European Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Manager | Veolia Water Tech | MBA | CIPD | ILM | FIRP | BA(hons)
Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonisation, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.
Purite, as a business, is dedicated to the sustainable management of water, our most vital resource. As part of the Veolia group, we are committed to innovation, quality, and ecological transformation in water treatment solutions. Our foundation in providing purified water systems spans laboratories and a wide range of industries from food & beverage through to microelectronics and the healthcare market, including CSSD, Endoscopy, and Renal departments, with expertise in boxed products through to designing and installing turnkey projects.
Job Description
Sales Leader, Water Purification Systems
Based in Thame, mix of office, remote, and on the road working. Base salary to £70,000. Company car and sales incentive performance bonus.
We’re seeking an accomplished Sales Leader to drive our ambitious growth strategy in the water purification sector. This is a pivotal role where you’ll shape the future of our business whilst leading a dynamic team of Business Development Managers. As our ideal candidate, you’ll bring a strategic mindset and proven track record in sales leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Spearhead the development and execution of sales strategies, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives
* Lead and mentor a high‑performing team of Business Development Managers
* Drive profitable growth through strategic account management and market development
* Own the marketing and exhibition budget, ensuring optimal ROI
* Collaborate with technical teams to identify product development opportunities
* Deliver comprehensive performance management and professional development programmes
What you’ll bring
* Proven commercial leadership experience
* Strategic thinking with strong analytical capabilities
* Excellence in team development and coaching
* Strong financial acumen and budget management skills
* Ability to build strong relationships across global teams
Essential Experience & Skills
* Substantial experience in Water Purification Sales and Marketing, with proven ability to independently manage high‑value customer portfolios
* Deep technical knowledge of water and process treatment systems
* Outstanding problem‑solving capabilities with a track record of delivering innovative solutions
* Proven leadership abilities with exceptional coaching and people management skills
* First‑rate negotiation skills with demonstrable commercial success
* Sharp analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
Personal Qualities
* Natural communicator with excellent presentation and written skills
* Self‑motivated with the ability to work autonomously whilst maintaining strong team relationships
* Proactive approach to maintaining technological leadership in the industry
* Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and quality
Desirable
* Engineering background or mechanical knowledge of industry applications (not essential)
* Experience in leading cross‑functional teams
Additional Information
Provide an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, technology‑driven environment.
Benefits
Health & Welfare: Holiday allowance 26 days plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days off.
Private Healthcare (currently BUPA), with an option to add your family members.
Dental Plan.
Enhanced Maternity/Primary Care pay of 13 weeks full pay from Day 1.
Enhanced Paternity/Secondary Care pay of 2 weeks full pay from Day 1.
Adoption Leave of 13 weeks full pay for Parental, and 2 weeks full Co‑parental pay from day 1 of employment.
Support for carers offering flexibility for longer‑term caring needs.
£60 Lifestyle Account with matching contributions up to £360.
Discounted gym memberships.
Paid volunteering leave (1 day per year).
Pension: Leading contribution 10% of earnings from us, 5% from you.
Option to buy shares at preferential rates.
Salary sacrifice schemes.
Life insurance benefit 4× salary.
Income protection up to 60% of salary.
Equal Opportunities
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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