Managing Director

Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to engage, motivate and lead the organisation through and alongside the management team Full P&L management and controls, including cadence and reporting into Jonas Demonstrate the ability to plan and coordinate a range of business functions across different teams within a software business Sound planning skills and the ability to contribute to and influence strategic direction and vision Excellent decision-making skills and an analytical approach to problem solving A collaborative leader with a willingness to actively work on customer accounts and problem solve alongside any member of the team. A proven track record growing a business or solution set by developing and implementing successful sales initiatives Extensive hands-on experience building and maintaining long-lasting relationships with a broad range of clients from small businesses through to major enterprises The ability to resolve high-level, complex customer issues in a diplomatic and professional manner A proven customer focus and extensive experience in a client service or sales environment Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to form real connections with people from diverse professional backgrounds - from interns through to CEOs Awareness of competitive landscape in Fitness Leisure and market opportunities. Experience in financial management and establishing controls and balances to minimise financial risk Proven track record in meeting and/or exceeding revenue and profit targets and previous P&L management Experience designing and managing bonus, commissions, remuneration and reward schemes. Experience in multiple solution R&D / delivery programmes, putting in place timely and appropriate management and financial controls at project level to minimise financial risk Providing governance to multiple projects in the BU, including escalations, recovery and reporting Establishing commercial arrangements for Support and Maintenance, Managed Services and similar recurring revenue workstreams and putting in place teams and facilities to provide same. Understanding of how AI technologies can be leveraged to enhance customer-facing features and drive internal efficiencies, particularly within R&D and Customer Support functions. Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing company policies and procedures The ability to support the Group Leader to make informed decisions on behalf of shareholders Knowledge of statutory, legal, and contractual obligations Contract negotiations and frameworks with both suppliers and customers. A degree or equivalent in a relevant management, business and/or information technology discipline, or comparable work experience Senior Management experience and an established significant profile within the UK software industry aligned with or transferrable to the Fitness Leisure sector. Thrive in a results driven background and be comfortable with financial and performance measurement Have a detailed understanding of the measurements and metrics used to drive a successful company Have proven experience as a Business Leader or Senior Manager within a software business aligned with or transferrable to Fitness Leisure Understand the need to balance commercial success with customer satisfaction and employee engagement Have proven experience of managing multiple conflicting priorities to meet strategic deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Have exceptional communication skills delivering clearly and confidently, both in person and in writing Be energetic, motivated, and enthusiastic with a "can do" attitude Have excellent attention to detail Work with honesty and integrity. Be part of a dynamic and innovative global organisation Competitive compensation and benefits package Opportunities for career growth within our expansive portfolio Join a collaborative environment that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a space where everyone can excel. 25 days annual leave 10 days rolling sick plan, including extended illness pay Pension 5% EE and 4% ER (increases after 3 years to a max of 6%) Life Assurance 4x base salary Income Protection Private Health Insurance Cashplan Option to join the CSI Employee Share Purchase Scheme Personal Travel Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Electric/Hybrid Vehicle scheme Discounted gym membership Discounted high street retailer scheme Employee funded benefits, such as dental insurance, will writing services etc.Xn Leisure Systems Limited (Xn) is a company demonstrating over 4 decades experience in delivering award winning IT solutions within the leisure sector, with thousands of users who benefit from partnering with an organisation offering a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise.Xn is engaged in a program of continuous strategic investment in people, product development and services. Xn mirrors the friendly, people-orientated nature of the leisure sector whilst stimulating innovation and focused performance amongst our personnel.Xn's Mission Statement: "Xn Leisure aims to ensure adding value is at the heart of our vision to be a partner, not just a supplier, within our sector and realise it is people and relationships, built on integrity and commitment that provides customer loyalty."Knowing who you are and what you stand for are key issues for any company at any time. In today's highly-charged corporate climate they are absolutely vital principles which manage every business and are key in order to function effectively.I believe that developing the right corporate culture and values are essential to serving the best interests of our employees, our clients and stakeholders in our business. In building Xn we have followed strong ethical guidelines in the pursuit of our business objectives and believe working in a relaxed atmosphere with a strong focus on a high performance ethos provides the correct mix for business success.We are committed to providing equal opportunity as a company without borders or divisions. We commit to foster a working environment which values teamwork, excellence, personal development and respect for others.