Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Company:
Leading Hospitality Operator
Location:
London
Salary:
Competitive six-figure package (dependent on experience)
About the Business
Our client is a well-established name in the hospitality sector with a strong reputation for quality and service. With clear plans for future growth, the business is now seeking a Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy and oversee all aspects of financial operations.
The Opportunity
The CFO will be a key voice on the leadership team and board, working in close partnership with senior executives to shape financial strategy and operational delivery across the group. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance leader with deep hospitality experience, who has successfully scaled complex, multi-site businesses and can balance entrepreneurial flair with commercial rigour.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Strategy & Leadership:
Define and deliver long-term financial strategy, act as a trusted advisor to the board, and lead robust planning processes.
* Operational Finance:
Enhance reporting, systems, and compliance while driving commercial insight to support decision-making.
* Scaling & Growth:
Partner with leadership on expansion into new sites and channels; evaluate investments and oversee due diligence.
* Leadership & Governance:
Build and inspire a high-performing finance team, ensuring accountability, strong governance, and effective board-level reporting.
The Ideal Candidate
* Experienced CFO or senior Finance Director within hospitality, hotels, restaurants, or premium food & beverage.
* Proven track record of scaling multi-site businesses, ideally with some international exposure.
* Commercially sharp with both strategic and operational capability.
* Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop finance teams.
* Pragmatic, resilient, and comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.