The Oval Partnership
Country Manager
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The Opportunity
The Oval Partnership has been exclusively appointed to identify an entrepreneurial commercial leader for a fast-growing, impact-driven European food business entering the UK market.
This is a rare opportunity to launch, build, and lead the company’s UK operation. The successful candidate will have substantial autonomy, direct access to the group CEO, and significant long-term upside, including share participation and success-based rewards.
About the Opportunity
You will take full ownership of UK sales growth, profitability, and market development. Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and executing the UK commercial strategy
- Winning and growing partnerships across gastronomy, foodservice, and commercial catering
- Building and leading the UK team as the business scales
- Managing the UK P&L and cash flow
- Representing the business with customers, at industry events, and in senior commercial discussions
- Contributing to group strategy as a key member of the leadership team
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About You
You will bring:
- Deep knowledge of the UK gastronomy and foodservice market
- A strong industry network and a track record of opening doors
- Outstanding commercial judgment and communication skills
- Experience building and motivating high-performing teams
- Confidence managing P&Ls, cash flow, and sustainable growth
- The resilience, energy, and hands-on approach required in a startup environment
- A genuine passion for high-quality, sustainable food and ingredients
What’s on Offer
- The opportunity to build and lead a high-potential UK business
- Significant autonomy and influence over its future direction
- Generous share participation and success-based cash rewards
- A compelling, category-leading product range
- Strong support from an established international team, advisers, and investors
- A values-led culture combining commercial ambition with positive environmental and social impact
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How to Apply
This is a confidential and exclusive search led by Clayton Hill, Director at The Oval Partnership.
To explore the opportunity in confidence, please apply through LinkedIn or contact Clayton directly. Please include your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant UK foodservice experience and key commercial achievements.
All enquiries and applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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