvements, governance and scalable processes to support rapid expansion.Constant horizon scanning, identifying market opportunities that will deliver value.Who You AreCurrently an MD, or Commercial Director with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, delivering and exceeding customer expectations.A strategic thinker who can lead from the front and deliver an inspirational vision for growth.Skilled at navigating change, with resilience and positivity during transformation.The ability to create followship to ensure no one is left behind and everyone feels valued and part of the journey.Emotionally intelligent, able to build trust, align teams and manage sensitive dynamics.Commercially sharp, operationally disciplined and comfortable making decisions under ambiguity.Experienced in software or tech-enabled businessesWhy This Role?Drive a once-in-a-generation transformation in a sector ripe for innovation.Enjoy high autonomy and Board-level influence.Lead a talented team in a customer-focused culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement.Working pattern3 days per week on site in Newcastle upon TyneIf you're ready to play your part in shaping the future of this exciting organisation and lead a talented team through an exciting journey of growth, then please reach out. This role will require an NDA.

Created: 2026-02-08