Commercial Director

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ping-HR - Rec2Rec & Sales Recruitment Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

Commercial Director

Summary of Role

Our client is a successful international recruitment consultancy with operations across multiple global regions. They are seeking a highly motivated and people-focused
Commercial Director
to join their senior leadership team.

This pivotal role will be responsible for leading and developing three key business units —
Legal
,
Compliance & Onboarding
, and
Contracts
— while driving commercial success, operational excellence, and a culture of collaboration and accountability.

The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader who thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and has a proven ability to empower teams, develop talent, and foster alignment across diverse international operations.

Key Responsibilities

People & Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the heads of the Legal, Compliance & Onboarding, and Contracts teams. Total team of 10.
  • Create an environment that encourages professional growth, teamwork, and high performance.
  • Champion a culture of inclusion, transparency, and accountability across all reporting units.
  • Foster collaboration across global offices to ensure cohesive operations and consistent standards.

Strategic Leadership

  • Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape and deliver the company's commercial strategy.
  • Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans for each business unit.
  • Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement across all operational areas.

Operational Excellence

  • Oversee the efficiency, quality, and compliance of daily operations across the Legal, Compliance & Onboarding, and Contracts functions.
  • Implement best practices to streamline processes and enhance service delivery in a growing international business.

Commercial & Contract Management

  • Oversee negotiation, drafting, and execution of key commercial contracts, including client, supplier, and partnership agreements.
  • Ensure all contractual arrangements are commercially advantageous and legally sound.

Risk & Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with relevant international laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Maintain robust corporate governance and risk management frameworks across all reporting units.

Financial & Strategic Oversight

  • Manage P&L for the reporting departments, ensuring cost efficiency and budgetary control.
  • Contribute to the overall financial planning and growth strategy of the business.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients, suppliers, and legal partners.
  • Serve as a key representative for complex commercial and legal matters both internally and externally.

Experience and Knowledge

  • Proven experience in a senior commercial or legal leadership role (e.g., Commercial Director, General Counsel, or Legal Director) within the international recruitment or professional services sector.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Strong understanding of international contract law, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Strategic mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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