Country Manager UK – International Staffing Group - LONDON

Description du poste Location: London (initially), with UK-wide scope Salary: £110,000 – £150,000 basic- depending on experience + performance bonus + benefits (car, healthcare, executive package) Type: Permanent, full-time About the Company Our client is a leading European staffing group, headquartered in France, with: 300+ branches across 10 countries €900M annual turnover A proven track record of building successful operations in new markets They are now embarking on their next major step: launching in the UK. The Opportunity As Country Manager UK, you will be the face of the group in the UK and play a pivotal role in establishing, building, and scaling their presence. This is not a maintenance role – it’s an entrepreneurial challenge for an ambitious leader ready to build something from the ground up. You will: Launch the first UK branch in London and develop the national footprint. Act as the legal representative of the company in the UK, overseeing administrative, banking, and regulatory setup. Drive commercial growth: winning clients, attracting talent, and building trusted partnerships. Recruit, inspire, and lead a team as the business scales across the UK. Leverage the strong operational, financial, and brand support of the French headquarters, while shaping the UK strategy with full autonomy. Who We’re Looking For This role is designed for a seasoned leader in the staffing industry who is ready for their next big challenge. You are likely today a: Regional Director, Operations Director, or Managing Director..... at a staffing group With at least 5 years’ senior leadership experience in temporary staffing and recruitment. Known for your entrepreneurial drive, commercial acumen, and ability to build a client/candidate network from day one. Ready to be the front face of a fast-growing international group entering the UK market. Able to navigate the legal, compliance, and administrative frameworks of establishing a new entity. Someone with a strong network of clients, colleagues, and candidates – and the confidence to bring them on this journey. Why Join? Be the founder of the UK operations for a €900M international group. High impact, high visibility role with autonomy and authority. Attractive salary package £110,000 – £150,000 basic + bonus/commission structure. Full executive benefits: company car, healthcare, pension, relocation support if needed. The backing of an established, profitable group – combined with the freedom of a true start-up challenge. This is a rare opportunity for a senior staffing leader in the UK to step into an entrepreneurial, high-impact role. Please send your CV to [email protected] for an initial confidential conversation.