Area Manager - South East

Company Description
PortmanDentex is a leading dental group supporting more than 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We put patients at the heart of what we do and create an inclusive environment where colleagues can grow and make a real difference. Working in partnership and always looking for ways to improve, we are building a better future for our patients, practices and people.
Job Description
We're looking for a commercially-led, people-focused Area Manager to lead our South East area of circa 25 dental practices. The patch covers from Bromley in the north to Eastbourne in the south, and from Deal in the east to Dorking in the west.
In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering sustainable business growth and ensuring the highest standards of patient care across the area.
Our Area Managers are accountable for the area's financial performance, maximising revenue and EBITDA through strong operational execution, effective leadership of Practice Managers and their teams, and rigorous cost control. Working in partnership with Clinical leaders and regionally aligned colleagues, they drive performance across all Practices, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient outcomes, outstanding patient experiences, high colleague engagement, operational excellence, and achievement of financial and strategic objectives
Key Metrics As An Area Manager Are
EBITDA
Revenue
Specific practice-related KPIs
Colleague engagement
Compliance & regulatory requirements
Qualifications
We welcome your application to this vacancy if you have the following skills and experience:
Multi-site leadership experience in a customer-facing, commercial environment
Strong P&L management background
Ability to understand and interpret data, using it to make decision and drive results
Team leadership – motivate and inspire remote teams to deliver their best
Collaborative working – working with and respecting the expert advice of your business partners
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle high-pressure situations and resolve issues effectively
Confidence and gravitas to lead, influence and engage with stakeholders
Adaptable and flexible, managing changing priorities with ease
Additional Information
At PortmanDentex, you’ll be part of an inclusive, collaborative team environment where your development and potential are encouraged, and your new ideas and innovative approaches are welcomed.
This role is field-based, with regular travel to the practices across the South East.
In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package includes:
Bonus scheme based on key metrics and business performance
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, special days off (such as your birthday), and the opportunity to purchase up to 3 additional annual leave days
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Life assurance and contributory pension scheme
Health and Wellbeing benefits, including an annual allowance for dental treatment in one of our practices, confidential helpline and counselling services, and access to a 24/7 GP service
If you’re ready to make a difference and showcase your skills, apply for our Area Manager vacancy by submitting your latest CV. Alternatively, please feel free to share this opportunity with your colleagues who may be interested.
IND003
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.

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