Executive management jobs in Preston

16 Oct, 2026

Full Time Permanent

£45,000 - £58,000 yearly

Leyland Trucks / DAF a PACCAR Company Leyland, Lancashire, UK

Senior Operations Logistics Manager Make a measurable impact on safety, quality, delivery and cost, by joining our team at Leyland Trucks, leading operational improvement, coaching teams and using data to shape better processes. Strong leadership, communication and analytical capability are essential. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Continuous Improvement Manager, Business Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Materials Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Operations Improvement Manager Benefits include a comprehensive medical scheme, pension, support for professional qualifications and extensive learning and development. SALARY: £45,000 to £58,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Leyland, Lancashire, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW An opportunity...

15 Oct, 2026

Nursery Manager

Busy Bees Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Preston Hospital – Leading Nursery Group in the UK! Salary £40,000 plus up to 25% annual salary bonus Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make a difference. Are you an experienced early years leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Busy Bees, we believe great nurseries start with great leaders. As a Nursery Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to lead your own team, shape the experience for children and families, and make a real difference every day with the support of a trusted national nursery group behind you. Why Busy Bees? Grow your career We’re passionate about developing our people. From leadership training to clear progression pathways, we’ll support you to build your skills and take your career wherever you want it to go . Lead and inspire your team Create a positive, inclusive environment where your team can thrive. You’ll coach, motivate and develop your colleagues, helping them reach their full...

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08 Oct, 2026

Permanent

Head of AI

Local Pensions Partnership Preston, UK

Head of AI Hybrid or remote-based, with travel to Preston. Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 DOE - 37 hours per week A glance at the role: Shape how AI is introduced, governed and scaled across one of the UK's leading pension administration organisations. As Head of AI, you will build the strategy, capability and operating model that turns emerging technology into measurable improvements for colleagues, clients and members. Working with the Chief Technology Officer, Executive team and stakeholders, you will identify, prioritise and deliver AI opportunities that support LPPA's strategy, operational efficiency, service improvement and member and client outcomes. A bit about us Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is a multi-award-winning organisation and one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We support more than 1,500 employers and 700,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping members informed and providing...

09 Oct, 2026

Permanent

Export Sales Manager

Morgan Ryder Associates Penwortham, Preston, UK

Export Sales Manager - Middle East & Far East Salary: Up to 50,000 basic salary , depending on experience Bonus: 15% annual performance bonus Pension: 5% employer contribution + 5% employee contribution Holidays: 33 days per year , increasing with length of service Life Assurance: 3 x annual salary Working: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office Hours: Flexible working to accommodate international markets Markets: Middle East & Far East Sector: Construction & Building Materials The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Export Sales Manager to develop and grow international sales for a UK-based manufacturer. This is a key role with responsibility for developing new business and growing existing customer relationships across the Middle East and Far East , with a particular focus on the construction and building materials markets . The role would suit an experienced export sales professional who...

08 Oct, 2026

Permanent

Design Manager

Building Careers UK Penwortham, Preston, UK

A long established and highly regarded main building contractor with a strong reputation for delivering new build and refurbishment projects across a range of sectors is looking to appoint an experienced Design Manager to join the team. With a diverse portfolio of projects across the region, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality schemes through a collaborative and well-structured approach. Their projects span a variety of sectors, providing an excellent opportunity for a Design Manager to work across challenging developments and gain exposure to different construction methodologies and project environments. The company operates with a strong focus on quality, technical excellence and project delivery, working closely with clients, consultants, supply chain partners and internal operational teams to deliver successful outcomes. This is a live-project, delivery-focused Design Manager position, rather than a predominantly pre-construction role. You...

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24 Sep, 2026

Permanent

Recruitment Consultant, Education

Veritas Education Recruitment Penwortham, Preston, UK

Recruitment Consultant / Senior Consultant - Education Sector Based in Preston Rapidly Growing Team Uncapped Commission + Career Progression Veritas Education , Lancashire's leading and fastest-growing Education Recruitment Specialist , is expanding our Preston office ! Due to continued growth and market success, we're looking for experienced consultants ready for the next step in their career - including Senior and Management opportunities - as well as graduates and trainees eager to start a rewarding career in education recruitment. What We're Looking For Experienced Education Recruiters ready to step up into Senior or Management roles Teachers seeking a career change within education recruitment Sales Executives with transferable skills Graduates / Trainees looking to build a long-term career You'll need to be driven, resilient, and passionate about supporting schools and education professionals. What We Offer Uncapped...

07 Oct, 2026

Full Time Permanent

Housing Operations Manager

£45,000 yearly

AWD online Blackburn, UK

Housing Operations Manager Join a senior housing role where practical housing management knowledge, regulatory understanding and analytical judgement can strengthen policy, performance, staff capability and service improvement for vulnerable tenants. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Operations Manager, Housing Services Manager, Housing Manager, Service Manager, Housing Performance Manager, Housing Compliance Manager, Service Improvement Manager, Performance Manager SALARY: £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Blackburn, Lancashire / Operational Travel as Required JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm JOB OVERVIEW This is an opportunity to shape how housing services are assured and improved while building towards wider operational leadership. Working with the Operations Director, the...

07 Oct, 2026

Permanent

Workshop Supervisor- Engineering

Only FE Blackburn, UK

Workshop Supervisor- Engineering Please apply by 21/10/2026 Salary £29,947 to £32,715 gross per annum The Role The Workshop Supervisor is responsible for the effective management, operation, and development of the engineering workshops/labs to support high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment. The role ensures that workshops/labs facilities, equipment, and resources are safe, compliant, industry-relevant, and fit for purpose, while providing technical leadership and support to staff and students. What we are looking for We require applicants who have a Level 3 qualification or above in an engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics) and a Level 2 qualification in English and maths. You should have practical experience working in an engineering workshop/lab or industrial environment and experience of managing/supervising workshops/labs facilities, equipment, or technical resources. You will also need Demonstrable experience of...

14 Oct, 2026

Permanent

People & Culture Senior - 12m FTC

Adecco Penwortham, Preston, UK

People & Culture Senior Executive Leadership Opportunity Preston Upto 80k plus Excellent Benefits Full Time, 12 month contract An ambitious and highly respected educational organisation is seeking an outstanding Director of People & Culture to join its Executive Leadership Team. This is a pivotal executive appointment for an experienced people leader who is passionate about shaping organisational culture, developing workforce capability and driving strategic change. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the successful candidate will lead the organisation's people strategy, ensuring it has the talent, leadership capability, culture and employee experience required to deliver its long-term ambitions. The role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a modern and progressive people agenda across a large and diverse workforce. The Role The Director of People & Culture will provide strategic...