We are partnering with a privately held services business to find a General Manager for its Commercial Services Division. The company serves a diverse portfolio of commercial and institutional clients and is seeking a leader who can take broad ownership of divisional performance.This role is suited to a commercially minded operator who can balance client satisfaction, team leadership, financial discipline, and service quality. The General Manager will have meaningful influence over division growth, process improvement, and leadership development.The successful candidate will bring a strong sense of ownership, practical decision-making, and the ability to lead a large service-oriented team through a period of continued growth.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of divisional performance across people, clients, financials, and service standards Lead managers and supervisors responsible for frontline service delivery Monitor budget performance, labor costs, billing accuracy, and contract profitability Maintain strong relationships with key commercial and institutional clients Support business development efforts through proposals, renewals, and client presentations Improve operating processes, reporting, accountability, and cross-functional coordination Oversee new account launches, client transitions, and service escalations Build a high-performance leadership culture across the divisionRequirementsRequired Qualifications Proven experience leading a commercial services division, region, or large operating unit Strong P&L, budget, labor cost, and contract performance experience Experience managing multi-site teams in a service-based environment Strong client relationship management and retention experience Ability to lead managers, supervisors, and frontline teams through growth and change Strong financial, analytical, and operational decision-making skills Excellent communication and executive presence Background in security services, facilities services, property services, or similar commercial services Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations, Finance, or a related field Experience managing teams of 50 or more Experience leading a business unit through expansion, restructuring, or performance improvementBenefitsBase salary: $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience Performance bonus: up to 15% based on individual and company performance 401(k) Healthcare coverage Paid time off Partially paid parental leave Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidateKeller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. 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All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles. Note: This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location.
We are partnering with a privately held services business to find a General Manager for its Commercial Services Division. The company serves a diverse portfolio of commercial and institutional clients and is seeking a leader who can take broad ownership of divisional performance.
This role is suited to a commercially minded operator who can balance client satisfaction, team leadership, financial discipline, and service quality. The General Manager will have meaningful influence over division growth, process improvement, and leadership development.
The successful candidate will bring a strong sense of ownership, practical decision-making, and the ability to lead a large service-oriented team through a period of continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of divisional performance across people, clients, financials, and service standards
- Lead managers and supervisors responsible for frontline service delivery
- Monitor budget performance, labor costs, billing accuracy, and contract profitability
- Maintain strong relationships with key commercial and institutional clients
- Support business development efforts through proposals, renewals, and client presentations
- Improve operating processes, reporting, accountability, and cross-functional coordination
- Oversee new account launches, client transitions, and service escalations
- Build a high-performance leadership culture across the division
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience leading a commercial services division, region, or large operating unit
- Strong P&L, budget, labor cost, and contract performance experience
- Experience managing multi-site teams in a service-based environment
- Strong client relationship management and retention experience
- Ability to lead managers, supervisors, and frontline teams through growth and change
- Strong financial, analytical, and operational decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and executive presence
- Background in security services, facilities services, property services, or similar commercial services
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations, Finance, or a related field
- Experience managing teams of 50 or more
- Experience leading a business unit through expansion, restructuring, or performance improvement
Benefits
Base salary: $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience
Performance bonus: up to 15% based on individual and company performance
401(k)
Healthcare coverage
Paid time off
Partially paid parental leave
Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate
Keller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.
To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit
Florida Executive Search, Recruiters, and Headhunters
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Commitment to Diversity: Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected.
Reasonable Accommodations: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.
Compensation Information: For client positions, compensation information is available in the job post. If not provided, it will be shared during the interview process in accordance with applicable laws. When required by law, salary ranges will be included in job postings. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.
Compliance with Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Workplace Harassment: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, skin color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
E-Verify Participation: Keller Executive Search and/or our clients may participate in E-Verify. Information about E-Verify participation will be provided during the application process where applicable.
Privacy and Pay Equity:
California Residents: For more information about the categories of personal information we collect for recruiting and employment purposes, please review our Privacy Policy at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.
Colorado, Nevada, New York City, California, and Washington Residents: Compensation information is available in the job post or will be provided during the interview process if not initially available.
Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.
State-Specific Information:
Rhode Island: We do not request or require salary history from applicants.
Connecticut: We provide wage range information upon request or before discussing compensation.
New Jersey: We do not inquire about salary history unless voluntarily disclosed.
Veteran Status: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with applicable state laws regarding veteran preference in employment. If you are a veteran, please inform us during the application process.
Genetic Information: In accordance with federal and state laws, both Keller Executive Search and our clients do not discriminate based on genetic information. We do not request or require genetic information from applicants or employees, except as permitted by law.
Local Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with all applicable local laws and ordinances regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
Keller Executive Search and our clients may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment and candidate evaluation process. These tools are used exclusively to support human decision-making by helping to review and assess candidate qualifications and materials. AI is never used to automatically reject, disqualify, or make final hiring decisions about candidates. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles.
Note: This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
