Chief Country Officer
Nexans
Lead UK operations, sales, and legal compliance for Nexans, driving growth and profitability.
14 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
28,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Project Management
Consulting
Turnkey
Construction services
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace & Defense
Armored Industrial Cables
Automation & Industrial Robotics
Automotive Manufacturing Welding Cables
Healthcare
Mining - Infrastructure Cables
Mining - Tunneling Operations
Mining - Underground Mining
Role
What you would be doing
compliance
legal rep
strategic leadership
customer relations
health & safety
team leadership
- Ensure the company operates in full compliance with all UK legal and regulatory requirements.
- Act as a legal representative of Nexans Logistics, performing all duties related to this position and ensure they are fully met
- Provide strategic leadership, direction, planning and execution of Power Grid & Connect profitable growth strategy and development in the UK
- Develop and implement the company's strategy and mission at the country level, aligning it with global corporate goals.
- Develop and maintain relationships with Nexans Power Grid & Connect key customers including Electrical DSOs and electrical material distributors, integrators and installers.
- Ensure safe and efficient working conditions for all Nexans UK employees, including the proper management and maintenance of Milton Keynes Distribution Centre and Offices, respecting and deploying the rules regarding health and safety as well as environmental.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor the UK management team and organization to achieve ambitious business objectives and continue to build on a positive company culture.
What you bring
strategic thinking
senior management
financial management
agile pm
business degree
cross-cultural
- Strategic Thinking: A highly developed ability to think strategically and develop actionable roadmaps for growth.
- Experience: Extensive senior management experience in the relevant or similar industry and significant experience in managing operations and driving growth.
- English fluency; French proficiency would be advantageous
- Strong financial management skills including working knowledge of P&L, cash flow and balance sheet.
- Agile project management
- Communication & Negotiation: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills, including at very senior levels.
- Education: A bachelor's or Master of Science degree in business administration, management, international business, or a related field is preferred.
- Problem solving mindset with ability to led the change
- Optimise OWC and maximise cash generation (Good financial understanding is key).
- Commercial Acumen: A deep understanding of commercial value, market dynamics, and the ability to identify and manage risks.
- Cross-Cultural Competence: Strong skills in cross-cultural communication, collaboration and promoting a positive team culture and employee engagement inline with Nexans values.
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Company
Overview
Born 2001
Year Established
The company was established in 2001.
€8.5B Revenue
2024 Revenue
The company reported €8.5 billion in revenue for 2024.
2nd Largest
Cable Maker Ranking
The company is the world's second-largest cable maker.
41 Countries
Global Presence
The company operates industrial sites in 41 countries worldwide.
120-Year History
Legacy Innovations
The company traces its history back to early innovations in cable technology, including lead-sheathed underground cables used in the 1900 Paris Exposition.
- Reinvented itself as a pure-play cable specialist.
- Today it stands as the world’s second-largest cable maker.
- Supplies ultra-long HVDC subsea links and outfitting floating solar installations.
- Headquartered in Paris, with industrial sites in 41 countries, it blends century-long legacy with global reach.
- Its cables help illuminate cities, power offshore wind farms, interconnect countries and electrify transport.
- In recent years it streamlined around electrification, selling off non-core divisions to sharpen focus.
- Invests in design and digital services—optimizing cable performance and reliability for modern networks.
- Innovation at the heart of everything we do
- Commitment to our customers' success
- Passion for excellence and performance
- Accountability and responsibility
- Collaboration and trust
- Respect for people, communities, and the environment
2050 Goal
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero.
20% Reduction
CO2 Emissions in 2022
Reduced CO2 emissions compared to 2019 levels.
100% Materials
Sourced Responsibly by 2030
Aims to ensure all materials are responsibly sourced and circular.
30% Supply Chain
CO2 Reduction Target
Committed to reducing CO2 emissions in the supply chain.
- Increased energy efficiency across all operations.
30% Female Leadership
Target Representation
Aiming for female representation in leadership roles by 2025.
30% Female Workforce
Workforce Composition
Aim for women to make up 30% of the workforce through gender parity in recruitment.
- Global leadership program aimed at promoting diverse talent.
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