General Manager

About the Company: We are proud to partner with Lualdi, a globally renowned brand specialising in premium interior solutions, including bespoke doors, entry systems, and furnishings tailored for residential, commercial, and hospitality environments. Lualdi combines Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge design and they now seek an experienced General Manager to lead and grow their UK operations from the central London showroom. The Opportunity: This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a commercially minded individual with a passion for design and interiors. The ideal candidate will be well-connected within the UKs architecture and design (A&D) community and comfortable managing both sales growth and operational functions. You will take ownership of the UK business while working closely with the wider Lualdi team based in Italy (Design, Marketing, HR, and Production). Key Responsibilities: Provide operational leadership and manage the UK team and showroom. Oversee the full sales and project lifecycle from initial enquiry and quoting to project management, delivery, installation, and aftercare. Manage showroom operations, financial reporting, and budgeting. Cultivate relationships with high-end interior designers and architectural firms. Drive business development and lead client acquisition initiatives. Attend trade shows, industry events, and client meetings, both in the UK and abroad as needed. Ensure brand representation and uphold Lualdis high standards across all touchpoints. Candidate Profile: Proven experience in the interiors or design industry is essential. Demonstrated experience in a leadership or general management role. Strong background in sales, business development, and project management. Degree in Design, Architecture or a related field is advantageous. Highly proficient in Mac OS and Microsoft Office 365. Exceptional presentation, design sensibility, and attention to detail. Fluent in English; Italian language skills are a distinct advantage. Whats on Offer: Competitive base salary: £60,000 £90,000, depending on experience. Attractive bonus scheme and benefits package. The chance to lead the UK arm of a prestigious, design-led global brand. Work in a stunning showroom environment at the heart of Londons design scene. This is a rare opportunity to shape the growth of a design-centric international business in the UK market. If youre a proactive leader with a flair for design and a passion for interiors, wed love to hear from you. Contact: Craig Tindall Reference: CMT/94362 Candidate Care: By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file for 6 months, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 6/17/2025