Managing Director

About the Role

JD&Co is collaborating with a dynamic, founder-led premium consumer brand based in London, seeking a Chief Executive Officer / Managing Director to spearhead its next phase of expansion. This profitable company, loved by its customer base and developed without external financing, has carved out a distinctive position within its market and is now poised for substantial growth and a potential major exit.

Opportunity Highlights

This position offers a unique leadership opportunity in a scale-up environment rather than a conventional corporate CEO role. Partnering closely with the founders, the Managing Director will be entrusted with overseeing daily operations while crafting and executing strategic growth plans aimed at transforming this challenger brand into a market leader.

Key areas of leadership include:

• Developing commercial strategy and driving overall business growth
• Expanding direct-to-consumer (DTC) and omnichannel presence
• Implementing subscription and recurring revenue models
• Enhancing operational efficiency and optimizing the supply chain
• Overseeing team leadership and organizational structure
• Driving retail, international market, and new channel expansion
• Positioning the business for sustainable value creation and exit preparation

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a track record of scaling founder-led consumer businesses and a deep understanding of operational and commercial excellence. They should be adept at strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution and thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting with real ownership over company direction.

Desired experience includes:

• Scaling premium consumer brands through rapid growth phases
• Leading omnichannel operations across DTC, retail, and marketplaces
• Developing recurring revenue or subscription business models
• Improving operations, profit margins, and commercial performance
• Guiding founder-led businesses through significant scaling efforts
• Building enterprises with a focus on long-term exit value

Relevant sectors might include lifestyle, beauty, wellness, premium consumer goods, food and drink, or similar categories.

Additional Information

The role is based in London with a hybrid working arrangement. The compensation package includes a competitive six-figure salary, performance bonuses, and equity participation. Candidates who are passionate about shaping a leading UK consumer brand in cooperation with ambitious founders are encouraged to explore this opportunity.