Managing Director opportunity with an electro-mechanical product manufacturing company based in East Kent. Established for nearly 100 years, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc). Due to the incumbents intended retirement, this is a special opportunity to manage a great team of people, offering exciting prospects with this highly successful business. Reporting to the Board of a long-term family owned group of companies, leading a team of 5 direct reports and 18 wider staff, the Managing Director will lead the business into its next phase of growth. You will have full responsibility for company performance - including P&L, operations, Health & Safety, legal compliance, and strategic direction - supported by a strong senior management team, the board, and external advisors. The Candidate: Successful track record running or managing an SME. Strong commercial skills across Sales and Marketing. Broad understanding of Finance, Operations, Accountancy, and HR.