Molesey
Head of Joinery Sales | Hampton Court, SurreyEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: Hampton CourtSalary: £45,000 + uncapped commission (OTE circa £75,000)Start Date: ASAP Role Overview My client is seeking an experienced and driven Head of Joinery to lead their bespoke joinery division. This is a senior leadership role overseeing the full lifecycle of projects—from design review and estimating through to production, installation, and final delivery. The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background in joinery combined with commercial awareness, leadership capability, and a passion for delivering exceptional results. This role requires a hands-on, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Project & Operational Management • Oversee projects from enquiry through to completion, • Review technical drawings to ensure efficient production, • Coordinate production, suppliers, and installation schedules, • Ensure delivery is on time, within budget, and to the highest standard, • Manage quality control, snagging, and final handovers Commercial & Estimating • Prepare detailed quotations and costings, • Monitor project margins and profitability, • Manage variations and identify cost-saving opportunities, • Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors Client & Stakeholder Management • Act as the main point of contact for clients, • Build lasting relationships with architects, designers, and contractors, • Attend site visits, meetings, and design reviews, • Deliver a premium client experience throughout Leadership & Team Development • Lead and develop the joinery team, • Coordinate across workshop, design, and installation teams, • Implement clear processes and performance standards, • Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Skills & Experience Essential • Minimum 10 years’ experience in bespoke joinery, cabinetry, or luxury interiors, • Strong technical knowledge of joinery construction and materials, • Proven experience managing projects end-to-end, • Experience preparing quotations and managing budgets, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, • Full UK driving licence Desirable • Experience in high-end residential projects, • Knowledge of AutoCAD, Cabinet Vision, SolidWorks, or similar, • Experience working with architects and interior designers, • Familiarity with project management or ERP systems, • Portuguese language skills (advantageous) Personal Attributes • Proactive and self-motivated, • Calm under pressure, • Commercially driven and results-focused, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Professional and confident with premium clients, • Solutions-oriented with strong ownership mentality, • Passionate about craftsmanship and quality Benefits • Competitive salary with uncapped commission, • Generous holiday package (20 days + bank holidays, Christmas closure, birthday off), • Pension scheme, • Supportive and social team environment, • Employee Assistance Programme (counselling & coaching), • Modern showroom and office facilities, • Free on-site parking and EV charging