General Manager, UK

About the role

This General Manager role at Wheely involves comprehensive oversight of the London market. The successful candidate will hold P&L responsibility for the region, directly influencing financial performance. Key areas of focus include managing the offline product, which covers pricing strategies, vehicle availability, and fleet composition to ensure service quality and market competitiveness.

The role requires leadership of four distinct local teams: Driver Operations, Quality & Training (Chauffeur Academy), Sales (Wheely for Business), and Marketing. Beyond internal team management, the General Manager will drive business development by identifying new expansion opportunities and forging partnerships. Collaboration with the central Product team is also essential to enhance both passenger and chauffeur experiences.

Success in this position means navigating London's regulatory landscape, developing strategic approaches to licensing, and representing Wheely externally. This includes engaging with the press, fostering partnerships, and managing relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will balance operational leadership with strategic growth initiatives in a dynamic market.

The annual salary for this General Manager role is listed between $28,000 and $48,000 USD.

Skills that matter here

• P&L responsibility: This role requires direct ownership of the profit and loss statement for the London market, indicating a need for strong financial acumen and strategic decision-making.
• leadership and team management skills: The General Manager will lead four distinct local teams, necessitating proven abilities in guiding and developing personnel.
• analytical / problem solving skills: These skills are crucial for optimizing the offline product, addressing operational challenges, and developing effective regulatory strategies.
• business development: The role involves identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities and partnerships to drive growth for the London operations.
• regulatory strategy: The General Manager will be responsible for navigating and strategizing within London's complex licensing environment.
• External representation: This involves engaging with media, partners, and stakeholders to build and maintain Wheely's presence and reputation in the market.

Who this role suits

• Someone with 7-10 years of total experience, including at least 5 years in investment banking, strategy consulting, or high-growth tech.
• A professional holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM or Economics from a leading university.
• An individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at managing complex operational and strategic challenges.
• A candidate who is based in Central London and comfortable with an office-based role, with one remote day per week.

From the employer

• P&L responsibility for London
• The offline product: pricing, availability and fleet composition
• Four local teams
• Driver Operations
• Quality & Training (our Chauffeur Academy)
• Sales (Wheely for Business)
• Marketing
• Drive business development, identifying and capitalising on new opportunities for expansion and partnerships
• Collaboration with central Product team on the passenger and chauffeur experience
• Regulatory strategy: navigating London's complex licensing environment
• External representation: press, partnerships and key stakeholder engagement.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM or Economics from a leading university
• Minimum 7-10 years of total experience, with 5+ years in investment banking, strategy consulting, or high-growth tech
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills
• Based in Central London.

• Office-based role in West London, four days a week with flexible start and finish times, plus one remote day of your choice
• Competitive salary
• Employee stock options plan
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Life and critical illness cover
• Best-in-class equipment
• Monthly credit towards Wheely journeys
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Professional development stipend
• Relocation support, including visa sponsorship and allowance.