Managing Director Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Managing Director includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute the company’s business strategies in order to attain goals 
  • Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson 
  • Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans
  • Plan cost-effective operations and market development activities
  • Establish company policies and legal guidelines 
  • Ensure a positive work environment
  • Ensure performance appraisal, training and professional development activities 
  • Reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems
  • Execute public speaking and represetational apperances in a professional manner 
  • Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth
  • Build long term, trusting relationships with shareholders, business partners and authorities
  • Oversee the company’s financial performance, investments and other business ventures
  • Supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance
  • Further develop and enhance company culture

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Managing Director duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Managing Director roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.


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