SoCode have been appointed to search for a Director of R&D (Engineering) for our client, a well known global player in the Wireless Telecommunications / Consumer Electronics space.

This is an Executive Appointment, reporting directly to the CEO -  and will form a key part of the Senior Management Team.  We are looking for an individual with a large amount of experience - someone who has "been there and done it"  rather than anyone looking to make a step up in to their first executive appointment. 

Our client has boomed in recent years and show a very healthy current financial performance and results. To continue this ambitious growth - we are looking for someone with energy, passion and experience. They are entering an exciting period of New Product Development within an established sector, and the Director of R&D will be ciritcal in making the correct product and investment decisions. 

 

Delivery 

The Director of R&D will take accountabilty and ownership for high quality and on-time delivery of products (Hardware and Software) ensuring that all projects meet their objectives. You'll be a "continuous improver" of people and processes - bringing in new methodologies, driving innovation and always seeking perfection.

Reporting Business Units will be: 

• Programme/Project Management
• Software 
• Hardware Design
• Engineering Support Services
• NPI 

 

Management 

You'll be responsible for c150 Engineers (50% of the Workforce) mainly based in Cambridge, UK. You'll be used to inspiring people on mass and managing careers and hiring etc. You'll be used to managing through managers and running a sperate Technology SMT

 

Strategic / Commercial:

The Director of R&D will take accountabilty for the £10-£12M pa R&D Budget and own the Company Technology Roadmap.  You'll have a strong commercial sense and be used to P&L accountability. Working alongside the executive team, you will be a central decision maker in the business and product strategy. 

 

Package & Rewards:

As an executive appointment, this role will come with a market leading salary, car allowance and SMT bonus & benefits package. 

 

Next Steps:

To apply or for more information - please do forward your CV and we'll be in touch with all suitable candidates for a pre-selection interview.