Average Managing Director salary in Manchester

Due to continued new business growth, this creative agency based in Manchester's city centre is looking to expand with a new Account Director! Hybrid working.This is a fast-paced agency, that would suit an experienced Account Director with agency experience, who can multitask and juggle different clients & projects at any one time. You will bridge the gap between creative and clients, and have excellent communication, organisation and presentation skills.Experience within sports, lifestyle, street-wear fashion, basketball or football would be advantageous.You will be liaising with and managing clients on a day-to-day basis, being their main point-of-contact and trusted advisor. From here, you will be writing clear & concise briefs for the agency and developing plans.Your role will be to manage the client campaigns and leading the growth of client relationships & remit.As well as growing & developing existing client accounts, you will need to lead & co-ordinate new business pitch presentations. This will involve presenting at a high level to deliver creative responses, strategy, insight, ideas & concepts.A key part of your role will be the responsibility of financial reporting, as well as developing & maintaining clear & accurate budgets. Previous man management experience is required, as you will be managing & motivating Account Manager's and providing support & guidance to other junior members of the client services teams.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing agency who work with excellent client brands.Please apply with your CV today!

Safety-Critical Environments | Monitoring & Detection Location: ManchesterSalary: c. £85,000-£95,000 + car, bonus & benefitsLead a business protecting people, assets and operationsAn established and rapidly growing organisation operating in the industrial safety, monitoring and detection sector is seeking a Business Unit Director to lead the business through its next phase of expansion.The company designs, manufactures and supports safety-critical detection and monitoring solutions used in hazardous and regulated environments where failure is not an option. Its technology protects workforces and infrastructure across a wide range of industrial, manufacturing, energy and process-led sectors.This is a senior, hands-on leadership role offering full P&L ownership, genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the direction of a technically advanced, high-impact business.The role:Reporting at board level, you will have end-to-end responsibility for strategy, commercial performance, operations and people.You will lead cross-functional teams spanning engineering, manufacturing, service, supply chain and commercial functions, ensuring the business continues to scale while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.Responsibilities: Developing and executing a growth strategy across core and emerging marketsFull ownership of P&L performance, budgeting and forecastingLeading operational delivery across manufacturing, service and technical supportShaping product and technology direction, including R&D and innovationEnsuring ongoing compliance in safety-critical and regulated environmentsEmbedding a performance-driven culture focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement The personThis role will suit a commercially astute, technically credible leader who thrives in regulated, industrial environments. Senior leadership experience at Director or General Manager levelFull P&L accountability within engineered products, instrumentation or industrial technologyExposure to safety-critical, detection, sensing or monitoring solutionsA track record of delivering growth without compromising operational disciplineBoard-level presence, sound judgement and decisive leadership Why consider this opportunity? A rare chance to lead a growing business in a sector with real-world impactGenuine autonomy and responsibilityStrong foundations with clear scope for further growth and innovation To apply, please submit your CV quoting reference 10272.

Director / Associate Director - Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence)Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + benefits I'm working with a leading UK professional services firm that advises ambitious, entrepreneur-led and high-growth businesses across the UK. The firm supports clients through acquisitions, disposals and capital markets transactions, providing high-quality, commercially focused financial due diligence. This is a senior opportunity within a well-established Transaction Services team, with genuine scope to influence the direction of the business, develop people and build long-term client relationships. The opportunity You'll play a key role in developing and growing the Transaction Services offering within Corporate Finance, working closely with Partners, Directors and other Associate Directors. Alongside delivery, you'll help shape service lines, mentor team members and contribute to business development. The role suits someone comfortable operating autonomously at a senior level, while collaborating closely with leadership and stakeholders across the firm. Key responsibilities Support the management and growth of the Corporate Finance / Transaction Services teamLead and project manage large and complex financial due diligence engagementsTake ownership of project delivery, timelines, budgets and issue resolutionDevelop existing and new service offerings within Transaction ServicesBuild and maintain strong, trusted client relationshipsDemonstrate a clear understanding of clients' businesses and sectorsProvide technical leadership and oversight on due diligence workManage, mentor and develop team members, including appraisals, training and progressionAct as a role model and senior point of contact within the teamConvert existing opportunities into further Corporate Finance workIdentify and develop new business opportunitiesContribute to proposals, pitching and wider marketing activityUnderstand broader firm services and identify cross-selling opportunitiesProvide and act on clear, honest and timely feedback About you ACA or ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or equivalent experienceStrong background in Transaction Services / Financial Due DiligenceExperience working within Corporate FinanceProven management and leadership experienceStrong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPointFor capital markets exposure, a solid understanding of relevant legislationConfident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholdersCommercially minded, proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environment Why consider this role Senior level responsibility with real influence over strategy and growthExposure to high-quality transactions and entrepreneurial clientsClear progression and long-term career developmentSupportive, people-focused culture with agile workingA firm that invests in leadership, innovation and its future This role would suit an existing Associate Director or Director in Transaction Services, or a Senior Manager ready to step up into a broader, more influential position. ________ As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.