Commercial Director – Leading Hospitality Business
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Salary: Up to £140,000 + bonus & benefits
Location: London-based (with extensive travel across UK & EMEA)
We are delighted to be supporting a leading hospitality group in the search for a Commercial Director to take on a brand-new position within the business. This is a rare opportunity to establish and grow a commercial department from scratch, shaping strategy and driving performance across the UK and EMEA.
This high-profile role will cover B2B and B2C channels, with a particular focus on bookings and reservations, distribution, and strategic partnerships. We’re looking for a leader who can combine sharp commercial acumen with deep sector knowledge to build a best-in-class function that delivers sustainable growth.
Responsibilities:
* Design and implement the overall commercial strategy across the UK and EMEA.
* Lead and grow the commercial department, ensuring excellence across both B2B and B2C activity.
* Drive revenue growth through bookings, reservations, and distribution partnerships.
* Build relationships with key partners across travel, airlines, and hospitality sectors.
* Identify new opportunities to enhance market presence and customer engagement.
* Act as an ambassador for the brand at industry events, exhibitions, and trade shows.
* Travel extensively across the UK and EMEA to develop markets and engage stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Senior commercial leadership experience within hospitality, airlines, hotels, or wider travel industry.
* Strong track record in both B2B and B2C growth, particularly across bookings and reservations.
* Expertise in building commercial strategies and executing them across multiple markets.
* Strong negotiation, partnership-building, and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience in scaling teams and creating high-performance cultures.
* Flexibility and enthusiasm for regular travel across UK and EMEA.