At Marston Holdings, we deliver innovative transportation, technology, and enforcement solutions that support public sector clients across the UK and internationally. Following significant private equity investment, we are continuing to grow our technology led services and are seeking a Strategic Operations Director to play a pivotal leadership role within our Transportation division. Reporting directly to the Transportation Managing Director, this role sits on both the Transportation Leadership Team and the Group Senior Leadership Team, offering significant influence in shaping operational strategy, client partnerships, and commercial growth. The Opportunity We are looking for a commercially driven and client focused leader with strong experience working within the Local and Central Government landscape. You will build deep relationships with public sector clients, understand their operational challenges, and help shape solutions that deliver measurable value. This role will lead operational performance and service transformation through data driven decision making, using insight and transparency to improve outcomes, strengthen delivery, and support sustainable growth. This is a highly visible role involving regular client engagement, industry representation, and participation at conferences and professional forums. Travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays, will be required. What’s in it for you

Discretionary company bonus Permanent, full-time role(37.5 hours/week) A wide range flexible staff benefits, from high-street discounts to wellbeing and lifestyle perks Enhanced maternity and paternity packages (eligibility criteria apply)

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Driving revenue growth and EBITDA performance through effective contract delivery and strategic sales development Leading major contracts, including CPE & TfL, ensuring delivery against financial and non-financial objectives Holding full P&L responsibility for contracts within your region or business unit, optimising financial performance through effective cost management and resource allocation Supporting new business growth through cross selling Group services across Consulting, Technology, Transportation, BPO, and debt recovery Working closely with Strategic Account Directors, Managers, and New Business teams to expand the Transportation portfolio Building trusted executive level client relationships to support retention, growth, and long term partnerships Contributing to bid development and complex tender submissions Supporting implementation of the Transportation division’s growth strategy and development of innovative service solutions aligned to market needs Ensuring contractual performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations Representing Marston Holdings at industry events, conferences, and external engagements Monitoring competitor activity and market opportunities to inform strategic direction

What We’re Looking For

Significant senior leadership experience within a regional, multi-site operational environment Strong understanding of Local and Central Government operations and procurement environments Proven commercial leadership with P&L responsibility Demonstrated success delivering operational performance and business growth Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior public sector clients Experience contributing to complex bids and strategic business development Experience within transportation, enforcement, technology services, or regulated environments Strong industry network and professional association engagement

Why Join Marston Holdings?

Executive level role with strategic influence across the Group Opportunity to shape growth within a rapidly expanding, technology led organisation Work closely with senior leadership and key public sector partners

If you are a strategic, commercially minded leader with a strong public sector background and a passion for delivering operational excellence at scale, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr