South Yorkshire Office
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As a highly reputable Executive Search business, Parkinson Lee aspires to be the professional firm of choice for companies based in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the East Midlands, seeking high performing Business Leaders, Board Directors and Senior Executives.
With offices in Rotherham, Leeds and London, Parkinson Lee is an Executive Search firm deliberately dedicated to clients in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the East Midlands.
We help those clients find and appoint outstanding Business Leaders, Board Directors and Senior Executives across the full range of functional disciplines. In so doing, our service offers a rare blend of principled values, precise processes and shrewd judgements, leading to a very high rate of successful completion. As a consequence, we are now one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent Executive Search firms.
Parkinson Lee is a stable, secure and profitable Partnership. We’re not aiming to be a global PLC and we’re not responsible to City institutions or remote shareholders - we’re responsible to our clients. As a Yorkshire business serving Yorkshire business - and our clients in Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. But although our core commitment is regional, we also have a significant international capability.
Our local dedication is reinforced by our dedication to specific functional roles, with professional practices focusing on the following:
We believe in the crucial importance of leadership - the identification, assessment, and attraction of strong leaders. Because to achieve shareholder value, strategic goals and sustained results, strong leadership is crucial for our clients. And also, of course, for Parkinson Lee and our continuing success.
Greg Parkinson, Chief Executive, and Lee Bhandal, Managing Partner, have given great thought to the Values necessary to underpin the success of Parkinson Lee. These are summarised under the acronym WE CARE and we will be pleased to discuss them with you if you so wish.
We are loyal and transparent: long-term and trusting relationships - with our clients, our candidates and with each other - are central to our existence.
As the Founder and Chief Executive of Elevation Recruitment Group, a leading Group of multi-disciplined recruitment specialists, Greg Parkinson is the Chief Executive of Parkinson Lee. With deep experience and expertise in Executive Search, Greg has an outstanding track record of success, completing Assignments with a high level of client satisfaction over many years.
As well as a highly successful Executive Search Consultant in his own right, Greg is also the With a strong vision, obvious integrity and a motivating style, Greg is one of our Region’s most talented entrepreneurs.
Phone: 07528 528 883
Email: g.parkinson@parkinsonlee.com
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Lee Bhandal is our Managing Partner.
Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
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John Bohan is the Engineering & Manufacturing Practice Lead at Parkinson|Lee Executive Search and is a key member of the senior leadership team for parent company Elevation Recruitment Group Ltd.
John has over 13 years executive search experience recruiting within the engineering and manufacturing sector, specialising in Executive and Senior Management level appointments. During this time, he has operated on a retained, mandate lead basis for an extensive number of the region’s leading and most innovative employers. Key hires have contributed to; growth strategy, turnaround, relocation, buyouts and business critical change.
Johns success ranges from SME to Blue Chip businesses and from precision engineering to chemical processing facilities. He has a diverse technical appreciation for all sectors enabling him to offer our clients a bespoke and effective solution.
His assignments are critical to the success of his clients and as such John spends time to fully understand the technicality of the product and process of each business as well as the culture behind it.
He works closely with key industry bodies, such the IMechE, IET, and IChemE, to support the growth and success of the industry in the UK as well as keep abreast of key industry knowledge and network with the most successful and talented professionals in their field.
Phone: 07985 151 131
Email: j.bohan@parkinsonlee.com
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Emma is a Partner at Parkinson Lee Executive Search with over 18 year’s experience specialising within executive finance appointments. Emma works on a retained basis within our CFO and Financial Leadership practice with a specific focus across the Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Humberside and East Midlands regions.
Emma has a wealth of experience in executive search, particularly across the executive finance market. She takes her role very seriously and truly looks for a way to assist, advise and guide senior finance professionals who require that next step support in their careers.
Emma is uniquely qualified to both advise and guide individuals within her personal network having been a previous business owner, Managing Director and Non – Executive Director, all of which provided her with a breadth of invaluable experience.
A proud professional, Emma has a personal reputation in the Yorkshire region that is second to none, clearly based on her work ethic, credibility and desire to remain as the search partner of choice within the CFO and Financial Leadership arena.
Emma is also an intrinsic member of the Group Leadership Team providing insight, guidance and council in the ongoing development and running of the Group.
Phone: 07710 096 839
Email: e.noble@parkinsonlee.com
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Jonathan Warnock is a Non-Executive Director of parent company Elevation Recruitment Group, and has extensive experience within Executive Search.
Within Executive Search & Selection, Jonathan has worked at KPMG and Adderley Featherstone, operating at Managing Partner and Board Level in professional services and industry; in Marketing & Business Development, he was the Marketing Director at the HW Recruitment Group, contributing to an MBO, public listing and subsequent trade sale; and at the FiveTen Group, a global recruitment business (and investment vehicle for the P/E firm, Bregal Capital), Jonathan was the Commercial Director, having Board accountability for Marketing & Bid Management, Human Resources, Learning & Development, Internal Resourcing, IT and Compliance. He also contributed significantly to the general management and development of a market-leading recruitment business in Russia.
Jonathan has gained experience and insights in a variety of international markets in professional and recruitment services. As well as having Line Management responsibilities for teams in London, Sydney, Singapore, Sao Paulo, Seattle and Moscow, he has managed client relationships across Europe, South East Asia and Kazakhstan. He is also deeply familiar with professional law firms, both as a recruiter and client.
Jonathan’s particular expertise is in strategy formation, branding and value creation - the development of a compelling corporate identity, distinctive service propositions and authentic sales messages, underpinned by leadership development and tailored training. He is also skilled in the area of personal branding - from coaching and career management to media training and mentoring. Finally, Jonathan has a strong grasp of the Non-Executive role, challenging, counselling and contributing confidentially.
Phone: 07470 007 515
Email: j.warnock@parkinsonlee.com
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Phil Hill is the Non-Executive Director of Parkinson|Lee Executive Search and a qualified Executive Coach, Chartered Accountant and Business Mentor to a number of Yorkshire’s fastest growing, entrepreneurial SME businesses.
Phil is also a Group Board Director of Elevation Consultancy Group Ltd and plays a pivotal role ensuring that the Group’s finances and operational procedures are robust so as to guarantee the long term future of the Group.
Career highlights include 6 years as a Finance Director at Plc level, 9 years as Managing Director/ Owner of a High Growth Recruitment Business and 7 years as an Executive coach and mentor, assisting many of Yorkshire’s businesses and their Directors achieve their strategic and commercial objectives.
Phil plays a key role in using his experience and knowledge to give advice and guidance to the Directors within both group companies. He also works closely with the Group Board Directors to define the Company’s strategic ambitions and to ensure these ambitions are achieved.
Phone: 07931 385 092
Email: p.hill@parkinsonlee.com
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Sarah Barron is the Partner and Human Resources Practice Lead at Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of parent company Elevation Recruitment Group Ltd.
Sarah is arguably one of the most uniquely positioned, qualified and experienced HR Search specialists across the North of England with an impressive and demonstrable track record of working within the HR sector. Sarah spent the first 9 years of her career operating as a CIPD qualified HR Business Partner within Industry before transitioning into specialist HR recruitment, where she has dedicated herself for the last 16 years.
Day in day out, Sarah specialises in Senior Management and Executive level appointments that cover HR Director’s, Operational HR, Learning & Development, Organisational Change, Reward and Resourcing assignments.
Sarah works on retained advertised led campaigns, PSL and mandate led assignments and her work has contributed to; growth strategy, turnaround, relocation, buyouts and business critical change.
Sarah’s previous background in HR at Business Partner level enables her to competently understand the HR business agenda and has supported numerous MD’s/CEO’s and department heads on the required HR mapping for businesses, supporting growth and diversity as well an appreciation for the cultural direction of organisations.
She works closely with key industry bodies, such as CIPD as well national Law firms providing legislative expertise and updates, to support the growth and success of the local industry as well as keeping abreast of key industry knowledge and network with the most successful and talented professionals in their field.
If you are interested in being part of Sarah’s network please don’t hesitate to contact her on:
Phone: 07909 506 025
Email: s.barron@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
Our search team delivers executive assignments on behalf of a comprehensive list of FTSE and Aim-listed PLCs, Private Equity & Venture Capital, SME and Not For Profit / Public Sector organisations.
Vicki has a successful track record of many years specialising in Executive Search and as Executive Researcher, Vicki works closely with our Executive Search Partners in the successful delivery of retained search mandates. Vicki specifically, takes the lead on research, market mapping and talent identification, often working to very specific and demanding specifications. This includes:
- Research and talent identification on specific search mandates at Senior, Executive and Board Level
- Client Benchmarking Reports incorporating full competitor structural analysis and market mapping
- Remuneration Benchmarking
- Talent Solutions
- Competitor Intelligence
- Gender Diversity Intelligence
- Organisational Capability Intelligence
As a professional Partnership, big enough to deliver but small enough to care, here at Parkinson Lee, we are always flexible, fitting around you and your requirements (and not the other way around).
Phone: 07715 316 779 / 01709 303 330
Email: v.banks@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
Our search team delivers executive assignments on behalf of a comprehensive list of FTSE and Aim-listed PLCs, Private Equity & Venture Capital, SME and Not For Profit / Public Sector organisations.
Zoe has a successful track record of working in Executive Search. Prior to joining Parkinson Lee, Zoe specialised in executive appointments within the global higher education sector. As part of the research team, Zoe works closely with our Executive Search Partners in the successful delivery of retained search mandates. Specifically, Zoe takes the lead on research, market mapping and talent identification, often working to very specific and demanding specifications. This includes:
Zoe holds a BA (Hons) Social Anthropology, MSc Political Theory, and is completing a Doctorate in Politics.
Phone: 07715 316 805 / 01709 303 330
Email: z.sullivan@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
We believe in the crucial importance of leadership - the identification, assessment, and attraction of strong leaders. Because to achieve shareholder value, strategic goals and sustained results, strong leadership is crucial for our clients. And also, of course, for Parkinson Lee and our continuing success.
Greg Parkinson, Chief Executive, and Lee Bhandal, Managing Partner, have given great thought to the Values necessary to underpin the success of Parkinson Lee. These are summarised under the acronym WE CARE and we will be pleased to discuss them with you if you so wish.
We are loyal and transparent: long-term and trusting relationships - with our clients, our candidates and with each other - are central to our existence.
As the Founder and Chief Executive of Elevation Recruitment Group, a leading Group of multi-disciplined recruitment specialists, Greg Parkinson is the Chief Executive of Parkinson Lee. With deep experience and expertise in Executive Search, Greg has an outstanding track record of success, completing Assignments with a high level of client satisfaction over many years.
As well as a highly successful Executive Search Consultant in his own right, Greg is also the With a strong vision, obvious integrity and a motivating style, Greg is one of our Region’s most talented entrepreneurs.
Phone: 07528 528 883
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Lee Bhandal is our Managing Partner.
Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
John Bohan is the Engineering & Manufacturing Practice Lead at Parkinson|Lee Executive Search and is a key member of the senior leadership team for parent company Elevation Recruitment Group Ltd.
John has over 13 years executive search experience recruiting within the engineering and manufacturing sector, specialising in Executive and Senior Management level appointments. During this time, he has operated on a retained, mandate lead basis for an extensive number of the region’s leading and most innovative employers. Key hires have contributed to; growth strategy, turnaround, relocation, buyouts and business critical change.
Johns success ranges from SME to Blue Chip businesses and from precision engineering to chemical processing facilities. He has a diverse technical appreciation for all sectors enabling him to offer our clients a bespoke and effective solution.
His assignments are critical to the success of his clients and as such John spends time to fully understand the technicality of the product and process of each business as well as the culture behind it.
He works closely with key industry bodies, such the IMechE, IET, and IChemE, to support the growth and success of the industry in the UK as well as keep abreast of key industry knowledge and network with the most successful and talented professionals in their field.
Phone: 07985 151 131
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Emma is a Partner at Parkinson Lee Executive Search with over 18 year’s experience specialising within executive finance appointments. Emma works on a retained basis within our CFO and Financial Leadership practice with a specific focus across the Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Humberside and East Midlands regions.
Emma has a wealth of experience in executive search, particularly across the executive finance market. She takes her role very seriously and truly looks for a way to assist, advise and guide senior finance professionals who require that next step support in their careers.
Emma is uniquely qualified to both advise and guide individuals within her personal network having been a previous business owner, Managing Director and Non – Executive Director, all of which provided her with a breadth of invaluable experience.
A proud professional, Emma has a personal reputation in the Yorkshire region that is second to none, clearly based on her work ethic, credibility and desire to remain as the search partner of choice within the CFO and Financial Leadership arena.
Emma is also an intrinsic member of the Group Leadership Team providing insight, guidance and council in the ongoing development and running of the Group.
Phone: 07710 096 839
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Jonathan Warnock is a Non-Executive Director of parent company Elevation Recruitment Group, and has extensive experience within Executive Search.
Within Executive Search & Selection, Jonathan has worked at KPMG and Adderley Featherstone, operating at Managing Partner and Board Level in professional services and industry; in Marketing & Business Development, he was the Marketing Director at the HW Recruitment Group, contributing to an MBO, public listing and subsequent trade sale; and at the FiveTen Group, a global recruitment business (and investment vehicle for the P/E firm, Bregal Capital), Jonathan was the Commercial Director, having Board accountability for Marketing & Bid Management, Human Resources, Learning & Development, Internal Resourcing, IT and Compliance. He also contributed significantly to the general management and development of a market-leading recruitment business in Russia.
Jonathan has gained experience and insights in a variety of international markets in professional and recruitment services. As well as having Line Management responsibilities for teams in London, Sydney, Singapore, Sao Paulo, Seattle and Moscow, he has managed client relationships across Europe, South East Asia and Kazakhstan. He is also deeply familiar with professional law firms, both as a recruiter and client.
Jonathan’s particular expertise is in strategy formation, branding and value creation - the development of a compelling corporate identity, distinctive service propositions and authentic sales messages, underpinned by leadership development and tailored training. He is also skilled in the area of personal branding - from coaching and career management to media training and mentoring. Finally, Jonathan has a strong grasp of the Non-Executive role, challenging, counselling and contributing confidentially.
Phone: 07470 007 515
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Phil Hill is the Non-Executive Director of Parkinson|Lee Executive Search and a qualified Executive Coach, Chartered Accountant and Business Mentor to a number of Yorkshire’s fastest growing, entrepreneurial SME businesses.
Phil is also a Group Board Director of Elevation Consultancy Group Ltd and plays a pivotal role ensuring that the Group’s finances and operational procedures are robust so as to guarantee the long term future of the Group.
Career highlights include 6 years as a Finance Director at Plc level, 9 years as Managing Director/ Owner of a High Growth Recruitment Business and 7 years as an Executive coach and mentor, assisting many of Yorkshire’s businesses and their Directors achieve their strategic and commercial objectives.
Phil plays a key role in using his experience and knowledge to give advice and guidance to the Directors within both group companies. He also works closely with the Group Board Directors to define the Company’s strategic ambitions and to ensure these ambitions are achieved.
Phone: 07931 385 092
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Sarah Barron is the Partner and Human Resources Practice Lead at Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of parent company Elevation Recruitment Group Ltd.
Sarah is arguably one of the most uniquely positioned, qualified and experienced HR Search specialists across the North of England with an impressive and demonstrable track record of working within the HR sector. Sarah spent the first 9 years of her career operating as a CIPD qualified HR Business Partner within Industry before transitioning into specialist HR recruitment, where she has dedicated herself for the last 16 years.
Day in day out, Sarah specialises in Senior Management and Executive level appointments that cover HR Director’s, Operational HR, Learning & Development, Organisational Change, Reward and Resourcing assignments.
Sarah works on retained advertised led campaigns, PSL and mandate led assignments and her work has contributed to; growth strategy, turnaround, relocation, buyouts and business critical change.
Sarah’s previous background in HR at Business Partner level enables her to competently understand the HR business agenda and has supported numerous MD’s/CEO’s and department heads on the required HR mapping for businesses, supporting growth and diversity as well an appreciation for the cultural direction of organisations.
She works closely with key industry bodies, such as CIPD as well national Law firms providing legislative expertise and updates, to support the growth and success of the local industry as well as keeping abreast of key industry knowledge and network with the most successful and talented professionals in their field.
If you are interested in being part of Sarah’s network please don’t hesitate to contact her on:
Phone: 07909 506 025
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Our search team delivers executive assignments on behalf of a comprehensive list of FTSE and Aim-listed PLCs, Private Equity & Venture Capital, SME and Not For Profit / Public Sector organisations.
Vicki has a successful track record of many years specialising in Executive Search and as Executive Researcher, Vicki works closely with our Executive Search Partners in the successful delivery of retained search mandates. Vicki specifically, takes the lead on research, market mapping and talent identification, often working to very specific and demanding specifications. This includes:
- Research and talent identification on specific search mandates at Senior, Executive and Board Level
- Client Benchmarking Reports incorporating full competitor structural analysis and market mapping
- Remuneration Benchmarking
- Talent Solutions
- Competitor Intelligence
- Gender Diversity Intelligence
- Organisational Capability Intelligence
As a professional Partnership, big enough to deliver but small enough to care, here at Parkinson Lee, we are always flexible, fitting around you and your requirements (and not the other way around).
Phone: 07715 316 779 / 01709 303 330
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
Our search team delivers executive assignments on behalf of a comprehensive list of FTSE and Aim-listed PLCs, Private Equity & Venture Capital, SME and Not For Profit / Public Sector organisations.
Zoe has a successful track record of working in Executive Search. Prior to joining Parkinson Lee, Zoe specialised in executive appointments within the global higher education sector. As part of the research team, Zoe works closely with our Executive Search Partners in the successful delivery of retained search mandates. Specifically, Zoe takes the lead on research, market mapping and talent identification, often working to very specific and demanding specifications. This includes:
Zoe holds a BA (Hons) Social Anthropology, MSc Political Theory, and is completing a Doctorate in Politics.
Phone: 07715 316 805 / 01709 303 330
Email: Click here
Online: Click here
At Parkinson|Lee our practices are built on our in-depth knowledge, expertise and insight of each respective market. With over 80 years combined search experience, Parkinson|Lee have developed unrivalled professional networks, allowing us to conduct functional and industry specific search campaigns tailored specifically to our clients individual requirements.
For more information on each of our practices please click the link below.
“Our team have over 80 years combined expertise in recruiting people who can make a significant strategic and financial impact to our clients businesses.”
Parkinson|Lee Executive search understand how crucial it is to make the right hiring decision with any new board level or executive appointment.
Our team has the expertise to recruit people who can make a significant strategic and financial impact to our clients' businesses.
We understand that board and executive directors play a vital role from shaping the culture, defining and delivering strategic goals and objectives, through to building and maintaining key relationships with stakeholders
Our team works tirelessly with our clients to accurately determine key requirements prior to starting every search.
Our networks across the region are first class and we also use innovative national and international search techniques to ensure no stone is left unturned in sourcing the right individuals for
our clients.
Typical assignments include;
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“We have a proven track record of assignment delivery at various stages of the investment life cycle.”
In recent years, there has been a healthy appetite for Private Equity deals, especially across the Yorkshire and the North of England. Each year Private Equity firms in the UK, provide billions of pounds of investment to create, develop and reshape a growing number of entrepreneurial, ambitious companies with high growth potential.
Across the Yorkshire & Humber region alone, the value of Private Equity deals have increased by almost 80% giving Yorkshire the title of the UK’s fastest growing region in private equity buyouts
It is common ground for VC and PE backed businesses to apply certain demands & pressures on individuals to make an immediate & positive impact, whilst managing to deliver on both the Board & Shareholder agendas.
Parkinson|Lee‘s understanding and awareness of this means we are on the front foot when identifying a shortlist that includes the right calibre of individual that will excel.
We have a proven track record of assignment delivery at various stages of the Investment life cycle:
We partner with organisations as they seek to appoint Senior & Board Level positions and invest a great deal of time & resource in identifying individuals with the expertise and drive to help our clients achieve their specific objectives.
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“Recent research has shown that Yorkshire SME’S are demonstrating the second highest levels of growth across the UK compared to other regions, second only to London which is only marginally ahead.”
Parkinson|Lee have an in-depth understanding of the SME market across the region, we are proud to have partnered with many of our region's most entrepreneurial, award winning & fast growing businesses.
Recent research has shown that Yorkshire SMEs are demonstrating the second highest levels of growth across the UK - second only to London which is only marginally ahead.
Parkinson|Lee are confident that this growth stems from the abundance of talent and entrepreneurial spirit, the ability to innovate, a strong work ethic and sound financial management.
As entrepreneurs and SME business owners, Greg Parkinson & Lee Bhandal (Parkinson|Lee) know exactly what it takes to grow a successful, marketing leading SME, this combined with the backing of a first class team makes the company the consultancy of choice across Yorkshire.
We have partnered with SMEs ranging from Start-up & Initial Investment through to circa £250m turnover to recruit Executive & Board Level Appointments across a range of sectors and a variety of functions.
Taking the time to understand your organisation is imperative and our consultants invest as much time as is necessary in order to make sure the right individual is found to suit your requirements.
Recent Assignments within the SME sector include:
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“We work across all business sectors and our clients range from quoted PLCs through to privately owned and private equity backed businesses.”
Parkinson|Lee's CFO & Financial Leadership practice specialises in the appointment of CFOs, Financial Directors and other Senior Finance positions.
We work across business sectors and our clients range from quoted PLCs through to privately owned and private equity backed businesses.
Our team boasts some of the region's most respected executive financial search consultants and we understand as the economy continues to grow that business leaders are increasingly relying on finance as a vital business function. A function that not only provides thorough financial insight but one that also delivers a breadth of commercial information to aid key strategic decisions.
Parkinson|Lee have an unrivalled track record in recruiting executive level finance appointments across the region, typical roles we manage include:
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“Many of the regions manufacturing firms have responded to global competition by investing in innovation while taking advantage of advances in technology and the emergence of new markets.”
The region is globally renowned for world class manufacturing and home to some of the most specialist and innovative businesses, these businesses are reporting record demand for production, particularly in export territories. The same challenges still remain; from the threat of emerging markets to the rise on energy costs, but with the continued strengthening of the economy, organisations are focussed on maximising new business opportunities and growth.
In recent years, many of the regions manufacturing firms have responded to global competition by investing in innovation while taking advantage of advances in technology and the emergence of new markets. A forward thinking approach has led to a major increase in the number of executive appointments made across this sector.
Parkinson|Lee’s Engineering & Manufacturing practice specialises in the appointment of Executive level and Senior Leadership roles across all functions. Parkinson|Lee have built close links with industry bodies and have developed extensive professional networks ensuring we are able to effectively source and deliver the most outstanding talent for our clients.
Associated sectors we cover include:
With an expert team of specialist search consultants we are able to identify talent on a local, national and international basis. We then provide thorough technical screening to identify the skill set required for these demanding appointments.
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“We are experts in working with our clients to help them fill crucial skills gaps or deliver business critical projects within their organisations.”
Parkinson|Lee Executive Search has an extensive network of professional Interim Managers across the UK meaning we can deliver effectively on time critical assignments.
We are experts in working with our clients to help them fill crucial skill gaps or deliver business critical projects within their organisations.
Interim Managers are a cost effective and flexible resource that bring a wealth of specific expertise and experience that can offer invaluable advice and guidance to businesses in a number of different scenarios including:
Parkinson|Lee work in close partnership with our clients to define key requirements then use our expert knowledge to source an interim executive with the right mix of skills, expertise and track record to make an immediate and positive impact.
For more information on interim management or to discuss a specific requirement please contact Parkinson|Lee on the number below.
t: 01709 303 330
“We encourage an ethical & transparent search process that demonstrates the values of equality and diversity.”
Parkinson|Lee partner with a broad spectrum of Public Sector and Not For Profit organisations in the recruitment of Senior & Board Level Executives.
We encourage an ethical & transparent search process that demonstrates the values of equality and diversity and in turn attracts candidates from a wide variety of business sectors.
Parkinson|Lee’s market positioning, network and online search capability means we have access to candidates both locally, nationally and internationally. This ensures we have complete coverage of the market when conducting searches.
Our approach is a transparent one.
We commence every brief with an
agreed collaborative search strategy - this provides our clients with information and detail at every stage of the process and allows us to identify the right talent that meets our client’s requirements.
Typical sectors we operate in are:
For further information please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
“We work in close partnership with our clients to fully understand their brief and the reason for the requirement. We then work tirelessly to source the right Non Executive Director, sourcing an individual that will challenge the performance and strategies of your business whilst making significant contribution to the bottom line.”
Parkinson|Lee Executive Search has a proven track record of sourcing high calibre, Non Executive Directors for organisations across the region.
The economic recovery in the UK means that boards of directors are increasingly under pressure to take full advantage of new opportunities available to them and to develop a sound business strategy that allows them to achieve and outperform their corporate goals.
Businesses across the region have responded to the economic recovery by strengthening not only their board team but also by appointing Non Executive Directors that can add insight, value and contribute to the delivery of the business strategy and corporate goals.
We work in close partnership with our clients to fully understand their brief and the reason for the requirement. We then work tirelessly to source the right Non Executive Director, sourcing an individual that will challenge the performance and strategies of your business whilst making significant contribution to the bottom line.
If you are currently considering hiring a Non Executive Director please contact Parkinson|Lee’s Executive Search team on:
t: 01709 303 330
Executive Search is a structured recruitment process involving the research, identification, approach and attraction of precisely identified individuals.
As a professional Partnership, big enough to deliver but small enough to care, Parkinson Lee is always flexible, fitting around you and your requirements (and not the other way around). At the same time, the process will normally include the following stages for our clients:
We take the utmost care to understand your business, your role, and the kind of person most likely to succeed.
This is agreed with you in our Specification of Requirements - a highly professional marketing document and reference point for the whole exercise.
With a solid structure and sequence, we will then agree with you the Search strategy - identifying the sectors, companies and individuals, refining the targets and taking your views into account.
Our Researchers are chosen according to the individual Assignment; they are also dedicated specialists and take great pride in the precision and presentation of the Target Lists.
But at Parkinson Lee, we believe the first contact with the candidate is crucial. And so - unusually - that first approach is typically made not by the Researcher, but your Partner (who is accountable directly for the formation of both the Long and Short List of candidates).
As seasoned Search specialists, we know that no candidate is the same and every interview is different; at the start, for example, we have to assess and respect the individual motivation of the individual candidate (who may well not be looking to move in the first instance). The best interviews are therefore epitomised by intelligence, insight and intuition and in our specialist areas, ours are second to none.
With our judgements, we are therefore confident about those candidates combining the correct capabilities and cultural fit. But we are not complacent. Which is why we also conduct competency-based interviews (the questions for which can, once again, be influenced by your priorities and views).
And finally, if you'd like to conduct psychometric and wider assessments, we also retain a penetrating Occupational Psychologist with a broad range of tools and proprietary techniques.
In our pivotal role between you and your candidates, we work really hard to ensure that all parties are well informed and perfectly-positioned to participate in a precise process.
Communication is key and so is our typical contribution to the remuneration discussions, managing expectations, minimising mismatches and ensuring a positive outcome at the negotiation stage.
If you so wish, we will be pleased to take out formal references on the successful candidate on your behalf. (And before this, we always take out informal references and soundings on the final shortlisted candidates for you to consider).
In due course, we arrange at least one structured Review meeting or call with each client and new employee individually, to probe and verify and ensure that it's all "plain sailing".
And you'll also have the chance to tell us what you think: our Client Service Reviews are a continuing process to evaluate our performance and to avoid complacency.
With over 80 years combined experience, Parkinson|Lee are one of the most dynamic, professional and experienced teams of Search Consultants across Yorkshire
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This is probably a unique - and certainly a rare - market proposition, given our Assignments, operating level and the quality of our service. It enables us to offer those clients one central advantage: that for any company based in our region, recruiting in one of our functional specialisms and keen to use a highly professional firm on the doorstep, we offer an unrivalled knowledge of the local landscape and market networks - so often, we hit the ground running on your behalf.
But we also know that at the top table, talent transcends territories. When the Search demands it, therefore, we are also comfortable and capable of representing you powerfully across the UK. Across Europe. And across the globe.
In this context, Parkinson Lee offers ready access to a multi-national network of Executive Search Partner Companies and a multi-lingual range of Researchers. Whether it’s in Leeds or Lagos, Mexborough or Mexico, we talk the same language.
Many of our search assignments are confidential in nature and as such are not advertised so please do send us your CV or contact us as there may be other roles we are currently handling that may be right for you.
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Please note that any information provided here will be treated in the strictest of confidence
Thank you for registering your interest, we will be in touch soon.
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently looking to appoint an Interim Head of Group Tax for a global manufacturing organisation. The role will be based in the South Yorkshire head office, initially, the role will be on a 3-6 month contract.
Specifically, you will:
• Be responsible for ensuring group adheres to necessary tax regulatory filing requirements
• Identify, analyse and advise the business on the optimal tax efficiency of potential tax-sensitive transactions
• Consistently identify, assess and mitigate risk/exploit opportunities in line with the group’s tax strategy and governance policies to manage effective tax rates
• Be responsible for producing and communicating the accounting tax position on a timely and accurate basis
• Consider and recommend an appropriate strategic direction from a tax perspective for the future
• Promptly and accurately advise internal stakeholders on the impact of incoming legislative changes and effectively manage the impact on the business
• Implement tax planning efficiently and effectively, influencing and driving change within the business
• Research, prepare and present accurate and incisive technical reports to internal and external stakeholders tailoring appropriately for the end user
• Influence and negotiate with HMRC as necessary
• Provide constructive challenge to the management team where plans are unclear or pose financial risk(s), and proactively support them to find solutions
• Make a strong contribution to continuous improvement in the business unit and the wider finance team, identifying and implementing ways in which we can improve how effectively and efficiently we work.
• Ensure the business unit assets are safeguarded through effective authorisation and control procedures and ensuring adherence to group policies
• Manage or participate in ad hoc project activities as required
The successful candidate will be/have:
• A qualified Accountant
• A professional Tax qualification
• Significant amount of post qualification specialist tax experience
• Expert knowledge of UK Corporation tax, indirect tax and international tax regimes
• Excellent communication skills
Please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email for more information.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £500 - £700 Per Day
Location: South Yorkshire
Type: Contract
Ref Number: ESLB-28363
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently looking to appoint an Interim Head of Group Tax for a global manufacturing organisation. The role will be based in the South Yorkshire head office, initially, the role will be on a 3-6 month contract.
Specifically, you will:
• Be responsible for ensuring group adheres to necessary tax regulatory filing requirements
• Identify, analyse and advise the business on the optimal tax efficiency of potential tax-sensitive transactions
• Consistently identify, assess and mitigate risk/exploit opportunities in line with the group’s tax strategy and governance policies to manage effective tax rates
• Be responsible for producing and communicating the accounting tax position on a timely and accurate basis
• Consider and recommend an appropriate strategic direction from a tax perspective for the future
• Promptly and accurately advise internal stakeholders on the impact of incoming legislative changes and effectively manage the impact on the business
• Implement tax planning efficiently and effectively, influencing and driving change within the business
• Research, prepare and present accurate and incisive technical reports to internal and external stakeholders tailoring appropriately for the end user
• Influence and negotiate with HMRC as necessary
• Provide constructive challenge to the management team where plans are unclear or pose financial risk(s), and proactively support them to find solutions
• Make a strong contribution to continuous improvement in the business unit and the wider finance team, identifying and implementing ways in which we can improve how effectively and efficiently we work.
• Ensure the business unit assets are safeguarded through effective authorisation and control procedures and ensuring adherence to group policies
• Manage or participate in ad hoc project activities as required
The successful candidate will be/have:
• A qualified Accountant
• A professional Tax qualification
• Significant amount of post qualification specialist tax experience
• Expert knowledge of UK Corporation tax, indirect tax and international tax regimes
• Excellent communication skills
Please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email for more information.
ApplyAssignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to Aegeus Industries in the appointment of a Group Finance Director (Group FD).
Aegeus Industries (trading as Spooner Industries and Dowson Food Machinery), is a Privately Owned £30m turnover Group that specializes in the manufacture of Processing Equipment and Food Machinery, suppling to large end users on an international and domestic basis.
Spooner Industries represents circa 80% of group turnover; providing custom designed solutions around the world for the principle market sectors of food, paper, non-wovens, metals, converting and environmental. Since 1932, Spooner Industries has been a leading innovator in air movement and heat transfer technology. Engineering industrial process machinery such as tunnel ovens, air flotation dryers, coolers, provers, air turns, stabilisers, oxidiser, solvent recovery systems, energy and heat recovery equipment.
Dowson Food Machinery was established in 1983 under the skilled entrepreneurship of founder John Murgatroyd, and quickly became established as providing quality British engineering solutions to complex bakery challenges. Dowson Food Machinery supplies bespoke equipment and service to many of the leading UK bakery groups in addition to smaller independent and artisan bakeries. In addition to supplying to the UK, Dowson Food machinery also exports specially designed machines around the world.
Aegeus Industries is currently in a period of transition. A new CEO was appointed 6 months ago to modernize the group and deliver a strategic growth strategy. As part of the Group’s vision, the CEO is now looking to develop a Group Leadership Team, and as such, the opportunity has arisen for a Group FD.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will sit on the Group Board and will be instrumental in the continued success and growth of the Group.
Specifically, you will:
-Oversee all aspects of financial management for the group
-Work closely with the Group CEO and other Executive Stakeholders in the continued successful recovery and growth of the group
-Be responsible for all key external relationships and act as primary point of contact for the following stakeholders:
~Group bankers
~External auditors
~Lawyers as Necessary
~External credit insurance organisations – if necessary
~Insurance brokers
~Financial institutions
-Control the costs on all customer projects to ensure the margin is protected, and that projects are delivered on time
-Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and providing commentary thereon.
-Oversee and take a lead role in the annual budget preparation process, including the production of the budget model and scenario planning thereon. In addition to the annual process, the individual will be expected to apply the same rigorous approach to the periodic forecasting process.
-Oversee the conduct of the annual audit process and the production of the annual financial statements
-Attend, as a member of the Group Board, the monthly Group board meetings and providing the board with appropriate levels of analysis and explanation as to the performance of the group and its component parts.
-Work closely with the CEO and attend the management meetings of the individual trading subsidiaries and challenging the performance as part of these meetings.
-Closely manage the groups cashflows, working capital facilities and bank position to ensure cashflow is constantly monitored within borrowing limits.
-Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and customers. Able to attend supplier and customer meetings when necessary and behave in such a way as to effectively project the interests of the Group.
-Support the Group’s sales function in order to help it meet its current and future aspirations.
-Provide ad hoc support, both financial and commercial, to both the CEO and other directors in place throughout the Group.
-Ensure that the group meets it’s reporting and compliance requirements in respect of statutory entities, including but not limited to HMRC.
-Lead the annual insurance renewal process and seek to obtain best value from the process.
The successful candidate will have:
-A successful track record within the manufacturing sector (ideally within international experience)
-Strong leadership capability; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction
-Experience of projects and project costing
-A proven track record as a FD
-Extensive experience and a naturally ability as a trusted business partner to a CEO/MD
-Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially liaise across all areas of the business
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a pivotal role, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a fast paced and dynamic organisation, then please get in contact with Zoe Sullivan at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email [type] => Permanent [location] => Ilkley [dateposted] => 2019-02-13 05:16:07 [priority] => 0 [broadcast] => Executive Search [salary_currency] => gbp [salary_from] => 80000 [salary_to] => 100000 [salary_per] => annum [salary_benefits] => Executive Benefits [salary] => Executive Benefits [ordering] => 2 [sticky] => 0 [postcode] => WF1 2UN [brand] => pl [lat] => 53.6991 [lng] => -1.50932 [homepage] => 1 [status] => 0 [job_posted] => 19-12-2018 [branded] => [employerID] => [completed] => [managerName] => Lee Bhandal [manager] => Array ( [1] => [6] => 07590 529 274 [3] =>Lee Bhandal is our Managing Partner.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: Executive Benefits
Location: Ilkley
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-27786
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to Aegeus Industries in the appointment of a Group Finance Director (Group FD).
Aegeus Industries (trading as Spooner Industries and Dowson Food Machinery), is a Privately Owned £30m turnover Group that specializes in the manufacture of Processing Equipment and Food Machinery, suppling to large end users on an international and domestic basis.
Spooner Industries represents circa 80% of group turnover; providing custom designed solutions around the world for the principle market sectors of food, paper, non-wovens, metals, converting and environmental. Since 1932, Spooner Industries has been a leading innovator in air movement and heat transfer technology. Engineering industrial process machinery such as tunnel ovens, air flotation dryers, coolers, provers, air turns, stabilisers, oxidiser, solvent recovery systems, energy and heat recovery equipment.
Dowson Food Machinery was established in 1983 under the skilled entrepreneurship of founder John Murgatroyd, and quickly became established as providing quality British engineering solutions to complex bakery challenges. Dowson Food Machinery supplies bespoke equipment and service to many of the leading UK bakery groups in addition to smaller independent and artisan bakeries. In addition to supplying to the UK, Dowson Food machinery also exports specially designed machines around the world.
Aegeus Industries is currently in a period of transition. A new CEO was appointed 6 months ago to modernize the group and deliver a strategic growth strategy. As part of the Group’s vision, the CEO is now looking to develop a Group Leadership Team, and as such, the opportunity has arisen for a Group FD.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will sit on the Group Board and will be instrumental in the continued success and growth of the Group.
Specifically, you will:
-Oversee all aspects of financial management for the group
-Work closely with the Group CEO and other Executive Stakeholders in the continued successful recovery and growth of the group
-Be responsible for all key external relationships and act as primary point of contact for the following stakeholders:
~Group bankers
~External auditors
~Lawyers as Necessary
~External credit insurance organisations – if necessary
~Insurance brokers
~Financial institutions
-Control the costs on all customer projects to ensure the margin is protected, and that projects are delivered on time
-Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and providing commentary thereon.
-Oversee and take a lead role in the annual budget preparation process, including the production of the budget model and scenario planning thereon. In addition to the annual process, the individual will be expected to apply the same rigorous approach to the periodic forecasting process.
-Oversee the conduct of the annual audit process and the production of the annual financial statements
-Attend, as a member of the Group Board, the monthly Group board meetings and providing the board with appropriate levels of analysis and explanation as to the performance of the group and its component parts.
-Work closely with the CEO and attend the management meetings of the individual trading subsidiaries and challenging the performance as part of these meetings.
-Closely manage the groups cashflows, working capital facilities and bank position to ensure cashflow is constantly monitored within borrowing limits.
-Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and customers. Able to attend supplier and customer meetings when necessary and behave in such a way as to effectively project the interests of the Group.
-Support the Group’s sales function in order to help it meet its current and future aspirations.
-Provide ad hoc support, both financial and commercial, to both the CEO and other directors in place throughout the Group.
-Ensure that the group meets it’s reporting and compliance requirements in respect of statutory entities, including but not limited to HMRC.
-Lead the annual insurance renewal process and seek to obtain best value from the process.
The successful candidate will have:
-A successful track record within the manufacturing sector (ideally within international experience)
-Strong leadership capability; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction
-Experience of projects and project costing
-A proven track record as a FD
-Extensive experience and a naturally ability as a trusted business partner to a CEO/MD
-Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially liaise across all areas of the business
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a pivotal role, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a fast paced and dynamic organisation, then please get in contact with Zoe Sullivan at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
ApplyAssignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to a highly entrepreneurial £90million turnover business within the contracting and construction sector, in the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Our client is an ambitious and successful organisation that has delivered consistent profitable growth since being established over 30 years ago.
The business has an outstanding reputation for quality, this in part has led to a doubling of turnover in recent years, as they have expanded their client base across the UK.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO will sit on the Group Board and will be instrumental in the continued growth and success of the business.
Specifically, you will:
• Oversee all aspects of Finance, IT, HR, Payroll and Procurement (team of circa 15)
• Attend, as a member of the Group Board, the monthly Group board meetings and providing the board with appropriate levels of analysis and explanation as to the performance of the group and its component parts.
• Work closely with the CEO and attend the management meetings of the individual trading subsidiaries and challenge the performance as part of these meetings.
• Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and customers, and attending, when relevant, supplier and customer meetings, behaving in such a way as to effectively protect the interests of the Group.
• Support the Group’s sales function in order to help it meet its future aspirations.
• Work closely with the Group Treasurer in the management of the groups cashflows, working capital facilities and bank position to ensure cashflow is constantly monitored within borrowing limits.
• Be responsible for all key external stakeholder relationships and the primary point of contact for investors, banks, auditors, lawyers, credit and insurance
• Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and providing commentary thereon.
• Oversee and take a lead role in the annual budget preparation process, including the production of the budget model and scenario planning thereon. In addition to the annual process, the individual will be expected to apply the same rigorous approach to the periodic forecasting process.
• Oversee the annual audit process and the production of the annual financial statements
• Provide ad hoc support, both financial and commercial, to both the CEO and other directors in place throughout the Group.
• Ensure that the group meets it’s reporting and compliance requirements in respect of statutory entities, including but not limited to HMRC.
• Provide leadership in respect of commercial bonding facilities (performance and payment) and provide indicative bond pricing quotes as part of the tendering process
• Liaise with the Group’s tenants within its property estate.
• Lead the annual insurance renewal process and seek to obtain best value from the process.
The successful candidate will have:
• A solid understanding of the Contracting or Construction sector
• Strong leadership capability; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction
• A proven track record as a CFO/FD
• Extensive experience and a naturally ability as a trusted business partner to a CEO/MD
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially liaise across all areas of the business
• Experience managing mult-functional teams
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a pivotal role on the Group Board, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a fast paced and dynamic organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £110000 - £125000 Per Annum + Executive Benefits
Location: Yorkshire
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-27835
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to a highly entrepreneurial £90million turnover business within the contracting and construction sector, in the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Our client is an ambitious and successful organisation that has delivered consistent profitable growth since being established over 30 years ago.
The business has an outstanding reputation for quality, this in part has led to a doubling of turnover in recent years, as they have expanded their client base across the UK.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO will sit on the Group Board and will be instrumental in the continued growth and success of the business.
Specifically, you will:
• Oversee all aspects of Finance, IT, HR, Payroll and Procurement (team of circa 15)
• Attend, as a member of the Group Board, the monthly Group board meetings and providing the board with appropriate levels of analysis and explanation as to the performance of the group and its component parts.
• Work closely with the CEO and attend the management meetings of the individual trading subsidiaries and challenge the performance as part of these meetings.
• Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and customers, and attending, when relevant, supplier and customer meetings, behaving in such a way as to effectively protect the interests of the Group.
• Support the Group’s sales function in order to help it meet its future aspirations.
• Work closely with the Group Treasurer in the management of the groups cashflows, working capital facilities and bank position to ensure cashflow is constantly monitored within borrowing limits.
• Be responsible for all key external stakeholder relationships and the primary point of contact for investors, banks, auditors, lawyers, credit and insurance
• Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and providing commentary thereon.
• Oversee and take a lead role in the annual budget preparation process, including the production of the budget model and scenario planning thereon. In addition to the annual process, the individual will be expected to apply the same rigorous approach to the periodic forecasting process.
• Oversee the annual audit process and the production of the annual financial statements
• Provide ad hoc support, both financial and commercial, to both the CEO and other directors in place throughout the Group.
• Ensure that the group meets it’s reporting and compliance requirements in respect of statutory entities, including but not limited to HMRC.
• Provide leadership in respect of commercial bonding facilities (performance and payment) and provide indicative bond pricing quotes as part of the tendering process
• Liaise with the Group’s tenants within its property estate.
• Lead the annual insurance renewal process and seek to obtain best value from the process.
The successful candidate will have:
• A solid understanding of the Contracting or Construction sector
• Strong leadership capability; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction
• A proven track record as a CFO/FD
• Extensive experience and a naturally ability as a trusted business partner to a CEO/MD
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially liaise across all areas of the business
• Experience managing mult-functional teams
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a pivotal role on the Group Board, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a fast paced and dynamic organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
ApplyAssignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
Please register for executive opportunities
Please note that any information provided here will be treated in the strictest of confidence
Thank you for registering your interest, we will be in touch soon.
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as the retained partner to Tunstall Healthcare Group Ltd, in the appointment of a Managing Director – UK and Ireland.
Tunstall are a profitable private equity owned, global group operating in more than 50 countries and employing approximately 2,800 people. Group turnover in 2017 was approximately £240m, with the UK & Ireland contributing circa £70 million.
Over the last sixty years, Tunstall has pioneered the use of technology to enable independent living, creating the Connected Healthcare industry as we know it today, and supporting more than five million people and their families across the world.
Tunstall blend British design and manufacturing with externally sourced innovation to create a cost-effective portfolio of services, underpinned by their global experience of enhancing care in the home.
As the digital opportunity accelerates the speed of change, Tunstall continue to work in partnership with their customers to develop more ground-breaking and innovative, life changing solutions.
Tunstall have a clear strategic plan in place, and are looking to grow significantly across the UK & Ireland, as such an opportunity now exists for a Managing Director - UK & Ireland.
Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Managing Director will play a lead role in the transformation and growth of business. This is a key strategic appointment for the group, and an opportunity for the right individual to make a real impact on business growth and success.
Key Deliverables will Include:
• Ensuring there is continuous profitable growth of the Tunstall business in the UK & Ireland
• Positioning Tunstall as the market leader both in the numerical definition but also as a thought leader and ‘trusted advisor’ whose opinion is valued by all stakeholders in their market place
• Full P&L responsibility for the business in the UK & Ireland
• Providing overall leadership to the UK & Ireland/Regional team and ensure employees have the right competencies and capabilities within a right sized organization to deliver the agreed financial goals in the short, medium and long term
• Establishing and maintaining strong customer, governmental and professional association relationships at the senior leader level
• Ensuring Tunstall operate within all legal, financial & regulatory laws and statutes, adhering to any code of conduct which may be in place for their industry or country
• Supporting the overall process of management and corporate decision-making to ensure the organisation maximise its short, medium and long-term profitability and shareholders returns.
• Effectively implement changes decided by the Company
The successful candidate will be a graduate, and preferably MBA qualified Managing Director with:
• A minimum of 12 years in commercial business demonstrating career progression through multiple roles of increasing responsibility aligned with a proven track record of success
• Experience of delivering results in a multi- national matrixed organisation
• Evidence of managerial integrity throughout career
• Experience Ideally gained within 2- 3 different companies at senior management level
• International experience
• Strong leadership capability and track record; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction of a business
• Experience in managing people & businesses through organisational change
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially navigate across all areas of the business, with a tailored and polished management style.
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role with the Tunstall Group, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the future growth of the business across the UK & Ireland, and Globally.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: Significant Six Figure Base + Executive Benefits
Location: Goole
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-26258
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as the retained partner to Tunstall Healthcare Group Ltd, in the appointment of a Managing Director – UK and Ireland.
Tunstall are a profitable private equity owned, global group operating in more than 50 countries and employing approximately 2,800 people. Group turnover in 2017 was approximately £240m, with the UK & Ireland contributing circa £70 million.
Over the last sixty years, Tunstall has pioneered the use of technology to enable independent living, creating the Connected Healthcare industry as we know it today, and supporting more than five million people and their families across the world.
Tunstall blend British design and manufacturing with externally sourced innovation to create a cost-effective portfolio of services, underpinned by their global experience of enhancing care in the home.
As the digital opportunity accelerates the speed of change, Tunstall continue to work in partnership with their customers to develop more ground-breaking and innovative, life changing solutions.
Tunstall have a clear strategic plan in place, and are looking to grow significantly across the UK & Ireland, as such an opportunity now exists for a Managing Director - UK & Ireland.
Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Managing Director will play a lead role in the transformation and growth of business. This is a key strategic appointment for the group, and an opportunity for the right individual to make a real impact on business growth and success.
Key Deliverables will Include:
• Ensuring there is continuous profitable growth of the Tunstall business in the UK & Ireland
• Positioning Tunstall as the market leader both in the numerical definition but also as a thought leader and ‘trusted advisor’ whose opinion is valued by all stakeholders in their market place
• Full P&L responsibility for the business in the UK & Ireland
• Providing overall leadership to the UK & Ireland/Regional team and ensure employees have the right competencies and capabilities within a right sized organization to deliver the agreed financial goals in the short, medium and long term
• Establishing and maintaining strong customer, governmental and professional association relationships at the senior leader level
• Ensuring Tunstall operate within all legal, financial & regulatory laws and statutes, adhering to any code of conduct which may be in place for their industry or country
• Supporting the overall process of management and corporate decision-making to ensure the organisation maximise its short, medium and long-term profitability and shareholders returns.
• Effectively implement changes decided by the Company
The successful candidate will be a graduate, and preferably MBA qualified Managing Director with:
• A minimum of 12 years in commercial business demonstrating career progression through multiple roles of increasing responsibility aligned with a proven track record of success
• Experience of delivering results in a multi- national matrixed organisation
• Evidence of managerial integrity throughout career
• Experience Ideally gained within 2- 3 different companies at senior management level
• International experience
• Strong leadership capability and track record; able to set and execute the strategic vision and direction of a business
• Experience in managing people & businesses through organisational change
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – able to confidentially navigate across all areas of the business, with a tailored and polished management style.
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role with the Tunstall Group, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the future growth of the business across the UK & Ireland, and Globally.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to Facade and Glazing Solutions UK (FGS) in the appointment of a Managing Director.
Headquartered in Rotherham, FGS is part of the private investment group CoBe Capital.
CoBe Capital specialises in the acquisition and operation of corporate divestitures and, as a family office and unlike many Private Equity Firms, invests with the intent to grow these businesses for the long term.
With a turnover of circa £70 million, FGS is a leading provider of contracting, commercial glazing, and insurance services in the UK market. For more than 25 years, FGS has developed long-lasting, strategic relationships with some of the largest and most reputable companies in the country and partners with main contractors, leading insurers, facilities managers, and property owners to provide a complete ‘glazing’ building life cycle solution.
Following the recent acquisition by CoBe, the management team and CoBe capital have initiated an ambitious transformation to further build the market position and to enhance sustainable financial performance. FGS are now looking to appoint a Managing Director who will lead FGS in the long term, and who will shape and deliver the transformation with a true owners’ perspective.
Reporting to CoBe Capital, the Managing Director will be responsible for the overall success of the enterprise and will control and oversee all business operations, people, and ventures.
Key accountabilities will include:
• Working side-by-side with the owner-representatives and the management team to develop and execute the company’s short, medium, and long-term business strategies
• Maintaining the well-established status of the company whilst exploiting opportunities to improve and establish best operational practice; having previously been run as a non-core business unit, there is significant opportunity to make a real impact and step change in business performance
• Leading the analysis and strategic redesign of some business segments whilst delivering improvements in operations and business processes
• Ensuring the FGS businesses operate cohesively whilst at the same time understanding the diversities within the business both geographically and culturally
• Maintaining a stable cash position in the short term whilst accomplishing quantum-leap improvements to create a sustainable, profitable business
• Developing the senior leadership team and empowering members thereof to lead their own teams in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment. Leading change from a corporate cultural environment towards a dynamic, independent, medium-sized institution with the owner’s perspective as a key paradigm
The successful candidate will a proven Managing Director with demonstrable experience in delivering strong strategic business plans, preferably in turnaround situations.
In particular, we are looking to for an individual with:
• A proven track record of operating as Managing Director within a similar sized organisation. In particular, we are keen to speak to individuals with expertise in the development and delivery of business strategy and operational improvement
• Demonstrable achievements in the successful turnaround of underperforming businesses whilst developing and motivating a first-class leadership and operational teams
• Outstanding commercial acumen with a solid understanding of ground working operations
• A hands-on commitment to making and following through with significant, strategic decisions with resolve - but based on truly comprehending key business drivers and issues first
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organisation, with the business owners, and business partners
• Intuitive understanding of operational and financial measures of performance, and a track record of delivering results
• Relevant experience in construction, construction materials, facilities management, large projects/contracts businesses or other relevant sectors (preferred although not essential; the calibre and track record of the individual is of higher importance)
The successful candidate will be a leader who will steer the company in the most profitable direction whilst also implementing its mission and long-term goals. A firm leader to the senior management team - who makes them true followers and attains top results without command and control.
To apply, or for a confidential discussion about the appointment, please contact Zoe Sullivan at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: Significant Six Figure Basic + Executive Benefits
Location: South Yorkshire
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-26834
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to Facade and Glazing Solutions UK (FGS) in the appointment of a Managing Director.
Headquartered in Rotherham, FGS is part of the private investment group CoBe Capital.
CoBe Capital specialises in the acquisition and operation of corporate divestitures and, as a family office and unlike many Private Equity Firms, invests with the intent to grow these businesses for the long term.
With a turnover of circa £70 million, FGS is a leading provider of contracting, commercial glazing, and insurance services in the UK market. For more than 25 years, FGS has developed long-lasting, strategic relationships with some of the largest and most reputable companies in the country and partners with main contractors, leading insurers, facilities managers, and property owners to provide a complete ‘glazing’ building life cycle solution.
Following the recent acquisition by CoBe, the management team and CoBe capital have initiated an ambitious transformation to further build the market position and to enhance sustainable financial performance. FGS are now looking to appoint a Managing Director who will lead FGS in the long term, and who will shape and deliver the transformation with a true owners’ perspective.
Reporting to CoBe Capital, the Managing Director will be responsible for the overall success of the enterprise and will control and oversee all business operations, people, and ventures.
Key accountabilities will include:
• Working side-by-side with the owner-representatives and the management team to develop and execute the company’s short, medium, and long-term business strategies
• Maintaining the well-established status of the company whilst exploiting opportunities to improve and establish best operational practice; having previously been run as a non-core business unit, there is significant opportunity to make a real impact and step change in business performance
• Leading the analysis and strategic redesign of some business segments whilst delivering improvements in operations and business processes
• Ensuring the FGS businesses operate cohesively whilst at the same time understanding the diversities within the business both geographically and culturally
• Maintaining a stable cash position in the short term whilst accomplishing quantum-leap improvements to create a sustainable, profitable business
• Developing the senior leadership team and empowering members thereof to lead their own teams in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment. Leading change from a corporate cultural environment towards a dynamic, independent, medium-sized institution with the owner’s perspective as a key paradigm
The successful candidate will a proven Managing Director with demonstrable experience in delivering strong strategic business plans, preferably in turnaround situations.
In particular, we are looking to for an individual with:
• A proven track record of operating as Managing Director within a similar sized organisation. In particular, we are keen to speak to individuals with expertise in the development and delivery of business strategy and operational improvement
• Demonstrable achievements in the successful turnaround of underperforming businesses whilst developing and motivating a first-class leadership and operational teams
• Outstanding commercial acumen with a solid understanding of ground working operations
• A hands-on commitment to making and following through with significant, strategic decisions with resolve - but based on truly comprehending key business drivers and issues first
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organisation, with the business owners, and business partners
• Intuitive understanding of operational and financial measures of performance, and a track record of delivering results
• Relevant experience in construction, construction materials, facilities management, large projects/contracts businesses or other relevant sectors (preferred although not essential; the calibre and track record of the individual is of higher importance)
The successful candidate will be a leader who will steer the company in the most profitable direction whilst also implementing its mission and long-term goals. A firm leader to the senior management team - who makes them true followers and attains top results without command and control.
To apply, or for a confidential discussion about the appointment, please contact Zoe Sullivan at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to TGW in the appointment of a Sales Director.
TGW are a US-Owned Group with revenues of circa $36 Million, they are global leaders in machine knife manufacturing, primarily to the food processing and packaging sectors. TGW are a business with a strong heritage and proud connection to the “Sheffield Steel” brand, a business that has been established for over 110 years with revenues more than £18M.
Earlier this year TGW were acquired by Blue Wold Capital Partners, a US Private Equity firm that endeavours to make transformational investments. Blue Wolf are an ethically minded Private Equity firm and are investing heavily in TGW to deliver long term, sustainable and profitable business growth.
It is expected that this growth will be delivered through 3 key areas:
- Future Acquisitions
- Significantly increasing manufacturing capacity
- Exponential sales growth across Europe and US
To maximise the Sales Growth, TGW are now looking to appoint a Sales Director to focus predominantly on the UK and European sales channels. Reporting directly to the Managing Director - UK, India & Europe, this Sales Director will play a pivotal role in the ongoing development and growth of TGW. This is a key strategic appointment and an opportunity for the right individual to put their own stamp on TGW’s Sales strategy, directly impact business performance, and experience a possible PE sale/exit.
Key Deliverables will include:
- Establish and Deliver a UK and European Sales strategy
- Change a sales culture – become a proactive Sales force
- Transform UK sales, which is currently declining for TGW due to the focus previously being on the US establishing a structure for future growth
- Working with the SLT to transform TGW to a forward-thinking business
The successful candidate will be/have:
- Proven track record of growing sales
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Change management experience
- A hands-on approach – able to get into the detail and lead by example
- Proven track record in UK and European sales
- A background in Engineering or technical sales is advantageous
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or apply via this advert. [type] => Permanent [location] => Sheffield [dateposted] => 2019-02-13 05:16:16 [priority] => 0 [broadcast] => Executive Search [salary_currency] => gbp [salary_from] => 80000 [salary_to] => 100000 [salary_per] => annum [salary_benefits] => DOE + Executive benefits package [salary] => gbp80000 - gbp100000 per annum + DOE + Executive benefits package [ordering] => 5 [sticky] => 0 [postcode] => [brand] => pl [lat] => [lng] => [homepage] => 1 [status] => 1 [job_posted] => 05-10-2018 [branded] => [employerID] => [completed] => [managerName] => Lee Bhandal [manager] => Array ( [1] => [6] => 07590 529 274 [3] =>Lee Bhandal is our Managing Partner.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £80000 - £100000 Per Annum + DOE + Executive Benefits Package
Location: Sheffield
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-27135
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of Elevation Recruitment Group, are the retained partner to TGW in the appointment of a Sales Director.
TGW are a US-Owned Group with revenues of circa $36 Million, they are global leaders in machine knife manufacturing, primarily to the food processing and packaging sectors. TGW are a business with a strong heritage and proud connection to the “Sheffield Steel” brand, a business that has been established for over 110 years with revenues more than £18M.
Earlier this year TGW were acquired by Blue Wold Capital Partners, a US Private Equity firm that endeavours to make transformational investments. Blue Wolf are an ethically minded Private Equity firm and are investing heavily in TGW to deliver long term, sustainable and profitable business growth.
It is expected that this growth will be delivered through 3 key areas:
- Future Acquisitions
- Significantly increasing manufacturing capacity
- Exponential sales growth across Europe and US
To maximise the Sales Growth, TGW are now looking to appoint a Sales Director to focus predominantly on the UK and European sales channels. Reporting directly to the Managing Director - UK, India & Europe, this Sales Director will play a pivotal role in the ongoing development and growth of TGW. This is a key strategic appointment and an opportunity for the right individual to put their own stamp on TGW’s Sales strategy, directly impact business performance, and experience a possible PE sale/exit.
Key Deliverables will include:
- Establish and Deliver a UK and European Sales strategy
- Change a sales culture – become a proactive Sales force
- Transform UK sales, which is currently declining for TGW due to the focus previously being on the US establishing a structure for future growth
- Working with the SLT to transform TGW to a forward-thinking business
The successful candidate will be/have:
- Proven track record of growing sales
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Change management experience
- A hands-on approach – able to get into the detail and lead by example
- Proven track record in UK and European sales
- A background in Engineering or technical sales is advantageous
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or apply via this advert.
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as retained partner to Pandrol UK Limited, in the appointment of a Commercial Director.
Pandrol UK Limited, part of the Delachaux Group, are a family owned business founded in 1902. They are a global leader in rail infrastructure, defining the industry standard for rail fastening systems and aluminothermic welding. Pandrol have manufactured rail fastenings since 1937, their unique design clearly differentiates the brand and business from its competitors, and offers an attractive solution for their customers in terms of service and aftercare.
Pandrol has undergone a global reorganisation over the last few years, and now operate across a matrix structure focussing on individual geographic markets. In the UK, Pandrol’s turnover is in excess of £60 million.
The current Commercial Director is due to retire in late 2018 and as such Pandrol UK are looking to appoint a new Commercial Director. Reporting to the Sales and Commercial Director EMEA, the Commercial Director will be a key member of UK Senior Leadership team.
With responsibility for a circa £40M global Supply Chain, the role will involve negotiation and management of domestic and overseas framework contracts and projects – currently valued in excess of £70M per annum.
Specifically, you will be:
• Responsible for managing all commercial activity including:
o Retaining framework contracts when under review
o Reviewing the market, to ensure that Pandrol has a competitive advantage
o Reviewing all costings, propositions and opportunities
• Developing the Commercial Strategy to grow the business
• Ensuring the business growth is profitable, and that this is accelerated through Commercial success
• Developing and maintaining key customer relationships – ensuring needs are met and business is maintained
• Working closely with Sales and Marketing to manage key customers (existing and new)
• Reviewing all existing products, services and markets
The ideal candidate will be/have:
• A demonstrable track record in senior Commercial roles, ideally within the rail sector
• Strong leadership skills and experience
• Outstanding interpersonal skills – able to influence and forge strong working relationships both internally and externally
• A self starter
• An influential and savvy negotiator - able to secure the best margins when winning business
• Commercially astute with a good understanding/appreciation of Contract Law
• Highly numerate and detail orientated
• An understanding of Engineering would be advantageous
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role within Pandrol’s UK management team; contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
This role is based in Worksop, South Yorkshire.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £90000 - £120000 Per Annum + Benefits
Location: Worksop
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-20890
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as retained partner to Pandrol UK Limited, in the appointment of a Commercial Director.
Pandrol UK Limited, part of the Delachaux Group, are a family owned business founded in 1902. They are a global leader in rail infrastructure, defining the industry standard for rail fastening systems and aluminothermic welding. Pandrol have manufactured rail fastenings since 1937, their unique design clearly differentiates the brand and business from its competitors, and offers an attractive solution for their customers in terms of service and aftercare.
Pandrol has undergone a global reorganisation over the last few years, and now operate across a matrix structure focussing on individual geographic markets. In the UK, Pandrol’s turnover is in excess of £60 million.
The current Commercial Director is due to retire in late 2018 and as such Pandrol UK are looking to appoint a new Commercial Director. Reporting to the Sales and Commercial Director EMEA, the Commercial Director will be a key member of UK Senior Leadership team.
With responsibility for a circa £40M global Supply Chain, the role will involve negotiation and management of domestic and overseas framework contracts and projects – currently valued in excess of £70M per annum.
Specifically, you will be:
• Responsible for managing all commercial activity including:
o Retaining framework contracts when under review
o Reviewing the market, to ensure that Pandrol has a competitive advantage
o Reviewing all costings, propositions and opportunities
• Developing the Commercial Strategy to grow the business
• Ensuring the business growth is profitable, and that this is accelerated through Commercial success
• Developing and maintaining key customer relationships – ensuring needs are met and business is maintained
• Working closely with Sales and Marketing to manage key customers (existing and new)
• Reviewing all existing products, services and markets
The ideal candidate will be/have:
• A demonstrable track record in senior Commercial roles, ideally within the rail sector
• Strong leadership skills and experience
• Outstanding interpersonal skills – able to influence and forge strong working relationships both internally and externally
• A self starter
• An influential and savvy negotiator - able to secure the best margins when winning business
• Commercially astute with a good understanding/appreciation of Contract Law
• Highly numerate and detail orientated
• An understanding of Engineering would be advantageous
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role within Pandrol’s UK management team; contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
This role is based in Worksop, South Yorkshire.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium brand organisation, then please get in contact with Vicki Banks at Parkinson Lee on 01709 303330 or email
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently partnering a Major UK FMCG Organisation in the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller to be based in West Yorkshire. Initially on a 3-month contract.
Reporting to the CFO Key Responsibilities will include:
• Weekly and monthly group reporting
• Cash flow forecasting and working capital management
• Managing a finance team of circa 20 colleagues to include reporting, AP and AR
• Group treasury including foreign exchange and banking relationships
The successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional with a track record of completing interim assignments at the Financial Controller/Director level, ideally within the FMCG sector. In addition, you will have a strong technical finance background, ideally ACA Qualified, with proven experience of managing and leading sizeable finance functions.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £400 - £500 Per Day
Location: West Yorkshire
Type: Temporary
Ref Number: ESLB-25734
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently partnering a Major UK FMCG Organisation in the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller to be based in West Yorkshire. Initially on a 3-month contract. Reporting to the CFO Key Responsibilities will include:• Weekly and monthly group reporting• Cash flow forecasting and working capital management• Managing a finance team of circa 20 colleagues to include reporting, AP and AR• Group treasury including foreign exchange and banking relationshipsThe successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional with a track record of completing interim assignments at the Financial Controller/Director level, ideally within the FMCG sector. In addition, you will have a strong technical finance background, ideally ACA Qualified, with proven experience of managing and leading sizeable finance functions.
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search are currently looking to appoint an Interim CFO on behalf of a significant manufacturing/engineering organisation based in South Yorkshire.
Reporting to the CEO, an opportunity now exists for a new CFO to join the board of business and play a key role in the successful turnaround of the company. The role will take full ownership for the full day to day financial management of the group. Leading a team of 22 the key responsibilities will include:
Planning:
• Assist in formulating the Group’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
• Develop financial and tax strategies
• Manage the Capex and budgeting processes
• Develop and maintain performance measures that support the Group’s strategic direction
Operations:
• Participate in key decisions as a member of the Group Board
• Maintain in-depth relationships with all members of the management team
• Manage key stakeholder relationships including the financiers and auditors • Maintain rigorous control over costs
• Manage FX hedging and export finance transactions (to protect the profit levels resulting from long term commitments) so as to ensure achievement of the forex benefits in the budget
• Ensure invoices are issued on time and controls in place to ensure queries are resolved and cash is received in line with the contract terms
• Maintain and enhance the Group’s finance policies
• Manage the finance, accounting, payroll and IT teams
• Manage the financial operations of subsidiary companies and foreign operations
• Implement finance best practices
Financial Information:
• Oversee the issuance of financial information
• Report financial results to the Group and Executive Boards
• Provide the required reports on schedule to the Asset Based Lender
• Provide accounts and KPIs for the Board report in line with the Group Board calendar.
• Produce statutory accounts
• Undertake cash and working capital management and reporting as required under the ABL agreement
• Support the control and reporting of project initiatives
Risk Management:
• Construct and monitor reliable financial control systems
• Maintain appropriate insurance cover
• Ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
• Report risk issues to the Group board
• Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their recommendations and findings
• Maintain a currency hedging policy and ensure compliance
Funding:
• Monitor cash balances and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts
• Develop funding solutions to meet the needs of the Group
• Negotiate and maintain financing facilities
The successful candidate will be a proven professional interim CFO/Finance Director with a substantial track record of financial management within the Manufacturing Sector, ideally gained within an exporting environment.
Proven transformational leadership experience is a must and in addition business turnaround and international trade/exporting would be a distinct advantage.
In addition the successful CFO will have a demonstrable track record of managing and leading banking and financing relationships.
You will have first rate interpersonal and communications skills and possess the knowledge, gravitas and professionalism to build relationships quickly and influence at all levels both internally and with a range of external stakeholders.
For a confidential conversation about this opportunity please call Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee Executive Search on 01709 723216, or click apply.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: Depending On Experience
Location: South Yorkshire
Type: Temporary
Ref Number: ESLB-24240
Parkinson Lee Executive Search are currently looking to appoint an Interim CFO on behalf of a significant manufacturing/engineering organisation based in South Yorkshire.
Reporting to the CEO, an opportunity now exists for a new CFO to join the board of business and play a key role in the successful turnaround of the company. The role will take full ownership for the full day to day financial management of the group. Leading a team of 22 the key responsibilities will include:
Planning:
• Assist in formulating the Group’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
• Develop financial and tax strategies
• Manage the Capex and budgeting processes
• Develop and maintain performance measures that support the Group’s strategic direction
Operations:
• Participate in key decisions as a member of the Group Board
• Maintain in-depth relationships with all members of the management team
• Manage key stakeholder relationships including the financiers and auditors • Maintain rigorous control over costs
• Manage FX hedging and export finance transactions (to protect the profit levels resulting from long term commitments) so as to ensure achievement of the forex benefits in the budget
• Ensure invoices are issued on time and controls in place to ensure queries are resolved and cash is received in line with the contract terms
• Maintain and enhance the Group’s finance policies
• Manage the finance, accounting, payroll and IT teams
• Manage the financial operations of subsidiary companies and foreign operations
• Implement finance best practices
Financial Information:
• Oversee the issuance of financial information
• Report financial results to the Group and Executive Boards
• Provide the required reports on schedule to the Asset Based Lender
• Provide accounts and KPIs for the Board report in line with the Group Board calendar.
• Produce statutory accounts
• Undertake cash and working capital management and reporting as required under the ABL agreement
• Support the control and reporting of project initiatives
Risk Management:
• Construct and monitor reliable financial control systems
• Maintain appropriate insurance cover
• Ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
• Report risk issues to the Group board
• Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their recommendations and findings
• Maintain a currency hedging policy and ensure compliance
Funding:
• Monitor cash balances and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts
• Develop funding solutions to meet the needs of the Group
• Negotiate and maintain financing facilities
The successful candidate will be a proven professional interim CFO/Finance Director with a substantial track record of financial management within the Manufacturing Sector, ideally gained within an exporting environment.
Proven transformational leadership experience is a must and in addition business turnaround and international trade/exporting would be a distinct advantage.
In addition the successful CFO will have a demonstrable track record of managing and leading banking and financing relationships.
You will have first rate interpersonal and communications skills and possess the knowledge, gravitas and professionalism to build relationships quickly and influence at all levels both internally and with a range of external stakeholders.
For a confidential conversation about this opportunity please call Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee Executive Search on 01709 723216, or click apply.
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to a Global Engineering / Manufacturing organisation in the appointment of a Managing Director (MD) based in South Yorkshire.
Due to significant success and planned future growth our client is looking to strengthen the senior leadership team with an experienced Managing Director who will have full autonomy to develop the business, which has already has an outstanding reputation for its products, whilst driving programmes for continued change and improved performance.
Reporting into the Chief Executive Officer you will oversee the operations (circa 450 employees), with full P&L responsibility for the business ensuring the company is well-positioned to achieve its short-term and long-term objectives and does not diverge from its strategic guidelines.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Preparation and implementation of comprehensive business plans to drive achievement of profit and EBITDA
Working collaboratively with the CEO and the divisional board to maximise business performance, market opportunities and stakeholder engagement.
Ensuring the business strategy is communicated fully throughout the organisation, maintaining alignment and congruence across operations, engineering, finance, logistics, sales and other functions operational plans.
Communicating and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders including national and local government, Trade Unions, regulatory authorities, customers and our communities.
Acting as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile
The successful candidate will be an inspirational leader, driven by business performance, you will engage, lead, coach, mentor and develop a highly committed and skilled management team to reach their full potential.
You will have proven experience as Managing Director or General Manager within an engineering or manufacturing business, be a graduate, with an MBA or equivalent, as well as proven demonstrable experience in developing and leading businesses operating in a highly competitive environment.
Experience of business turnaround would be advantageous.
You will be an outstanding leader, with a passion for developing people, whilst maintaining the commitment to make difficult decisions as necessary.
Highly commercial, strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance, with outstanding customer focus
This is a particularly important and exciting time to join a highly entrepreneurial and fast paced organisation and to play an important role in driving change and delivering profitable growth.
This position will be based in South Yorkshire with regular travel to other markets.
For a confidential discussion on this appointment please contact Lee Bhandal @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 303 330 /
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Salary: £Six Figure Package To Attract The Best
Location: South Yorkshire
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-25007
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to a Global Engineering / Manufacturing organisation in the appointment of a Managing Director (MD) based in South Yorkshire.
Due to significant success and planned future growth our client is looking to strengthen the senior leadership team with an experienced Managing Director who will have full autonomy to develop the business, which has already has an outstanding reputation for its products, whilst driving programmes for continued change and improved performance.
Reporting into the Chief Executive Officer you will oversee the operations (circa 450 employees), with full P&L responsibility for the business ensuring the company is well-positioned to achieve its short-term and long-term objectives and does not diverge from its strategic guidelines.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Preparation and implementation of comprehensive business plans to drive achievement of profit and EBITDA
Working collaboratively with the CEO and the divisional board to maximise business performance, market opportunities and stakeholder engagement.
Ensuring the business strategy is communicated fully throughout the organisation, maintaining alignment and congruence across operations, engineering, finance, logistics, sales and other functions operational plans.
Communicating and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders including national and local government, Trade Unions, regulatory authorities, customers and our communities.
Acting as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile
The successful candidate will be an inspirational leader, driven by business performance, you will engage, lead, coach, mentor and develop a highly committed and skilled management team to reach their full potential.
You will have proven experience as Managing Director or General Manager within an engineering or manufacturing business, be a graduate, with an MBA or equivalent, as well as proven demonstrable experience in developing and leading businesses operating in a highly competitive environment.
Experience of business turnaround would be advantageous.
You will be an outstanding leader, with a passion for developing people, whilst maintaining the commitment to make difficult decisions as necessary.
Highly commercial, strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance, with outstanding customer focus
This is a particularly important and exciting time to join a highly entrepreneurial and fast paced organisation and to play an important role in driving change and delivering profitable growth.
This position will be based in South Yorkshire with regular travel to other markets.
For a confidential discussion on this appointment please contact Lee Bhandal @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 303 330 /
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search are partnering with a significant utilities organisation in the appointment of an Interim Group Financial Controller / Finance Transformation Lead for a 6 month contract
Reporting to the Managing Director you will take the lead in the finance transformation
project together with business usual duties as detailed below;
Oversight and governance of business reporting, planning processes ensuring strong financial controls over expenditure, reporting, hedging, budgeting and cash management.
Enhancement of existing finance processes, IT systems and procedures to ensure efficient integration of acquisitions and implementation of best practice are achieved.
Leading and developing a team of 7 in the Shared Services finance team and asset specific finance teams.
Overseeing the execution of tax strategy at UK level and tax compliance activities
Assisting with financing activities as required
For a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Martin @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233 /
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Salary: £650 - £750 Per Day
Location: East Riding of Yorkshire
Type: Contract
Ref Number: ESCM-17856
Parkinson Lee Executive Search are partnering with a significant utilities organisation in the appointment of an Interim Group Financial Controller / Finance Transformation Lead for a 6 month contract
Reporting to the Managing Director you will take the lead in the finance transformation
project together with business usual duties as detailed below;
Oversight and governance of business reporting, planning processes ensuring strong financial controls over expenditure, reporting, hedging, budgeting and cash management.
Enhancement of existing finance processes, IT systems and procedures to ensure efficient integration of acquisitions and implementation of best practice are achieved.
Leading and developing a team of 7 in the Shared Services finance team and asset specific finance teams.
Overseeing the execution of tax strategy at UK level and tax compliance activities
Assisting with financing activities as required
For a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Martin @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233 /
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to Aalberts Industries in the appointment of an Head of Product Management - Valve Technology, based at the UK Head Office in Doncaster.
Aalberts Industries is a technology company building leading niche market positions in defined businesses focusing on ten end markets. With some 14,700 employees, we operate from more than 200 locations in more than 30 countries and a revenue exceeding 2,5 billon EUR with excellent margins. www.aalberts.com. Building Installations is one of the biggest segments within Aalberts Industries.
Building Installations
Their extended portfolio in metal and plastic -with all relevant connection techniques- is used for new build, renovation, repair and maintenance. Their systems are designed to offer installers faster, easier, safer and more qualitative mountings. Strong partnerships with distributors and wholesalers enable us to offer a worldwide distribution network for installers and contractors. They make use of strong sales organisations that combine innovation and local application expertise with powerful technology brands. This set-up enables benefits to be realised in market approach, customer service, logistics and distribution.
Integrated Piping Systems
Their ambition is that in three years AI Building Installations Europe will be a leading company in Integrated Piping Systems by offering a full range of Connection Technology combined with an outstanding Valve portfolio. As Head of Product Management it will be your responsibility to contribute to the growth of the brand Pegler Yorkshire for Valve Technology achieving a leading position in Europe, www.pegleryorkshire.co.uk.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible to identify and constantly clean our current product portfolio based on the product lifecycle. With your experience, technical knowledge and understanding of the market you determine the way forward and determine which products are essential to extend the product range in Valve technology for now and for the future.
In the beginning the focus will be on the HVAC market but later in time also valves related to the industrial market will be added. You are the linking pin between Sales, Research & Development and the factories. Technical knowledge combined with a commercial touch are essential for this position.
Specifically, you will:
• Determine and execute market approach policy concerning products and pricing.
• Determine strategic direction for Valve Technology Building Installations Europe.
• Establish, maintain and implement product plans for new and existing products.
• Life cycle management.
• Maintain up to date records on competitor activity.
• Offer support to sales, marketing and other internal departments
• Renew the product portfolio based on market information and market analyses.
• Responsible for organizing and leading product launches, product introductions and
product presentations for customers in close cooperation with Marketing and Sales.
The successful candidate will be an experienced Head of Product Management with:
• Higher education/university degree
• Technical background combined with commercial skills
• Understanding of the HVAC market
• Background and experience within installation technology (Valves), the market and
applications
• Thinks big, UK but also Europe orientated
• Seniority, passionate, driven and creative
• Proactive, energetic, always searching for improvement
• Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude
• Willing to travel within Europe
This is an outstanding career opportunity to be an entrepreneur, take ownership, go for excellence, share & learn and act with integrity, that are Aalberts Industries values.
For more information please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 or email
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Salary: Executive Benefits
Location: Doncaster
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-24751
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to Aalberts Industries in the appointment of an Head of Product Management - Valve Technology, based at the UK Head Office in Doncaster.
Aalberts Industries is a technology company building leading niche market positions in defined businesses focusing on ten end markets. With some 14,700 employees, we operate from more than 200 locations in more than 30 countries and a revenue exceeding 2,5 billon EUR with excellent margins. www.aalberts.com. Building Installations is one of the biggest segments within Aalberts Industries.
Building Installations
Their extended portfolio in metal and plastic -with all relevant connection techniques- is used for new build, renovation, repair and maintenance. Their systems are designed to offer installers faster, easier, safer and more qualitative mountings. Strong partnerships with distributors and wholesalers enable us to offer a worldwide distribution network for installers and contractors. They make use of strong sales organisations that combine innovation and local application expertise with powerful technology brands. This set-up enables benefits to be realised in market approach, customer service, logistics and distribution.
Integrated Piping Systems
Their ambition is that in three years AI Building Installations Europe will be a leading company in Integrated Piping Systems by offering a full range of Connection Technology combined with an outstanding Valve portfolio. As Head of Product Management it will be your responsibility to contribute to the growth of the brand Pegler Yorkshire for Valve Technology achieving a leading position in Europe, www.pegleryorkshire.co.uk.
Job Purpose
You will be responsible to identify and constantly clean our current product portfolio based on the product lifecycle. With your experience, technical knowledge and understanding of the market you determine the way forward and determine which products are essential to extend the product range in Valve technology for now and for the future.
In the beginning the focus will be on the HVAC market but later in time also valves related to the industrial market will be added. You are the linking pin between Sales, Research & Development and the factories. Technical knowledge combined with a commercial touch are essential for this position.
Specifically, you will:
• Determine and execute market approach policy concerning products and pricing.
• Determine strategic direction for Valve Technology Building Installations Europe.
• Establish, maintain and implement product plans for new and existing products.
• Life cycle management.
• Maintain up to date records on competitor activity.
• Offer support to sales, marketing and other internal departments
• Renew the product portfolio based on market information and market analyses.
• Responsible for organizing and leading product launches, product introductions and
product presentations for customers in close cooperation with Marketing and Sales.
The successful candidate will be an experienced Head of Product Management with:
• Higher education/university degree
• Technical background combined with commercial skills
• Understanding of the HVAC market
• Background and experience within installation technology (Valves), the market and
applications
• Thinks big, UK but also Europe orientated
• Seniority, passionate, driven and creative
• Proactive, energetic, always searching for improvement
• Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude
• Willing to travel within Europe
This is an outstanding career opportunity to be an entrepreneur, take ownership, go for excellence, share & learn and act with integrity, that are Aalberts Industries values.
For more information please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 or email
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently partnering with a leading UK Retail/FCMG Organisation in the appointment of a Commercial Finance Director to be based in North Nottinghamshire.
This is a high-profile leadership role within the organisation, operating at a senior level, as such we are seeking a highly commercial and credible individual with first rate inter personal ability. An individual to deliver transformation and make a significant positive impact within the business.
The Commercial Finance Director will be responsible for overseeing and providing the financial support to the business.
This role will lead robust financial control and governance, ensuring the Group Finance function is aware of risks and opportunities resulting in accurate financial statements. The role holder will be focused on what is going to happen not what has happened, whilst providing great financial business partnering, understanding the implications of the overall business strategy to translate and drive the implementation of commercial finance priorities and to support the operational areas to make sound financial decisions.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Providing financial advice and expertise to all areas of the business in order to drive performance and allow the business to make sound commercial decisions
• Accountability for supporting the design and implementation of the business plan, ensuring it is in line with business requirements and the overall group strategy
• Providing challenge and rigour across the business activity to ensure the strategic objectives are delivered; holding people to account
• Directing reporting that gives greater insights into the financial performance of the organisation
• Ensuring compliance and credible financial data and analysis is available to run the organisation effectively
• Accountability for developing and communicating long-term financial projections and monthly financial reporting, providing recommendations to the Board on the allocation of capital and resources and the control of costs to maximise value
• Driving the development, improvement and implementation of a strong internal control environment to ensure the integrity of accounting records
• Developing and leading the implementation of Finance projects and initiatives, ensuring that they are consistent with business strategy and delivered effectively
• Setting, monitoring and controlling budgets for all areas of the function in order to meet customer, quality, service and cost targets
The success candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record of success gained within senior commercial finance roles within a significant sized organisation.
You should have a solid understanding of direct and indirect labour costs, strong operational exposure and experience of delivering transformation projects. You will also have extensive experience of strategic planning, business opportunity appraisal and investment appraisal.
You will be a strong people leader with a broad understanding across all areas of an organisation including how functions collaborate and work cross-functionally to deliver business objectives.
This is a unique, career defining opportunity. For more information please contact Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee Executive Search at , alternatively please click apply.
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Lee is a Board Director at our parent company, Elevation Recruitment Group, and a key member of the team that completed the successful MBO of that Group in 2014. As well as providing day-to-day leadership for Parkinson Lee, he also takes the lead for the appointment of CEOs and Business Leaders, and our CFO and Finance Directors’ practice.
When it comes to Executive Search, exclusively and continuously in Yorkshire and the East Midlands, Lee is almost certainly the most experienced practitioner in the region, benefitting from a network that is probably unrivalled.
Location: North Nottinghamshire
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESLB-24060
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are currently partnering with a leading UK Retail/FCMG Organisation in the appointment of a Commercial Finance Director to be based in North Nottinghamshire.
This is a high-profile leadership role within the organisation, operating at a senior level, as such we are seeking a highly commercial and credible individual with first rate inter personal ability. An individual to deliver transformation and make a significant positive impact within the business.
The Commercial Finance Director will be responsible for overseeing and providing the financial support to the business.
This role will lead robust financial control and governance, ensuring the Group Finance function is aware of risks and opportunities resulting in accurate financial statements. The role holder will be focused on what is going to happen not what has happened, whilst providing great financial business partnering, understanding the implications of the overall business strategy to translate and drive the implementation of commercial finance priorities and to support the operational areas to make sound financial decisions.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Providing financial advice and expertise to all areas of the business in order to drive performance and allow the business to make sound commercial decisions
• Accountability for supporting the design and implementation of the business plan, ensuring it is in line with business requirements and the overall group strategy
• Providing challenge and rigour across the business activity to ensure the strategic objectives are delivered; holding people to account
• Directing reporting that gives greater insights into the financial performance of the organisation
• Ensuring compliance and credible financial data and analysis is available to run the organisation effectively
• Accountability for developing and communicating long-term financial projections and monthly financial reporting, providing recommendations to the Board on the allocation of capital and resources and the control of costs to maximise value
• Driving the development, improvement and implementation of a strong internal control environment to ensure the integrity of accounting records
• Developing and leading the implementation of Finance projects and initiatives, ensuring that they are consistent with business strategy and delivered effectively
• Setting, monitoring and controlling budgets for all areas of the function in order to meet customer, quality, service and cost targets
The success candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record of success gained within senior commercial finance roles within a significant sized organisation.
You should have a solid understanding of direct and indirect labour costs, strong operational exposure and experience of delivering transformation projects. You will also have extensive experience of strategic planning, business opportunity appraisal and investment appraisal.
You will be a strong people leader with a broad understanding across all areas of an organisation including how functions collaborate and work cross-functionally to deliver business objectives.
This is a unique, career defining opportunity. For more information please contact Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee Executive Search at , alternatively please click apply.
Assignment Managed By:
Phone: 07590 529 274
Email: l.bhandal@parkinsonlee.com
Online: Join my network on LinkedIn
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as a retained recruitment partner to an exceptionally forward thinking and commercial not for profit organisation based in West Yorkshire, in the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Reporting directly into the Chief Executive Officer, you will join the executive leadership team and provide outstanding service delivery to a number of internal and external stakeholders through the effective management of a multi-disciplinary team, covering finance, business strategy and I.T.
As CFO, key result areas will include:
• Delivering the highest levels of Financial Viability and Governance Regulatory compliance; long–term Funding Capacity, effective Treasury management and commercial returns from investments; excellent Financial and Accounting services, the evolution of the Business Strategy; and a robust and secure ICT Digital service delivery platform.
• Leadership and delivery of the annual business planning, performance management and resource allocation; Funder and Regulatory compliance; Risk Management and Internal Controls; and Internal and External Audit strategies and compliance.
Specifically, day to day you will;
Develop, implement and monitor financial; business and ICT strategies, plans and policies to achieve corporate objectives;
Work alongside the Chief Executive and the Board in managing and developing the strategic review and planning process, enabling the business to evaluate and assess priority areas for investment and profitable growth and development.
Produce and coordinate sign-off of financial strategies, policies, and budgets
Monitor the implementation of the Business plan, including regularly reporting variances and key performance indicators
Work with the Corporate Management Board to define the business strategy, and evaluate potential investments
Ensure effective procurement and purchasing procedures are in place
Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organisation, business plan approval, performance management, risk management and mitigation, financial viability and regulatory compliance.
Provide strategic leadership for the evaluation, development, implementation and assessment of an innovative ICT strategy
Assess various business structures to establish the most appropriate model for the company and its trading arms
Lead and manage the company’s Treasury Management function including management of negotiations and relationships with funders of the company
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant and performance driven CFO/FD with an impressive track record of achievement in a complex organisation. You will be highly ambitious and understand the challenges of delivering a business strategy and plans in an uncertain landscape.
You will have proven experience of taking organisations through large scale transformation and be effective at leading and managing change, be commercially minded with a good grasp of key financial drivers and strong contract management skills.
We are seeking a well-rounded leader who will enjoy delivering on wider corporate business objectives and priorities. You will need to have a strong work ethic, be driven to succeed and have the ability to lead, inspire and engage a large multi-disciplinary team of highly engaged people.
It is expected you will have excellent leadership skills to both manage delivery and to work with stakeholders across the business to embed new ways of delivering at pace.
In return this business will offer an extremely competitive salary with an executive benefits package. This is an exciting and demanding senior leadership role that can change the way our client operates.
For a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on
01709 723 233.
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Salary: £120000 - £130000 Per Annum
Location: West Yorkshire
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-48953
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as a retained recruitment partner to an exceptionally forward thinking and commercial not for profit organisation based in West Yorkshire, in the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Reporting directly into the Chief Executive Officer, you will join the executive leadership team and provide outstanding service delivery to a number of internal and external stakeholders through the effective management of a multi-disciplinary team, covering finance, business strategy and I.T.
As CFO, key result areas will include:
• Delivering the highest levels of Financial Viability and Governance Regulatory compliance; long–term Funding Capacity, effective Treasury management and commercial returns from investments; excellent Financial and Accounting services, the evolution of the Business Strategy; and a robust and secure ICT Digital service delivery platform.
• Leadership and delivery of the annual business planning, performance management and resource allocation; Funder and Regulatory compliance; Risk Management and Internal Controls; and Internal and External Audit strategies and compliance.
Specifically, day to day you will;
Develop, implement and monitor financial; business and ICT strategies, plans and policies to achieve corporate objectives;
Work alongside the Chief Executive and the Board in managing and developing the strategic review and planning process, enabling the business to evaluate and assess priority areas for investment and profitable growth and development.
Produce and coordinate sign-off of financial strategies, policies, and budgets
Monitor the implementation of the Business plan, including regularly reporting variances and key performance indicators
Work with the Corporate Management Board to define the business strategy, and evaluate potential investments
Ensure effective procurement and purchasing procedures are in place
Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organisation, business plan approval, performance management, risk management and mitigation, financial viability and regulatory compliance.
Provide strategic leadership for the evaluation, development, implementation and assessment of an innovative ICT strategy
Assess various business structures to establish the most appropriate model for the company and its trading arms
Lead and manage the company’s Treasury Management function including management of negotiations and relationships with funders of the company
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant and performance driven CFO/FD with an impressive track record of achievement in a complex organisation. You will be highly ambitious and understand the challenges of delivering a business strategy and plans in an uncertain landscape.
You will have proven experience of taking organisations through large scale transformation and be effective at leading and managing change, be commercially minded with a good grasp of key financial drivers and strong contract management skills.
We are seeking a well-rounded leader who will enjoy delivering on wider corporate business objectives and priorities. You will need to have a strong work ethic, be driven to succeed and have the ability to lead, inspire and engage a large multi-disciplinary team of highly engaged people.
It is expected you will have excellent leadership skills to both manage delivery and to work with stakeholders across the business to embed new ways of delivering at pace.
In return this business will offer an extremely competitive salary with an executive benefits package. This is an exciting and demanding senior leadership role that can change the way our client operates.
For a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on
01709 723 233.
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, is working in partnership with a major UK Insurance organisation,in the appointment of a Divisional Finance Director.
Our client has an aggressive growth strategy, both organically and via acquisition, and as a result, an appointment now exists for a Divisional Finance Director.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer the Divisional Finance Director will work closely with a range of stakeholders both internally and externally and be responsible for presenting to the Board on financial results for the business.
Specifically, you will:
Preparation of the annual budget and monthly reforecasts to include profit and loss accounts and cash flow.
Oversight of the preparation of monthly Management Accounts including Profit and Loss Ac-count, Balance Sheet, cash flow and supporting commentary.
Oversight and preparation of KPI analysis for the division.
Business Partnering with key stakeholders across the business working closely with the
Commercial team in line with the growth strategy through acquisition.
Completing and present finance board reports for the division.
Lead the financial due diligence for all potential acquisitions, making recommendations to the business and leading on integration as required.
Lead, mentor and develop the finance team consisting of part qualified and qualified account-ants.
Ensure sound processes and controls are in place, making process improvements if required.
Support the group on year-end statutory accounts production.
Preparation of ad-hoc financial reports as required by the business.
Supporting the CFO as and when required.
The successful candidate will be either a Qualified Finance Director or an experienced Financial Controller looking to progress their career with a high growth, entrepreneurial organisation
You will have substantial post qualified experience within the Insurance industry, with the ability to demonstrate contribution to the growth plans and development of this division, as well as establishing a responsive, well respected value-added finance function that is known across the business for its strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role with our client’s executive management team, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
This is a strategic appointment and as such, would suit an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career and who’d welcome the challenge and of this key role.
The role can be based from home across the UK but will require a small element of travel to the North.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium Insurance organisation, then please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 or email
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Salary: Executive Benefits
Location: Leeds
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-24724
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, is working in partnership with a major UK Insurance organisation,in the appointment of a Divisional Finance Director.
Our client has an aggressive growth strategy, both organically and via acquisition, and as a result, an appointment now exists for a Divisional Finance Director.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer the Divisional Finance Director will work closely with a range of stakeholders both internally and externally and be responsible for presenting to the Board on financial results for the business.
Specifically, you will:
Preparation of the annual budget and monthly reforecasts to include profit and loss accounts and cash flow.
Oversight of the preparation of monthly Management Accounts including Profit and Loss Ac-count, Balance Sheet, cash flow and supporting commentary.
Oversight and preparation of KPI analysis for the division.
Business Partnering with key stakeholders across the business working closely with the
Commercial team in line with the growth strategy through acquisition.
Completing and present finance board reports for the division.
Lead the financial due diligence for all potential acquisitions, making recommendations to the business and leading on integration as required.
Lead, mentor and develop the finance team consisting of part qualified and qualified account-ants.
Ensure sound processes and controls are in place, making process improvements if required.
Support the group on year-end statutory accounts production.
Preparation of ad-hoc financial reports as required by the business.
Supporting the CFO as and when required.
The successful candidate will be either a Qualified Finance Director or an experienced Financial Controller looking to progress their career with a high growth, entrepreneurial organisation
You will have substantial post qualified experience within the Insurance industry, with the ability to demonstrate contribution to the growth plans and development of this division, as well as establishing a responsive, well respected value-added finance function that is known across the business for its strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
This is an outstanding career opportunity in which you will play a key role with our client’s executive management team, contributing both strategically and operationally to ensure the continued growth of the business.
This is a strategic appointment and as such, would suit an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career and who’d welcome the challenge and of this key role.
The role can be based from home across the UK but will require a small element of travel to the North.
If you are ready to take on a key, strategic leadership role in a premium Insurance organisation, then please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 or email
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to Hallmark in the appointment of an International Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based at the UK Head Office in Bradford.
Founded over 100 years ago in 1910, Hallmark is a $4bn global greeting cards, gifts and family entertainment business headquartered in Kansas City, USA. Privately owned and in its third generation, the Hall family continue to head the company with Don Hall Jnr, grandson of the founder, as the current president and CEO. Available in over 100 countries and in 30 languages, Hallmark distribute through a network of independently owned / licenced stores, national and international retail chains and on line. The Group has subsidiaries outside the US, including the UK, The Netherlands Japan and Australia.
The international businesses employ c3000 people around the globe, 2200 of which are based in the UK & Ireland. The products are predominantly cards, and gift wrap.
Key markets outside the UK & Ireland are Holland, Belgium, Germany, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. There are also numerous licensing agreements across the globe run by the International team based in Kansas City and which form part of the international structure.
Hallmark has a strong set of set of values and principles which underpin corporate behaviour and relationships with employees, partners and other key stakeholders.
Strongly collegiate, Hallmark is also characterised by an entrepreneurial and innovative spirt with all divisions encouraged to identify and develop new opportunities – both in terms of market and product lines
Hallmark are now seeking to appoint an International CFO. Reporting into the CEO UK & Continental Europe with a functional line to the EVP CFO based in Kansas City, the successful candidate will join the International leadership team and will play a major role in contributing to the strategic and operational development of the International businesses, providing support to the individual markets enabling them to achieve agreed commercial and financial ambitions.
The requirement is for an individual who is capable of high level strategic thinking whilst also being able to roll their sleeves up when required to ensure operational effectiveness and delivery across a diverse international business portfolio.
You will provide leadership and direction to the finance function Internationally and play a broader leadership role as a member of the UK Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Working alongside the joint CEO’s in managing and developing the strategic review and planning process, enabling the division to evaluate and assess priority areas for investment and profitable growth internationally
Quickly becoming familiar with Hallmark, its businesses and key values to establish credibility both personally and professionally with key stakeholders
Continuing to manage finance as a valued added business partner that will always be involved in key business decisions. Developing strong and supportive working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders across the division and wider Hallmark Group
Providing strong motivational leadership to the finance function and ensuring the structure of the finance team meets the needs of individual businesses and key stakeholders
Ensuring timely, accurate and informative reporting and appropriate controls / risk management procedures are in place to provide the critical analysis of key business levers to enable strategic decision making. This is a full-service role without the use of a shared service model
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in strongly branded FMCG, Retail or similar sectors. A proven track record working in a multinational organisation covering international markets is essential.
You will have significant experience of working at divisional board level with the ability to demonstrate contribution to the development of a business as a whole, as well as establishing a responsive, well respected value-added finance function that is known across the business for its strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
You be a strategic and commercial business partner with proven leadership experience gained within in a well-regarded business, in addition, you will have demonstrated an ability to work as a member of a high performing team.
The ideal candidate will be change orientated, innovative, always seeking to improve. You will be someone that will thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, working with pace, energy and resilience.
This is a particularly important and exciting time to join a highly entrepreneurial and fast paced organisation and to play an important role in driving change and delivering profitable growth through both existing and new markets.
This position will be based in Bradford with regular travel to other markets.
For a confidential discussion on this appointment please contact Catherine Martin@ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233 /
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Salary: £ Six Figure Salary Plus Executive Benefits Package
Location: Bradford
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-49652
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation recruitment group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to Hallmark in the appointment of an International Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based at the UK Head Office in Bradford.
Founded over 100 years ago in 1910, Hallmark is a $4bn global greeting cards, gifts and family entertainment business headquartered in Kansas City, USA. Privately owned and in its third generation, the Hall family continue to head the company with Don Hall Jnr, grandson of the founder, as the current president and CEO. Available in over 100 countries and in 30 languages, Hallmark distribute through a network of independently owned / licenced stores, national and international retail chains and on line. The Group has subsidiaries outside the US, including the UK, The Netherlands Japan and Australia.
The international businesses employ c3000 people around the globe, 2200 of which are based in the UK & Ireland. The products are predominantly cards, and gift wrap.
Key markets outside the UK & Ireland are Holland, Belgium, Germany, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. There are also numerous licensing agreements across the globe run by the International team based in Kansas City and which form part of the international structure.
Hallmark has a strong set of set of values and principles which underpin corporate behaviour and relationships with employees, partners and other key stakeholders.
Strongly collegiate, Hallmark is also characterised by an entrepreneurial and innovative spirt with all divisions encouraged to identify and develop new opportunities – both in terms of market and product lines
Hallmark are now seeking to appoint an International CFO. Reporting into the CEO UK & Continental Europe with a functional line to the EVP CFO based in Kansas City, the successful candidate will join the International leadership team and will play a major role in contributing to the strategic and operational development of the International businesses, providing support to the individual markets enabling them to achieve agreed commercial and financial ambitions.
The requirement is for an individual who is capable of high level strategic thinking whilst also being able to roll their sleeves up when required to ensure operational effectiveness and delivery across a diverse international business portfolio.
You will provide leadership and direction to the finance function Internationally and play a broader leadership role as a member of the UK Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Working alongside the joint CEO’s in managing and developing the strategic review and planning process, enabling the division to evaluate and assess priority areas for investment and profitable growth internationally
Quickly becoming familiar with Hallmark, its businesses and key values to establish credibility both personally and professionally with key stakeholders
Continuing to manage finance as a valued added business partner that will always be involved in key business decisions. Developing strong and supportive working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders across the division and wider Hallmark Group
Providing strong motivational leadership to the finance function and ensuring the structure of the finance team meets the needs of individual businesses and key stakeholders
Ensuring timely, accurate and informative reporting and appropriate controls / risk management procedures are in place to provide the critical analysis of key business levers to enable strategic decision making. This is a full-service role without the use of a shared service model
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in strongly branded FMCG, Retail or similar sectors. A proven track record working in a multinational organisation covering international markets is essential.
You will have significant experience of working at divisional board level with the ability to demonstrate contribution to the development of a business as a whole, as well as establishing a responsive, well respected value-added finance function that is known across the business for its strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
You be a strategic and commercial business partner with proven leadership experience gained within in a well-regarded business, in addition, you will have demonstrated an ability to work as a member of a high performing team.
The ideal candidate will be change orientated, innovative, always seeking to improve. You will be someone that will thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, working with pace, energy and resilience.
This is a particularly important and exciting time to join a highly entrepreneurial and fast paced organisation and to play an important role in driving change and delivering profitable growth through both existing and new markets.
This position will be based in Bradford with regular travel to other markets.
For a confidential discussion on this appointment please contact Catherine Martin@ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233 /
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Our client is looking for a Qualified Group Accountant who has a strong group consolidation skill set with knowledge of IFRS, for a period of 6-9 months.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a high profile role and key responsibilities will include:
• Preparation and review of group consolidation and financial statements prepared on a
quarterly basis
• Ownership of the year end audit process, preparation of quarterly/year end audit
packs for all Corporate entities
• Review and prepare monthly management accounts for all Corporate entities
• Consolidate monthly Group Management accounts
• Review and maintain the integrity of the Group intercompany balances
• Day to day financial control of all entities
• Development and preparation of the Group Overhead budget model
• Responsibility for the maintenance and development of the Group consolidation and
management reporting software
• Assist with the production of subsidiary year end statutory financial statements
• Support and lead ad hoc projects undertaken
• Support the Head of Finance in the management of the finance function as required
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience of working in a large corporate organisation, proven experience of performing group consolidations with a strong knowledge of IFRS is essential. You will be an advanced user of Excel with financial modelling experience being advantageous.
Please contact Catherine Martin @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 for a confidential discussion
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Salary: £400 - £600 Per Day
Location: South Yorkshire
Type: Contract
Ref Number: ESCM-45896
Our client is looking for a Qualified Group Accountant who has a strong group consolidation skill set with knowledge of IFRS, for a period of 6-9 months.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a high profile role and key responsibilities will include:
• Preparation and review of group consolidation and financial statements prepared on a
quarterly basis
• Ownership of the year end audit process, preparation of quarterly/year end audit
packs for all Corporate entities
• Review and prepare monthly management accounts for all Corporate entities
• Consolidate monthly Group Management accounts
• Review and maintain the integrity of the Group intercompany balances
• Day to day financial control of all entities
• Development and preparation of the Group Overhead budget model
• Responsibility for the maintenance and development of the Group consolidation and
management reporting software
• Assist with the production of subsidiary year end statutory financial statements
• Support and lead ad hoc projects undertaken
• Support the Head of Finance in the management of the finance function as required
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience of working in a large corporate organisation, proven experience of performing group consolidations with a strong knowledge of IFRS is essential. You will be an advanced user of Excel with financial modelling experience being advantageous.
Please contact Catherine Martin @ Parkinson Lee on 01709 723233 for a confidential discussion
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Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to T.Quality in the appointment of a Finance Director to be based at their head office in Swindon.
With revenues of circa £80million, T.Quality is a leading Fish and Chip Shop Supplier and Fast Food Wholesaler. They are a business within the Saria Group, one the world’s leading specialists in the recycling of animal and vegetable products and waste products.
The upcoming retirement of the current Finance Director means that an opportunity now exists for a new Finance Director to join the business.
Reporting to the Managing Director and playing a key role within the Executive Leadership Team, this is a high profile appointment and one that will oversee on a daily basis the successful management of the Accounting, Administration, Legal, Information Technology and general administration of the entire business.
The successful candidate will take overall control & responsibility for all financial aspects of the company strategy and partner closely with the MD to ensure the business achieves maximum profitability.
As Financial Director you will be a key member of the Leadership Team and your responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring the Company has a detailed framework and supporting structure for the financial
administration of the Company and maintenance of a stable financial and IT infrastructure
within the Company and at all sites
• Providing leadership to the Board's Finance and Accounting Strategy, working with the
senior teams to optimise the company's financial performance, through the implementation
of strategies and plans
• On a regular basis, reviewing the financial and IT structure of the Company to maximise
control and accountability within the Company, insuring systems are robust, compliant and
support current activities and future growth
• Reporting on a monthly basis to the Board of Directors on the financial status of the
Company and the profit of all sites against budget
• Providing financial forecasting information to enable appropriate company decisions to be
made.
• Providing leadership and appropriate development to the Finance & IT Teams
• Ensuring that the business has an efficient structure for the handling and banking of cash
at all sites
• Responsibility for the day to day running of the company’s credit control
functionControlling all Insurance/ risk management
• On an occasional basis visiting distribution sites as appropriate to obtain an overall
impression of their performance in the areas that are specifically your responsibility
• Producing the Annual Statutory Accounts for the company in a timely fashion, and
assist the Auditors during the annual audit of the business.
• Representing T.Quality at the Budget Seminars and other financial meetings to ensure that
T.Quality has a profile in these areas
The successful candidate will be a Qualified Finance Director with a proven track record, and a hands-on approach, gained either within the Distribution or Retail sectors.
Ideally you will have experience of working within a high volume/low margin business with a strong emphasis on cost and working capital management.
You will possess first rate interpersonal skills and have the gravitas and confidence to bring the right level of challenge to the business, whilst building strong working relationships with your peers and employees across the whole operation and wider group.
For further information please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233
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Salary: £70000 - £85000 Per Annum
Location: Swindon
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-87652
Parkinson Lee Executive Search, part of the Elevation Recruitment Group, are acting as retained recruitment partner to T.Quality in the appointment of a Finance Director to be based at their head office in Swindon.
With revenues of circa £80million, T.Quality is a leading Fish and Chip Shop Supplier and Fast Food Wholesaler. They are a business within the Saria Group, one the world’s leading specialists in the recycling of animal and vegetable products and waste products.
The upcoming retirement of the current Finance Director means that an opportunity now exists for a new Finance Director to join the business.
Reporting to the Managing Director and playing a key role within the Executive Leadership Team, this is a high profile appointment and one that will oversee on a daily basis the successful management of the Accounting, Administration, Legal, Information Technology and general administration of the entire business.
The successful candidate will take overall control & responsibility for all financial aspects of the company strategy and partner closely with the MD to ensure the business achieves maximum profitability.
As Financial Director you will be a key member of the Leadership Team and your responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring the Company has a detailed framework and supporting structure for the financial
administration of the Company and maintenance of a stable financial and IT infrastructure
within the Company and at all sites
• Providing leadership to the Board's Finance and Accounting Strategy, working with the
senior teams to optimise the company's financial performance, through the implementation
of strategies and plans
• On a regular basis, reviewing the financial and IT structure of the Company to maximise
control and accountability within the Company, insuring systems are robust, compliant and
support current activities and future growth
• Reporting on a monthly basis to the Board of Directors on the financial status of the
Company and the profit of all sites against budget
• Providing financial forecasting information to enable appropriate company decisions to be
made.
• Providing leadership and appropriate development to the Finance & IT Teams
• Ensuring that the business has an efficient structure for the handling and banking of cash
at all sites
• Responsibility for the day to day running of the company’s credit control
functionControlling all Insurance/ risk management
• On an occasional basis visiting distribution sites as appropriate to obtain an overall
impression of their performance in the areas that are specifically your responsibility
• Producing the Annual Statutory Accounts for the company in a timely fashion, and
assist the Auditors during the annual audit of the business.
• Representing T.Quality at the Budget Seminars and other financial meetings to ensure that
T.Quality has a profile in these areas
The successful candidate will be a Qualified Finance Director with a proven track record, and a hands-on approach, gained either within the Distribution or Retail sectors.
Ideally you will have experience of working within a high volume/low margin business with a strong emphasis on cost and working capital management.
You will possess first rate interpersonal skills and have the gravitas and confidence to bring the right level of challenge to the business, whilst building strong working relationships with your peers and employees across the whole operation and wider group.
For further information please contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee on 01709 723 233
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Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the primary purpose of this newly created position is to design and build a first class, market-leading finance function which is fit for purpose within an exciting business with significant growth plans.
The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented finance executive, who will not only ensure regular reporting, and reconciliations and returns are completed, but also have the strategic capability to build a finance function that encompasses financial reporting, risk management, and financial planning and analysis, whilst managing expected rapid growth.
This role will be a key contact point for third party interactions with, amongst others, suppliers, lenders, regulators, and shareholders. It will play an active role in the executive team, and provide an appropriate level of challenge to the business, sense-checking their assumptions and ensuring the overall level of profitability is in line with plan.
Key focus areas and deliverables will include:
Strategy and Planning
• Developing short and medium-term organisational design structure for the Finance function
• Producing and coordinating sign-off of financial strategies, policies, and budgets
• Monitoring the implementation of the strategic plan, including regularly reporting
variances and key performance indicators
• Managing core wholesale funding relationships and cultivating a pipeline of debt funding
sources
• Working with the executive team to define the business strategy, and evaluate potential
investments and/or divestment's
Regulatory and Statutory Reporting
• Producing statutory accounts
• Managing all tax related reporting
• Building an effective relationship with external auditors to ensure smooth and efficient
annual audit process
• Managing and resolving issues raised by auditors
Commercial Support
• Producing market analysis, including competitor benchmarking, and identifying areas for
expansion, contraction, and related opportunities
• Supplying funding cost assumptions to the business for the purposes of product development
• Undertaking investment appraisal of opportunities, and provide advice and guidance on
acquisitions and portfolio purchases
• Developing and communicating a methodology for the allocation of overhead costs, ensuring
that the business adequately provides for overhead costs, when reporting on performance
against plan
Treasury
• Providing funding assumptions to guide the annual planning and forecasting process
• Working with Treasury function (or other Treasury function, as appropriate) to
ensure adequate funding is in place and accounted for in the pricing of future business
• Monitoring cash balances and forecasts
Financial Reporting & Management Information
• Ensuring that appropriate and challenging KPI’s are set, and manage the process through to
sign-off
• Communicating the KPI’s and regularly review progress against targets
• Producing management accounts, including portfolio analysis, and analysis of underlying
profitability
• Reporting the financial position of the business to the Board, recommending future initiatives
Oversight of Third Parties
• Overseeing the outsourced transaction services system and any outsourced accountancy
processes
• Management of the company pension scheme (where appropriate)
• Maintaining banking relationships
Financial Risk Management
• Understanding and mitigating key elements of the company’s risk profile, working directly
with the Chief Risk Officer and Chief Executive Officer in this respect
• Constructing and monitoring reliable control systems
• Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and regulators
• Reporting risk issues to the Board
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, specifically that which relates to Data
Protection, Money Laundering, and Treating the Customer Fairly (‘TCF’), and attend update
training as may be required from time to time
The successful candidate will require the following:
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification, with at least 5 years PQE
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Proven strategic and commercial thinker
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to advise and influence at Board level
• Thorough understanding of financial markets
• In-depth understanding of risk and pricing models
• Prior experience within financial services would be advantageous
This role will provide a rare and exceptional opportunity to play a key part in the leadership, overall direction, and subsequent success, of a business primed for considerable growth.
If you are interested in confidentially discussing this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee
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Salary: £100000 - £110000 Per Annum + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Location: Leeds
Type: Permanent
Ref Number: ESCM-12378
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the primary purpose of this newly created position is to design and build a first class, market-leading finance function which is fit for purpose within an exciting business with significant growth plans.
The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented finance executive, who will not only ensure regular reporting, and reconciliations and returns are completed, but also have the strategic capability to build a finance function that encompasses financial reporting, risk management, and financial planning and analysis, whilst managing expected rapid growth.
This role will be a key contact point for third party interactions with, amongst others, suppliers, lenders, regulators, and shareholders. It will play an active role in the executive team, and provide an appropriate level of challenge to the business, sense-checking their assumptions and ensuring the overall level of profitability is in line with plan.
Key focus areas and deliverables will include:
Strategy and Planning
• Developing short and medium-term organisational design structure for the Finance function
• Producing and coordinating sign-off of financial strategies, policies, and budgets
• Monitoring the implementation of the strategic plan, including regularly reporting
variances and key performance indicators
• Managing core wholesale funding relationships and cultivating a pipeline of debt funding
sources
• Working with the executive team to define the business strategy, and evaluate potential
investments and/or divestment's
Regulatory and Statutory Reporting
• Producing statutory accounts
• Managing all tax related reporting
• Building an effective relationship with external auditors to ensure smooth and efficient
annual audit process
• Managing and resolving issues raised by auditors
Commercial Support
• Producing market analysis, including competitor benchmarking, and identifying areas for
expansion, contraction, and related opportunities
• Supplying funding cost assumptions to the business for the purposes of product development
• Undertaking investment appraisal of opportunities, and provide advice and guidance on
acquisitions and portfolio purchases
• Developing and communicating a methodology for the allocation of overhead costs, ensuring
that the business adequately provides for overhead costs, when reporting on performance
against plan
Treasury
• Providing funding assumptions to guide the annual planning and forecasting process
• Working with Treasury function (or other Treasury function, as appropriate) to
ensure adequate funding is in place and accounted for in the pricing of future business
• Monitoring cash balances and forecasts
Financial Reporting & Management Information
• Ensuring that appropriate and challenging KPI’s are set, and manage the process through to
sign-off
• Communicating the KPI’s and regularly review progress against targets
• Producing management accounts, including portfolio analysis, and analysis of underlying
profitability
• Reporting the financial position of the business to the Board, recommending future initiatives
Oversight of Third Parties
• Overseeing the outsourced transaction services system and any outsourced accountancy
processes
• Management of the company pension scheme (where appropriate)
• Maintaining banking relationships
Financial Risk Management
• Understanding and mitigating key elements of the company’s risk profile, working directly
with the Chief Risk Officer and Chief Executive Officer in this respect
• Constructing and monitoring reliable control systems
• Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and regulators
• Reporting risk issues to the Board
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, specifically that which relates to Data
Protection, Money Laundering, and Treating the Customer Fairly (‘TCF’), and attend update
training as may be required from time to time
The successful candidate will require the following:
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification, with at least 5 years PQE
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Proven strategic and commercial thinker
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to advise and influence at Board level
• Thorough understanding of financial markets
• In-depth understanding of risk and pricing models
• Prior experience within financial services would be advantageous
This role will provide a rare and exceptional opportunity to play a key part in the leadership, overall direction, and subsequent success, of a business primed for considerable growth.
If you are interested in confidentially discussing this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Catherine Martin at Parkinson Lee
Parkinson|Lee bring a dynamic and fresh approach to Executive Search across the Yorkshire region, our team have over 80+ years combined experience and we are proud of the executive networks we have developed through our service delivery and strategic advice
Parkinson|Lee have an impressive and successful track record of completing search assignments across the region, please see below a selection of recently completed assignments. For more information on any of these campaigns or to discuss an impending requirement please contact Parkinson|Lee on 01709 303 330.
"My experience of working with Lee has been extremely positive. Lee took the time to understand my career history and my personality and then applied this knowledge in matching me to a role, and more importantly to a culture and a CEO. That fit has been invaluable and I love my role.
Lee is a league ahead of others in the recruitment arena for this insight into what makes a good match between employee and candidate and minimises wasted time on both sides and increases the chances of success. I would highly recommend Lee and his team from both a candidate and a hiring employee perspective."
Keely Craig FCA - Group Finance Director
"I relocated to Yorkshire a few years ago. I had no professional network in the area. Lee took the time to understand my background, skillset and expectations. He also recommended other useful contacts. Lee differentiates himself by being reliable. I define reliable as - picking the right roles for your skills and experience, giving honest feedback, calling you back when he saying he will and calls you to check on your progress.
He invests time in you as an individual. In my 16 years as an FD he is one of the best I have dealt with."
Chris Martin - Finance Director
"I have worked with Lee over the past 12 - 18 months in order to recruit a couple of senior roles. Lee has a great approach to the process, meeting with me initially to get to know me, the business aspirations and also the ideal candidate fit.
Lee has a superb knowledge of the local market and has built up an extensive network. This has been invaluable when recruiting key roles.
Lee is down to earth and has worked with me rather than 'for' me. We have built up a good rapport over the past year and I would not hesitate to recommend Lee and his team."
Nick Gibbs - Chief Executive / Head of Commercial
"I originally met Lee 12 months prior to asking him to help me with the recent CFO search. We had stayed in contact and his relaxed style to recruitment made him the obvious choice when the time came.
Lee understood the role and person we needed perfectly and I was more than pleased with the ‘long-list’ prepared. We had conversations along the way about people raising their heads who I probably knew from the sector, and also took some steer from me about people who were ‘wild cards’. I have asked Lee to help me on a another role at the moment as you honestly do feel as though he is part of the team when he is working on an assignment.
Great communications, have upmost confidence of his credibility with candidates and a great sense of humour! All three are rare from recruiters!"
Jenny Parkes - Managing Director
"I have dealt with Lee on a number of occasions, both as UK FD and Group CFO of TMD Friction Group.
Lee proved to be well connected and able to pass through numerous suitable candidates at short notice and well aware of the key requirements of a business operating under PE ownership. His connections in the north of England supported temporary roles both locally in West Yorkshire, but also for temporary support within the head office function in Leverkusen, Germany.
I have no hesitation in recommending Lee and look forward to working with him again in the future."
Mal Hartland - Finance Director
Our relatively small Financial Services organisation recently had the task of finding a new CEO to take over from the previous incumbent who was retiring. As a small mutual, we had specific requirements, requiring a CEO with broad experience, but primarily one that could drive a small but ambitious business forward, with the appropriate business & marketing acumen & expertise. Clearly finding the right person was vital for our business to succeed in the future.
We short-listed a number of recruitment agencies & formed a sub committee of 3 NED's who met with Lee after he had received our brief. He immediately demonstrated he had a good understanding of our business & business model, & that he fully grasped our requirements. In fact he helped us formulate the key attributes from the job spec we had provided. We were all impressed & unanimously decide to use Parkinson Lee.
Lee then outlined the likely timetable for short-listing candidates for first & second interviews, which I must admit I felt was slightly ambitious. However the timetable was virtually met, and more importantly, every candidate submitted (6 in all) had the capabilities to do a really good job as our CEO. We were impressed & delighted by the calibre of candidates submitted. We've completed our selection & we are awaiting our new CEO to complete his notice period before joining us in the new year. The whole process will have taken just 5 months, including a 3-month notice period. That's about as good as we had hoped for.
I personally worked closely with Lee, and found him always to be professional, readily available, responsive, & informative - all of his suggestions were well reasoned and adopted.
Therefore I have no hesitation in recommending Lee for any Executive search, including the "top job", as was the case with our recruitment.
Rob Edwards - Chairman of Kingston Unity
We recently engaged Parkinson Lee to undertake an executive search and selection process to replace the role of Chief Executive Officer in our company. Their efficiency and professionalism in executing the task was first class. Lee Bhandal handled the search and managed to produce an excellent shortlist of candidates for interview from an initial applicant list of over 300 individuals and an offer has now been made and accepted for the role.
We were particularly impressed with the quality of the detailed job profile that was produced by Parkinson Lee which we believe attracted not only the large response received but also the high calibre of respondents for this important role.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Parkinson Lee to any prospective client.
David Scholes
Chief Executive Officer
I was recruited by Parkinson Lee to fulfill the role of Chief Executive Officer at Kingston Friendly Society, a friendly society focused on savings & investments. Throughout the whole process they excelled in keeping me up to date with progress, providing clear and open feedback at every step.
Lee Bhandal had a clear understanding of the requirements of the society and demonstrated an impressive commitment to match the society with the right candidate.
Lee was thoroughly professional in his approach and I would have no hesitation in recommending Parkinson Lee Executive Search services.
Ben Pears - Chief Executive Officer
CrystecPharma is a start-up company focused on enhancing the performance of pharmaceutical products. We have a strong management team, operating across the UK and China, individually with good business track records.
We therefore required a highly experienced and credible business mentor, who could work well with senior people, provide support, yet have the confidence and credentials to challenge where necessary. Phil has been an outstanding mentor over the past year. He has an engaging style, strong intellect, a breadth of experience across sectors, and he operates with a high degree of professional integrity.
He has helped us to hold our course and maintain focus in difficult trading conditions, whilst encouraging us to be open to new opportunities, individually and as a business. He has been an excellent source of new ideas and contacts for the company. Whilst we have much to do, I am sure that Crystec is on a more firm footing as a consequence of Phil’s support. He has been a genuine pleasure to work with, and I commend him to you without reservation.
Paul Thorning - CEO
Parkinson Lee is an outstanding Executive search consultancy who specialises in executive & board level appointments. His professionalism, network of contacts and ability to provide creative solutions for the roles I have engaged him to work on make Parkinsin Lee a market leader. I have no hesitation in recommending Parkinson|Lee Executive Search
Mark Wilson - Chief Executive Officer
"Knowing that you need the brightest and the best individuals to drive your business forward is one thing, being able to reflect upon successful appointments made and attribute them to the work done by your chosen Executive Search partner is quite another.
WDS Component Parts Ltd have been fully catered for by the depth of experience and services provided by Parkinson Lee Executive Search, who have taken the stress out of searching for high class employees capable of driving business change.
For those serious about making a real difference to their business, Parkinson Lee Executive Search come highly recommended”
Peter Crowder - Managing Director
We approached Parkinson Lee for the recruitment of a Finance Director on recommendation from a colleague. Lee Bhandal, Managing Partner, met with us personally to discuss our requirement. Lee was easy to deal with; approachable, efficient, reliable and knowledgeable, he listened and took on board our specific requirements. The CVs we were provided with matched our requirement in terms of experience and qualifications, having chosen 6 for interview, we were not disappointed to also find a match in personality requirements. Our successful candidate has now joined the business and settled in well. I would personally recommend Parkinson Lee for high level recruitment and look forward to working with Lee in the future.
Julie Haynes - Managing Director
Working as Human Resources Director for UK Coal Plc whilst the company was delivering a challenging financial turnaround, I struggled to attract candidates for key business critical roles. Lee Bhandal at Parkinson|Lee Executive Search was recommended to me by a member of the Board as a highly credible and well respected Executive Search Consultant, with the ability to understand the sector in which the organisation operated.
He quickly grasped the organisational strategy, performance goals (some linked to government), market factors and essentially how to translate it all into an attractive proposition for candidates.
Lee’s candidate search, analysis and assessments resulted in a shortlist of individuals with superb professional, technical and commercial capabilities, who were all fully briefed and engaged in the process.
Several executive appointments were made across the Group from Lee’s recommendations, greatly strengthening the function and the organization structure at this critical time.
I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Lee Bhandal at Parkinson|Lee to any organisation looking to strength there senior management team via a search specialist.
Gail Wright – Human Resources Director
I've engaged Lee Bhandal at Parkinson|Lee Executive Search on a number of search assignments across a range of disciplines. He demonstrates all the skills of his profession - clear market knowledge, deep understanding of the brief, breadth of sourcing skills and a clear commitment to delivery and adding value. I would have no hesitation in recommending Lee and Parkinson|Lee to any business looking to make a senior appointment.
Dave Scott - Head of Recruitment (UK)
Parkinson Lee have been an absolute pleasure to work with in my job search, resulting in me being placed in a role that directly matches my skill-set. They worked tirelessly behind the scenes on my behalf, from securing the initial interview to the final acceptance of offer. Parkinson Lee's dedication, attention to detail and comprehensive post-interview follow-up were outstanding.
I have since started to work with Parkinson Lee as a client and found their service to be equally impressive.
I look forward to continuing to work with Parkinson Lee and would recommend their services without hesitation.
Lal Amarasekara - Finance Director at Eaton Electrical Systems Limited
We were recently looking to appoint a Finance Director based at our Head Office in Halifax.
We approached a number of Executive Search consultants including Lee Bhandal at Parkinson Lee on the back of a recommendation. We were immediately impressed with Lee’s professionalism, understanding of our brief and the in-depth knowledge and experience of the market he demonstrated at our initial meeting.
We awarded Parkinson Lee the mandate and I have to say we were delighted with both the process and the result.
Lee worked closely with us at the outset to define the role profile and then committed fully to the search, keeping us in the loop throughout the search.
The process took just over 5 weeks as agreed at the outset and we were impressed with the quality of all shortlisted candidates, and in particular the candidate that we hired as a result. The shortlist once again highlight Lee’s detailed understanding of both our business and the brief.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Lee Bhandal and Parkinson Lee Executive Search to any fellow HRD or Business Leader looking to make an executive appointment.
Karen Baldwin - Human Resources Manager
I have known Parkinson|Lee Executive Search for the last 8 years and have been lucky enough to receive their career guidance and advice that has resulted in them placing me in my last two executive level roles.
In my experience, Parkinson Lee manages the process in a professional, thorough and effective manner, and hve always provided me with the exact executive level opportunity I was seeking. I would have no hesitation in recommending Parkinson|Lee Executive Search to any individual or organisation looking to engage with a capable search firm.
Colin Mearns - Finance Director
Powell Industries were recently looking to appoint a Finance Director based at our UK Head Office in West Yorkshire. We approached Lee Bhandal at Parkinson|Lee Executive Search on the back of a recommendation and we were thoroughly impressed with both Lee and Parkinson|Lee throughout the process.
We had an initial briefing meeting to scope out the position and Lee recommended an advertised search campaign. At this stage we felt confident in both Lee’s market knowledge, which is exceptional and also his ability to fully understand our business, what we needed and the right solution at a cost effective price. The recruitment piece was relatively complex as it required interaction not only with UK representatives of Powell but also colleagues in Houston, Texas.
The process ran to the timescales Lee had suggested and he worked in partnership with us throughout, delivering a highly professional and quality service at all times.
Parkinson|Lee provided us with a shortlist of outstanding candidates that not only matched the role profile but also matched our business culture, values and goals. We could have appointed one of a number of the shortlisted individuals but were delighted when our chosen candidate accepted the position.
We would also add that the candidates we interviewed have given us very positive feedback in relation to how they feel they have been managed by Parkinson|Lee Executive Search from a candidate perspective.
Richard Fearnside – HR Director
Lee Bhandal and his team at Parkinson Lee are an experienced group of executive search experts. Lee worked directly with me, supporting me in finding my next career opportunity. At a point in my career where I was particularly specific about the role and company I wanted, Lee engaged with me throughout the process and offered support and guidance. He has a lot of credibility built by exacting standards that find the perfect candidates in terms of culture fit as well as skills, experience and capability. He is straight and honest, qualities I share and respect. He has an in depth knowledge of all his clients, taking the time to find the correct ingredients on both sides of the table to drive the best outcome across the board. I strongly endorse Lee and his team and look forward to working with them again across the industry.
Maria Opuni - Head of Operations & Customer Experience
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Leading executive recruitment firm Parkinson Lee, part of parent company Elevation Recruitment Group Ltd, has appointed Sarah Barron to the role of Partner and Human Resources Practice Lead.
Sarah, appointed to spearhead the growth of its Human Resources division in the North of England, focusing on HR leadership and executive HR appointments across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and East Midlands, has 16 years’ specialist experience in HR recruitment in the North.
MCIPD qualified and with significant background in the industry, - spending the past 8 years as a qualified HR practitioner, - Sarah will bring a wealth of industry knowledge, necessary to drive business growth in the North.
Sarah’s background in HR has seen her spearhead retained advertised led campaigns, PSL and mandate led assignments, contributing to growth strategy, turnaround, relocation, buyouts and business critical change. Her background in HR enables her to competently understand the HR business agenda, having previously supported numerous MD’s, CEO’s and department heads on the required HR mapping for businesses, supporting growth and diversity as well as factoring in the cultural direction of the organisation.
One of the UK's fastest-growing independent Executive Search firms, Parkinson Lee, with offices in Rotherham, Leeds and London, specialises in the full range of functional disciplines, and is deliberately dedicated to clients in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the East Midlands.
Here at Parkinson Lee we focus on finding the right executive talent for your organisation, and finding executive candidates the right role, specialising in the following:
- CEOs and Managing DirectorsCFOs and Financial Leadership
- Human Resources and People Leadership
- Engineering Directors and Functional Heads
- Manufacturing Directors and Production Leadership
- Technical Directors and Functional Heads
- Commercial, Marketing and Sales Leadership
- IT Directors and Digital Heads
If you are currently looking to appoint at the senior or executive level, or are looking for a senior executive level role and wish to discuss how Parkinson Lee can assist your search, please contact us, or call Sarah directly:
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Acquisitions – targeting the goal
By Roger Esler
Owner and Director at Dow Schofield Watts
There are broadly three types of acquisition strategy: opportunistic, expansionist and shareholder value enhancing.
These categories are not mutually exclusive and I won’t dwell on the first two of them as the motivations are self-evident. Opportunist acquisitions often involve an attractive price whether through forced sale or distress. Expansionist acquisitions provide access to new products, technology, management or markets and, in this context, form part of a long term autonomous strategy of growth, quality of earnings and/or balancing business risk.
What I mean by shareholder value enhancing strategy is one that is formed and implemented with a particular future shareholder event or “exit strategy” in mind. This goal might include a trade sale, management buy-out or IPO. Consequently, there are some additional considerations and risks involved when making an acquisition.
A starting point is an understanding of the value of both the acquirer’s business and its shares today, together with positives and negatives from buyers’ and funders’ perspectives. This is the reference point to consider what the commercial and financial attributes of acquisition targets should be if shareholder value, and the deliverability of the preferred exit route, are to be enhanced.
The key considerations are, firstly, saleability. An exit strategy including trade sale should have at its heart the identities of the key strategic buyers and some perspective on their preferences. The acquisition strategy must therefore align with those preferences and make the business more attractive – both commercially and strategically. An example would be diversification: a business with very long term horizons might choose to diversify to create more risk balance, perhaps acquiring safe, cash generative activities. For a business contemplating a sale or private equity deal, these could be lower value add activities not attractive to buyers or funders looking for clearly defined business models. An IPO strategy might suit wider diversification.
Secondly, arbitrage. Debt finance is relatively cheap which on paper can justify some fairly high valuations before the profits acquired exceed the funding costs. What really creates and supercharges shareholder value is the ability to acquire businesses on lower valuation multiples than that attaching to the acquirer. As there is a correlation in practice between business size and valuation multiple, this is a common “buy and build” tactic to enhance shareholder value. It is also a strategy attractive to many private equity investors.
Thirdly, timing and integration strategy. The two are interlinked as an exit event will be greatly helped if there is a reasonable and appropriate period of ownership of the acquisition target. This might be a year, but could be longer if the integration strategy is more complex, perhaps involving rationalisation, cost cutting or extraction of other synergies. A related point is the deal structure as an acquisition with a lengthy earn-out period presents some complexity when the acquirer itself comes to sell.
Underpinning all these factors is of course doing the acquisition properly. Having paid a demonstrably good or at worst, fair price is of course key economically. But it also speaks for management’s ability, as does the implementation of the integration plan. Under the bonnet will be the due diligence materials and share purchase agreement. A poor due diligence exercise on an acquisition target and/or weak contractual terms such as warranty protections can undermine value in the acquirer’s group when going through its own exit event.
There are some fundamentals to get right when doing an acquisition. But before that it is worth considering the wider shareholder strategy, timeframes and risk appetite. If there is an exit strategy in the medium to long term, that goal needs thought about first and a much more rational and shareholder value enhancing acquisition strategy should follow.
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