This occupation is found in private, public and third sector national and multinational organisations and employers. It is found in every sector across the country including, for example; the health sector, finance sector, engineering and manufacturing sectors, business and professional services, education sector, retail sector, leisure sector, technology sector and construction.

The broad purpose of the occupation is a team leader role, with operational and project responsibilities. They will have responsibility for managing individuals, a team, or elements of a project. They provide direction, instructions, and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. Team leaders are vital for the smooth functioning of all departments in any organisation and are often responsible for ensuring the function is correctly administered and maintained in line with legislation of the organisation’s procedures.

The broad purpose of this role is to provide leadership with operational and project responsibilities. Team leaders manage individuals, teams, or elements of a project, offering direction, instructions, and guidance to achieve set goals.