Managing Director

Reporting to the Regional Managing Director, the Managing Director will lead and manage the performance and operations of a Division to grow the business by increasing profitability and improving the Company’s reputation as a leading house builder.

You will be expected to:

• Lead, inspire and shape a high‑performing Divisional team that have capacity, capability and diversity, are well‑directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the Division’s workload.
• Role‑model exceptional leadership and people management, leveraging HR processes, tools and practices to establish a high‑performance culture, raise standards, ensure engagement and consistently exceed expectations.
• Prepare and implement a sustainable growth plan (rolling 3 years) for the Division. Monitor performance to achieve objectives as cost effectively and efficiently as possible.
• Lead and take accountability for the attainment of KPI’s in relation to profit, operating margin, customer satisfaction, sustainability, land acquisition, legal completions and build quality.
• Manage and monitor performance within the Division, reporting and providing information as appropriate to the Regional Managing Director and the Divisional Board in line with the standard business processes.
• Design and implement an effective PR Strategy within the parameters set by the Group/Regional MD, to promote the products and image of the company in the community.
• Champion a focus on customer service excellence and build quality that enhances the reputation of the Company and increases profitability; ensure that the Division positively contributes to reaching the standards/targets set by the Group.
• Represent the company in negotiations with key suppliers, government departments and other key partners to secure the most effective terms, relationships and reputation.
• Promote and take accountability to ensure full use of, systems, policies, procedures and governance frameworks to effectively protect the Company and our customers, mitigating risk and ensuring compliance, including but not limited to building, health & safety and environment regulations and standards and policies on land acquisition.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• A successful track record in a similar senior role within the industry or a major blue‑chip company.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of business drivers, competition and issues facing the industry, the local/national economic and political environment and the impact of all on business success.
• The individual to be highly numerate, with the ability to interpret and utilise economic, financial and industry data.
• A proven strategic and performance leadership capability; able to initiate and lead change; delivers tangible results; demonstrates toughness under pressure and a competitive spirit.
• An individual who communicates with impact and clarity; builds effective and supportive working relationships.
• A strong people leader; involves and empowers others; coaches and mentors within and outside of own team; invests in own development.
• A candidate that has proven record of developing team members and bringing teams together to drive volume and deliver excellence.

Core Leadership Differentiators

• Building relationships
• Drives change and continuous improvement
• Putting the customer first
• Engages others to deliver

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover – Family Cover
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)

Private medical cover

Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

Pension

First‑class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

Annual Health Assessment

All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

So much more…

Additional benefits include shared ownership schemes, enhanced family‑friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) and a range of employee discounts.

About Southampton

Our dual‑branded Barratt Redrow divisions combine the best of our Barratt Homes and Redrow brands, providing award‑winning quality and innovative design across a wide range of customers.

Where you’ll be working

Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites.

Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre

We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we’re so committed to developing our inclusive culture.