Founded in 2007 Club L was created with the vision of offering long-lasting luxury styles, trend-oriented collections with a twist and unique, statement designs that offer both exceptional quality and fit in an otherwise saturated market of fast-fashion and throw away goods.
Accessible luxury through considered purchasing, limited edition collections that leave no wastage and responsible and ethical manufacturing are at the heart of the brand, world-renowned for its premium fabrications, inclusive sizing and affordable price points.
About Club L London
Club L London is a leading online fashion retailer redefining attainable luxury for the modern woman. Known for delivering trend-led occasionwear with a premium aesthetic, Club L has seen explosive growth and ambitious expansion – both organically and through acquisition. With FY25 revenues forecasted at £67m and an ambitious 45% YoY growth plan to reach £115m by FY26, the business is scaling rapidly and is preparing for private equity investment within the next 36 months.
Having recently acquired Lavish Alice in February 2025, and with a strong appetite for further M&A, Club L is at a pivotal stage of its growth journey. As such, we're hiring a Finance Director with a strong commercial orientation to partner with the executive team, spearhead strategic financial decision-making, and support the company's journey to becoming a £350m revenue business.
Role Summary
The Finance Director will act as a strategic partner to the CFO and wider leadership team, shaping and delivering Club L’s ambitious growth strategy. This is a high-impact, hands-on role focused on value creation, commercial decision support, financial planning, and investment readiness. You will also lead the finance function, ensuring operational excellence and best-in-class reporting to support performance and scale.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Finance Leadership
* Own and drive the company’s financial strategy in alignment with the wider growth plan.
* Play a lead role in PE readiness including due diligence, modelling, and investor relations.
* Identify and evaluate commercial opportunities including international expansion, category extension, pricing optimisation, and acquisition targets.
Commercial & Operational Finance
* Develop robust financial models to support strategic decisions, scenario planning, and ROI analysis.
* Partner with Marketing, Buying, Merchandising, and Operations to drive profitable growth and margin enhancement.
* Enhance the company’s understanding of unit economics, customer lifetime value, and acquisition costs.
Financial Planning, Analysis & Control
* Oversee all budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
* Deliver accurate and timely monthly reporting, KPIs, and insights to the board and investors.
* Drive improvements in margin, cash conversion, and working capital efficiency.
M&A and Integration
* Evaluate and execute on strategic M&A opportunities.
* Lead integration of acquired businesses including financial consolidation and synergy realisation.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
* Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management processes are in place.
* Act as a key point of contact for auditors, advisors, and (in future) investors.
Systems & Process Improvement
* Leverage Microsoft Business Central to improve automation, reporting, and scalability.
* Continually assess and evolve processes to support a high-growth environment.
Candidate Profile
Essential Experience
* Proven experience in a senior finance role within a fast-paced, high-growth consumer/retail or e-commerce environment.
* Demonstrated ability to drive commercial performance and strategic initiatives.
* M&A exposure – ideally having experience with deals from evaluation through integration.
Desirable Attributes
* Energetic, strategic, and data-led thinker with strong commercial instincts.
* Hands-on and adaptable leader – thrives in entrepreneurial, high-growth settings.
* Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
* Systems literate (ERP experience preferred – ideally Microsoft Business Central).
Why Join Club L London?
* Bi-annual bonus scheme
* 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
* Cycle to work scheme
* 40% staff discount across Club L and Lavish Alice products
* Healthcare Cashplan
* Free onsite gym
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity and sick pay
* Free snacks, drinks & treats
* Social events