Managing Director – Manned Guarding and Security

Company: Elliot Marsh
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

As Managing Director you will lead the commercial and operational functions for a London and South East security services provider, driving growth and acting as the face of the organisation. You will secure new contract wins, oversee tenders, and coach the existing team, reporting to the CEO as part of the leadership team. The role is highly autonomous and strategic, spanning public and private sector opportunities. This is a high-impact role shaping the company’s growth trajectory and service delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial and operational functions
  • Network with prospective clients
  • Head bid process on tenders
  • Coach and develop the existing team
  • Drive growth and business development
  • Report to CEO as part of leadership team

Key requirements

  • Senior leadership experience in an FM-type business (MD/GM/Sales Director/Operations Director/Account Director/Business Development Director)
  • Proven track record in securing new contract wins
  • Experience working across both public and private sectors
  • Hands-on, strategic leadership with accountability for growth and service delivery
  • strong leadership
  • stakeholder management
  • excellent communication
  • bid/tender management
  • contract negotiations
  • sales leadership

Posted: September 14th, 2026