Director jobs in North West England

Michael Page is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, multi-site international FMCG organisation to appoint a People Director, reporting to the CPO. This is a pivotal, senior leadership role with enterprise-wide impact, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver a progressive people strategy during a period of significant transformation.

This is not a 'steady-state' role. It is a mandate to lead, influence and evolve.

You will form part of the Senior Leadership Team and be instrumental in leading the commercial strategy for the the business.

The opportunity to be part of a well established, trusted brand within the 3PL sector.

The Finance Director role requires a seasoned professional to lead and oversee financial operations within the industrial and manufacturing sector. This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to shape financial strategies and drive business success and would be a great opportunity for an aspiring Head of Finance or Financial Controller.

Finance Director role for a growing SME in South Manchester, that sits on the board and will lead the financial strategy and operations of a well-established organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector.

The Finance Director will oversee financial operations within the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry, ensuring robust financial management and strategic planning. This is a permanent role offering a competitive salary and an opportunity to provide leadership both to the finance team and the wider business.

As Marketing Director, you will shape and drive the long-term marketing strategy for a beloved and iconic brand. Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead brand positioning, campaign development, digital transformation, and consumer engagement across international markets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an FP&A professional to join the business services industry in a permanent FP&A Director role based in Cheshire. The position focuses on providing strategic financial planning and analysis to support the organisation's ambitious growth objectives.

Head of Manufacturing role based in Lancashire. Working for a well established, aerospace manufacturing company.

We are seeking a capable Commercial Director to lead and oversee commercial activities within the property industry focused on social housing repairs and maintenance contracts. The role requires a results-driven professional to ensure the effective management of resources and delivery of financial objectives across a portfolio of contracts.

Ideal for an experienced practice individual who is looking to make the role their own. This opportunity offers autonomy, flexibility and a fantastic office culture.

This is a high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in dynamic operational environments and enjoys shaping a positive and proactive safety culture. As HSE Manager you will be central to enhancing HSE performance, supporting continuous improvement and elevating the organisation's safety leadership capability.

The Group Sales Director will lead on driving the organisation's commercial growth, opening up new business, strengthening account management and unlocking wider opportunities across a multi‑division group. They will set a clear, integrated sales direction, build a high‑performing sales culture, and ensure the right strategy, systems and processes are firmly in place to accelerate commercial results with consistency and confidence.

As Tax Director, you will play a key leadership role within the firm, shaping tax strategy, driving growth, and delivering expert advice to clients. You'll work closely with partners and senior stakeholders to expand our tax offering and enhance client value.

As an Audit Director, you will be leading a team to perform various auditing tasks, ensuring clients financial operations comply. This vital role requires a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to upholding the integrity and reliability of financial data.

This position has arisen due to substantial growth of the practice along with succession plans. The Partners are hoping to bring in a Director or Partner to the firm and help to progress the firm forward with a Northern client base.

The role of Sales Director Fire & Security involves overseeing and driving sales strategies, specifically focusing on fire and security solutions. This position requires a results-oriented professional to manage teams and deliver exceptional sales performance must have Fire or Security background and managed large scale teams!

Michael Page are looking for an experienced National Payroll Lead Director to lead and transform payroll operations across the UK and offshore delivery centres. You will be responsible for strategic leadership, operational oversight, compliance, client relationships, team development, ensuring efficient, compliant and scalable payroll services.

The Corporate Tax Director will play a key role in driving the growth of the firm's large corporate and international tax offering in Manchester. This is a unique opportunity to shape a strategic service line within a leading accountancy practice, supporting market expansion while delivering high-quality client service.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Compliance Tax Director to join a growing Independent firm in the Northwest. The role requires a strong understanding of tax compliance and leadership capabilities to manage a team effectively.

As part of their 2026 growth plans they're now looking for a Director of Performance Marketing to join the agency. This is a genuine opportunity to really build - you'll be as comfortable in the nitty gritty of ad accounts as you are in the board room presenting strategy to Csuite.

Job Title: Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director
Location: Manchester / Stockport (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Regional Health & Safety Advisor role based in Knutsford. Working for a market leading Electrical Distribution company

The Interim Health & Safety Manager will ensure the continuous improvement in all aspects of Safety, Health and the Environment at the Wigan site through the implementation of robust risk management processes.

The role of Director of Technical Services EMEA is a key role in the EMEA business SLT. Leading a vital team of service engineers, in house engineers and customer success professionals

We are seeking an experienced FM Category Manager to join a reputable organisation within the transportation/ logistics sector. You will have experience in both hard FM and Soft FM.

This permanent position as a Health and Safety/Regulatory NQ offers an excellent opportunity to work within a top health and safety team. The role is based in Manchester and involves handling diverse regulatory and health and safety matters.

The Head of Finance will be the number one in finance and will lead all financial operations, financial strategy and the finance team. This role is based in Cheshire

INTRODUCTION TO 2026-2027 PROGRAMMEAre you a high-performing senior HR leader preparing for your next defining step? The programme is a highly selective, fully funded development experience designed for ambitious Heads of HR and emerging People Directors on the path to CPO. This is not theory or generic training - it is a commercial, board-level programme that builds strategic confidence and critical thinking.

A senior, business‑critical opportunity for a Process Safety Engineer to shape and strengthen global Functional Safety standards across complex operating assets. This role combines technical authority in SIL/SIS with high‑impact site engagement, audit leadership and specialist support across Europe and beyond.

This is a key leadership role within a progressive practice that offers genuine work-life balance through their hybrid working model. As a Responsible Individual, you'll have significant autonomy while being supported by an established team.