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Chief People Officer – High-Growth Hospitality Business
London (Hybrid)
Up to £175,000 + package
Confidential Appointment (NDA Required)
Sanderson King has been engaged by a new client, introduced to us via recommendation, to lead the appointment of a Chief People Officer (CPO) for a fast-growing hospitality business headquartered in London.
Following a period of strong performance and future-facing investment, the business is entering a new chapter of growth and transformation. The CPO will play a central role in shaping the people strategy, culture, and organisational design needed to support that scale.
We are looking for a senior people leader who has supported rapid growth in hospitality, multi-site retail, or consumer-facing businesses — someone who understands what it takes to scale both culture and capability at pace, and who can align people strategy to commercial outcomes.
About the Role:
The Chief People Officer will join the senior leadership team, working closely with the CEO and Board. This is a broad and influential role, responsible for delivering a people agenda that is fit for scale — from talent acquisition and learning & development, to organisational design and employee engagement.
You’ll be responsible for ensuring the business is able to attract, retain and develop outstanding talent, while also safeguarding a values-led culture and supporting performance across both head office and frontline teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver a scalable, future-facing people strategy
* Lead the People & Talent function across all areas of the business
* Embed a strong and consistent company culture across multi-site operations
* Drive employee engagement, retention, and wellbeing initiatives
* Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning for growth
* Design and implement frameworks for performance, development, and progression
* Provide leadership on organisational change, transformation, and internal communications
* Act as a key adviser to the CEO and Board on people, culture and organisational health
Who We’re Looking For:
* Must have experience as Chief People Officer or HR Director within a hospitality, multi-site retail, or consumer-led environment
* A strong track record of leading people strategy through growth, change or investment cycles
* An understanding of both the strategic and operational aspects of HR
* Skilled in organisational development, leadership coaching, and team-building
* A passion for nurturing culture, developing talent and delivering impact at scale
* Experienced in working closely with C-suite executives, founders, and investors
What’s on Offer:
* £six-figure base salary + attractive package
* The opportunity to play a defining role in the growth of a respected hospitality brand
* A collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with high ambitions
* Hybrid working with a London base
Next Steps:
This is a confidential executive search. If you’d like to learn more, please reach out to Fiona at fiona@sandersonking.com. Please note that a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be required before further details can be shared.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Human Resources
* Industries
Hospitality, Restaurants, and Retail
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