Lead strategic expansion in the UK and US service sectors
Do you want to lead a thriving team shaping the green energy transition across two continents? As Head of Service, UK & US at NKT, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our Service & Installation business line. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic, cross-regional team and contribute to the global energy transformation. You’ll be part of a global leadership team, working with advanced technology and innovative solutions that support a more sustainable future. Assuming full P&L accountability and a focused growth strategy, you will be empowered to significantly enhance our service initiatives through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and international collaboration.
Drive service excellence and regional business growth
As Head of Service, you will oversee NKT’s Service operations in the UK and US, with direct responsibility for the UK and indirect oversight of the US. You will be accountable for securing profitable growth, building a capable local organization, and ensuring operational excellence. Your role will be central to expanding our market presence, developing new service segments, and contributing to the global Service & Installation leadership team.
Your responsibility will be to:
Lead the UK Service team and coordinate with the US P&L manager
Coordinate actions that boost revenue and profitability across both regions
Develop and manage budgets, investments, and cost structures
Build and maintain an efficient, inclusive team
Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and quality standards
You will report to the EVP, Service & Installation and be based in Scotland, UK. This role offers the chance to collaborate across regions, with around 20 days of travel per year.
Experienced service leader with global perspective
You are a motivated and entrepreneurial leader who thrives in an evolving, cross-functional environment. You bring a structured and reflective approach to leadership, with a commitment to quality and safety. Your ability to inspire teams, manage stakeholders, and deliver business results makes you well-suited for this role.
You also have:
Solid P&L handling experience in the energy or electrical sector
Demonstrated background in team leadership across diverse environments
Solid project management and business case development skills
A bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management
Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Experience with SAP, CRM, or project management tools
Empower the energy transition across continents
NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are committed to establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.
At NKT, you’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your ideas and leadership will shape the future of our service operations. We offer exciting career development opportunities, international exposure, and the chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a greener tomorrow. Be part of a company that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
“As a leader, I value innovative thinking, collaboration, and long-term vision. This position offers a unique chance to shape our global strategy while building capable, local teams that enable real progress in the UK and US,” says Hiring Manager, Axel B. Widmark.
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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 21st July 2025. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Axel B. Widmark at Axel.Widmark@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Claire Carney at claire.carney@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
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About NKT
At the factory in Karlskrona, NKT is designing, developing and manufacturing the high-voltage power cable solutions enabling the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will join a diverse organization at an internationally recognized engineering center operating one of the most advanced high-voltage test halls, a state-of-the-art cable manufacturing and the NKT Victoria – the most sustainable cable-laying vessel in the offshore industry.
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com