Charlie spent 13 years as CEO of Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and managing director of United Utilities Group plc’s (UU) Utilities Solutions business, and brings a wealth of experience to Severfield.

During his time as CEO of MAG, he was responsible to the board for developing corporate strategies, delivering financial returns, securing stretching growth targets, leading M&A opportunities, developing relationships with key governmental officials and leadership of the Group.

He has substantial experience of developing strategy and leading and managing change in large complex businesses in a variety of different sectors in the UK and internationally.