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Chief Financial Officer – Global Luxury Hotel Group

<p class="isSelectedEnd">Board Member and lead for FM Recruitment, Chris brings over 25 years' experience delivering senior finance, investment and asset management assignments across the UK and international markets. REC qualified (Cert RP), he combines extensive recruitment expertise with a strong understanding of the hospitality industry.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Prior to moving into executive recruitment, Chris spent 10 years in financial management roles within the hospitality sector, gaining hands-on experience with major hotel groups as well as privately owned hotel operations.</p><p>Chris is the first point of contact for all UK-based finance assignments and specialises in identifying senior finance talent across hospitality, real estate and broader commercial sectors.</p>

Chris Denison Smith

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<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">A leading international luxury hospitality group, operating a portfolio of high-end hotels across multiple regions, required the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer to strengthen its executive leadership team and support the next phase of global growth.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The organisation needed a commercially driven and highly experienced finance leader capable of operating at both strategic and operational levels. The role carried significant breadth and complexity, with the Director of Finance &ndash; Hotel Operations and their team reporting into this role. The Director of Finance &ndash; Hotel Operations oversees the hotel Directors of Finance (DOFs), ensuring that controls and systems are in place; offering support as required.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">In addition, IT and Purchasing teams would also report directly to the CFO, further increasing the scope of responsibility and the need for strong cross-functional leadership.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business required a candidate who was highly process-driven to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes across all properties and regions. Equally important was the ability to demonstrate excellent leadership skills, ensuring clear communication, alignment, and engagement across both corporate functions and individual hotel teams.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We partnered closely with the organisation to gain a deep understanding of its operating model, leadership structure, and strategic priorities. This allowed us to define a clear candidate profile focused on senior finance leaders with proven experience in international hospitality environments and complex, multi-entity structures.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our search strategy targeted senior executives with strong track records in financial governance, operational efficiency, and large-scale team leadership. We placed particular emphasis on identifying individuals who could balance technical excellence with strong interpersonal and leadership capability.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Throughout the process, we conducted rigorous assessment of candidates&rsquo; experience managing diverse finance teams and leading cross-functional functions, ensuring alignment with the organisation&rsquo;s requirement for a structured, process-driven approach to financial management.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We maintained close collaboration with stakeholders throughout, ensuring a smooth, transparent, and highly consultative recruitment process from initial briefing through to final appointment.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We successfully appointed an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who brought extensive international hospitality experience, a strong operational mindset, and a proven ability to implement robust financial controls and systems across complex organisations.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointed CFO demonstrated exceptional capability in leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and in driving alignment between finance, IT, purchasing, and hotel operations. Their leadership style and process-led approach ensured immediate credibility with both corporate stakeholders and hotel-based teams.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointment has significantly strengthened the group&rsquo;s executive leadership structure and enhanced financial governance across its global hotel portfolio. The CFO is now driving improved operational consistency, stronger financial discipline, and greater cross-functional alignment across the business.</p><p>Following the success of this appointment, we were further mandated to support the organisation with additional recruitment assignments across the EMEA region, reflecting the strength of the partnership and confidence in our delivery capability.</p>

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Director of Finance – Luxury Boutique Hotel, New York

<p class="isSelectedEnd">Director of FM Recruitment, Andrea has over 25 years' recruitment experience gained across both UK and US recruitment firms. REC qualified (Cert RP), she combines international recruitment expertise with a strong understanding of the global hospitality market.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Andrea rejoined FM Recruitment in 2018 as a Director, having previously worked within the business earlier in her career. She now leads international finance assignments and manages executive search mandates across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States, the Caribbean and South America.</p><p>Andrea graduated from Boston University with a BA in French and International Relations and is a member of the Hospitality Professionals Association.</p>

Andrea Shaw

<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">A prestigious luxury boutique hotel located in New York City required the appointment of a Director of Finance to strengthen its financial leadership and enhance operational control across all accounting and reporting functions. The property, known for its high service standards and premium positioning, needed a finance leader capable of operating at both strategic and operational levels within a fast-paced hospitality environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business required an individual with strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to partner effectively with operational leadership to drive profitability and strategic decision-making.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We undertook a targeted executive search within the luxury hospitality sector, focusing on finance leaders with proven experience in boutique and five-star hotel environments in major international cities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our assessment process prioritised candidates with strong technical accounting backgrounds, deep understanding of hotel financial systems, and a demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders. Particular attention was given to leadership capability, communication style, and experience working closely with General Managers in a highly commercial environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We engaged with a carefully curated shortlist of candidates, ensuring alignment not only with the technical requirements of the role but also with the culture and service ethos of a high-end luxury hotel environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Throughout the process, we maintained close collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and highly consultative recruitment journey from briefing through to final appointment.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We successfully appointed an accomplished Director of Finance with extensive experience in luxury hospitality and strong expertise in financial reporting, controls, and operational finance management.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate brought a strong track record of implementing robust financial processes, enhancing reporting accuracy, and strengthening collaboration between finance and operational teams. Their appointment immediately reinforced financial governance and improved the quality of financial insight available to senior leadership.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointment has significantly strengthened financial oversight and strategic financial planning within the hotel. Improved reporting accuracy, enhanced financial controls, and closer collaboration between finance and operations have supported stronger commercial decision-making.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Director of Finance has also played a key role in developing and mentoring the finance team, raising overall capability and ensuring best practice financial processes are embedded across the business.</p><p>This successful appointment further reinforced our reputation as a trusted partner for senior finance recruitment within the luxury hospitality sector.</p>

Director of Finance - Luxury Mountain Resort, Italy

<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">An internationally renowned luxury hospitality group was preparing to open a landmark destination following an extensive transformation. As part of the executive leadership team, the business required an exceptional Director of Finance to establish a best-in-class finance function capable of supporting both a complex pre-opening phase and long-term commercial success.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This pivotal leadership role required a finance executive who could oversee financial strategy, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting while building the hotel's financial infrastructure from the ground up. The successful individual would partner closely with the General Manager and executive team to drive profitability, ensure operational readiness, and support every stage of the pre-opening journey.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The client sought a proven finance leader with over five years' experience within luxury hotels, ideally with a strong track record in new openings or transformational environments. Expertise in hospitality financial systems, governance, and compliance was essential, alongside advanced knowledge of Italian GAAP, USALI, taxation, and key hotel systems including Opera, Micros/Simphony, Birchstreet, and SunSystems.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Leveraging our specialist hospitality executive search network, we delivered a highly targeted search focused on identifying senior finance leaders with the technical expertise, commercial insight, and leadership capability required for this critical appointment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our assessment process extended beyond technical competence, evaluating each candidate's ability to influence at executive level, lead high-performing finance teams, and deliver financial strategy within complex luxury hospitality environments.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We identified professionals with proven experience leading all financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, overseeing accounting operations, cash flow management, and financial reporting, while ensuring full compliance with local regulations, taxation requirements, and robust internal controls.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Particular emphasis was placed on candidates who demonstrated the ability to provide strategic financial insight, support business expansion, mentor finance teams, and collaborate with operational leaders to optimise revenue, strengthen cost control, and maximise profitability.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our search resulted in the successful appointment of an accomplished Director of Finance with extensive luxury hospitality experience and a proven record of delivering financial leadership during high-profile hotel openings.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointed executive quickly established the hotel's financial infrastructure, implementing reporting frameworks, governance processes, budgeting disciplines, compliance procedures, and operational controls ahead of opening. Working closely with the General Manager and executive committee, they ensured the business was financially prepared for launch while creating a scalable framework for future growth.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">This appointment provided the client with a commercially driven finance leader capable of balancing strategic vision with operational excellence.</p><p>With robust financial controls, accurate reporting, effective forecasting, and strong cross-functional partnerships in place, the hotel entered the market with the financial stability and governance expected of a world-class luxury destination. The finance function became a trusted strategic partner, supporting sustainable profitability, informed decision-making, and operational excellence from day one.</p>

Finance Director - UK Hospitality Investment & Asset Management Platform

<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our client, a dynamic and entrepreneurial hospitality investment and management platform, was entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding its portfolio while building a transformative third-party hotel management business. To support this next stage, they required an experienced Finance Director who could provide both strategic leadership and operational excellence across a complex, multi-site hospitality portfolio.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful individual needed to oversee the full finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, statutory compliance, banking and debt facility management, cash flow optimisation and high-quality financial reporting. Beyond technical capability, the client sought a commercially minded leader who could partner with the CEO and Board, influence strategic decision-making, support business development, and establish scalable financial processes to underpin long-term growth.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The ideal candidate would combine extensive senior-level finance leadership experience with a proactive, hands-on approach, excellent analytical capabilities, strong communication skills, and the gravitas to operate confidently within a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Working closely with the leadership team, we developed a detailed understanding of both the technical requirements of the role and the cultural characteristics needed to succeed within an entrepreneurial business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Our search focused on identifying fully qualified finance leaders (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven hospitality sector experience, particularly those with expertise across operational and corporate finance, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, audit and controls, stakeholder management, lender relationships, and strategic business partnering.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We assessed candidates against their ability to strengthen internal control frameworks, drive continuous improvement in financial performance, implement effective cash forecasting and liquidity monitoring, support funding initiatives, and provide data-driven recommendations to senior leadership. Particular emphasis was placed on individuals who had successfully managed finance functions through periods of expansion, integrated new business operations, and delivered commercial insight to maximise profitability while identifying financial and operational risks early.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Following a targeted executive search, we presented a shortlist of high-calibre finance leaders with significant hospitality experience and demonstrable success in leading complex finance functions.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointed Finance Director brought a strong track record of delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, enhancing governance and compliance, managing banking relationships and debt facilities, improving financial systems and processes, and partnering with executive teams to support strategic growth. Their blend of commercial acumen, operational expertise and hands-on leadership made them an excellent fit for the organisation's ambitious growth plans.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointment strengthened the organisation's executive leadership team at a pivotal stage in its development, providing the financial expertise required to support continued expansion across the UK hotel market.</p><p>With enhanced financial controls, improved reporting, stronger cash flow management and strategic financial planning, the business was well positioned to scale its operations, support new hotel onboarding, strengthen stakeholder confidence, and deliver sustainable long-term growth. The Finance Director's ability to combine operational excellence with strategic insight ensured the finance function became a true commercial partner to the wider business, supporting informed decision-making and helping unlock further value across the portfolio.</p>

Finance Director - Hospitality Investment & Asset Management

IT Manager - Private Members Club, New York

<h2><strong>Client Challenge</strong></h2><p>Our client, a UK-based ultra-luxury, growing private members club &nbsp;required a hands-on, tech-savvy IT Manager who could take ownership of its IT infrastructure, while supporting a demanding, service-led environment, for its newest club based in New York.</p><p>The successful individual needed to combine technical expertise with outstanding stakeholder management, ensuring business-critical systems remained secure, reliable and scalable. The role required someone who could:</p><p>Lead IT operations and manage external vendors. Support end-users across Windows 10/11, Microsoft Office and iOS devices. Oversee network infrastructure including Meraki, Cisco and Azure. Drive IT security, operational reliability and continuous technology improvements.</p><p>The ideal candidate would bring:</p><p>5+ years' experience in IT support and IT management. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong knowledge of desktop and laptop hardware, operating systems and administration. Desirable experience with Tevalis, NetSuite, Salesforce, SevenRooms, Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, Mobile Device Management (MDM), together with ITIL, CompTIA or Microsoft certifications.</p><h2><strong>Our Approach</strong></h2><p>Working as a strategic recruitment partner, we invested time in understanding not only the technical requirements but also the culture, pace and exceptionally high service standards of the business.</p><p>Leveraging our specialist technology recruitment network, we conducted a targeted search to identify candidates with proven experience within hospitality, luxury and customer-centric environments. Every shortlisted professional was assessed for technical capability, leadership style, communication skills and cultural fit, ensuring they could thrive in a highly visible role supporting both operational teams and senior stakeholders.</p><p>Our proactive recruitment process included:</p><p>Market mapping of specialist IT professionals. Targeted headhunting of passive candidates. Competency-based interviews and technical screening. Detailed candidate profiling aligned to the client's business objectives. Continuous communication throughout the recruitment process to minimise time-to-hire.</p><h2><strong>The Result</strong></h2><p>Within four weeks, we presented a carefully curated shortlist of highly qualified IT Managers, each meeting the client's technical and cultural requirements.</p><p>The successful candidate brought extensive experience managing enterprise IT operations, vendor relationships and cloud-based infrastructure, alongside a strong customer-first approach that aligned perfectly with the client's premium brand.</p><p>The role was successfully filled within the agreed hiring timeframe, with the candidate accepting the offer following a streamlined interview process.</p><h2><strong>Impact</strong></h2><p>Our specialist recruitment approach enabled the client to secure a high-calibre IT Manager quickly and efficiently, reducing hiring time while ensuring long-term fit.</p><p>The successful appointment delivered:</p><p>A fully operational IT function led by an experienced technical manager. Improved vendor management and service delivery. Enhanced security, infrastructure reliability and end-user support. Greater confidence in the organisation's ability to scale its technology alongside business growth. A successful long-term placement, reducing recruitment risk and supporting ongoing operational excellence.</p><p>By combining industry expertise with a consultative recruitment process, we delivered a solution that strengthened the client's technology leadership and positioned them for continued growth.</p>

VP Finance - Global Hospitality Platform, London

<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">A rapidly expanding international hospitality platform required a senior finance leader to strengthen its corporate finance function during a period of sustained growth and increasing organisational complexity. Operating across multiple international jurisdictions, the business needed an executive capable of overseeing the full spectrum of corporate and hotel finance operations while ensuring robust financial governance and supporting future expansion.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful individual would need to bring expertise across financial reporting, group consolidation, IFRS compliance, cash flow and working capital management, tax, audit and statutory reporting. Equally important was the ability to modernise finance processes, introduce greater automation and develop a high-performing finance team capable of supporting both corporate and operational stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The assignment required a leader with strong commercial acumen who could operate as a trusted partner to the CFO while maintaining effective relationships with auditors, tax advisors, lenders, owners and external stakeholders.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Leveraging our specialist hospitality finance network, we conducted a targeted international search focused on senior finance executives from owner-operators, international hotel groups and hospitality real estate platforms.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Beyond technical capability, our assessment process concentrated on identifying leaders who had successfully:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Led multi-entity group consolidations and statutory reporting within international businesses.</li><li>Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, cash flow and working capital across complex operating structures.</li><li>Delivered month-end and year-end close processes to the highest standards of accuracy and governance.</li><li>Overseen external audits, tax compliance and regulatory reporting across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Implemented stronger internal controls, improved financial processes and introduced automation to increase efficiency.</li><li>Built collaborative, high-performing finance teams while acting as a strategic business partner to executive leadership.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">Each shortlisted candidate was evaluated not only on technical finance expertise but also on leadership style, stakeholder management, commercial judgement and their ability to support a fast-growing international organisation.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Following a comprehensive international search, we successfully appointed an experienced hospitality finance executive with extensive global experience leading corporate finance functions within complex, multi-jurisdictional businesses.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate brought a proven track record of delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening governance, improving cash flow management, enhancing internal controls and leading finance transformation initiatives. Their experience working closely with executive leadership, investors and external advisors ensured a seamless transition into the organisation and immediate credibility with key stakeholders.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">The appointment strengthened the organisation's corporate finance capability by introducing greater financial discipline, governance and operational efficiency across the business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key outcomes included:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Enhanced financial reporting and group consolidation processes.</li><li>Stronger governance through improved internal controls and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Greater visibility of cash flow and working capital to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Increased efficiency through finance process optimisation and automation.</li><li>A more collaborative, high-performing finance function aligned with the company's long-term growth strategy.</li><li>A trusted strategic partner to the CFO, supporting continued international expansion while maintaining best-in-class financial controls.</li></ul>

Director of Procurement - Boutique Hotel Management Company,  London

<p class="isSelectedEnd">Tairona is a dedicated recruitment professional with a multifaceted background spanning both hospitality management and recruitment consultancy. REC qualified (Cert RP) and an Associate CIPD professional, she focuses on building long-term relationships with clients and candidates, providing honest advice and tailored recruitment solutions to meet specific business needs.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Prior to joining FM Recruitment, Tairona spent more than five years with Corbin &amp; King in a variety of managerial positions. During this time, she managed a broad range of responsibilities including staff management, recruitment, training and day-to-day operations.</p><p>Combining her professional recruitment qualifications with hands-on operational hospitality experience, Tairona has a deep understanding of the industry's challenges and a proven ability to identify, attract and support exceptional talent across the hospitality sector.</p>

Tairona Lattanzi

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With several pre-opening projects underway and further expansion planned, the organisation required its first Director of Procurement to build a best-in-class procurement function from the ground up.</p><p data-start="527" data-end="1116">The brief extended far beyond traditional purchasing. The successful executive would be responsible for developing procurement strategy across all direct and indirect spend, creating a resilient supply chain, establishing governance and procurement policies, implementing systems, and supporting hotel pre-openings from an OS&amp;E perspective. The business also sought a leader capable of balancing commercial discipline with sustainability objectives, supplier partnerships and the unique service standards expected within the luxury hospitality sector.</p><h2 data-section-id="spe057" data-start="1118" data-end="1133">Our Approach</h2><p data-start="1135" data-end="1358">Drawing on our extensive hospitality network, we conducted an international search targeting procurement leaders from luxury hotel operators, owner-developers, hospitality management companies and high-end lifestyle brands.</p><p data-start="1360" data-end="1418">Our assessment focused on executives who had successfully:</p><ul data-start="1420" data-end="2368"><li data-section-id="7uv64g" data-start="1420" data-end="1514">Built procurement functions and operating models within fast-growing hospitality businesses.</li><li data-section-id="1in3bu0" data-start="1515" data-end="1674">Developed category strategies across major areas of spend, including OS&amp;E, food and beverage, hotel operating supplies, energy, labour and service contracts.</li><li data-section-id="12bxdlx" data-start="1675" data-end="1838">Managed the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing strategy and bid preparation through negotiation, supplier relationship management and contract governance.</li><li data-section-id="179w2oc" data-start="1839" data-end="1975">Delivered measurable cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier segmentation, demand management and lifecycle value generation.</li><li data-section-id="1legjlm" data-start="1976" data-end="2111">Supported complex hotel pre-openings, including OS&amp;E budgeting, procurement planning, supplier coordination and inventory management.</li><li data-section-id="1uwxiov" data-start="2112" data-end="2268">Introduced procurement systems, reporting platforms and KPIs that provided greater transparency, compliance and commercial insight across multiple assets.</li><li data-section-id="gc5h51" data-start="2269" data-end="2368">Built long-term supplier partnerships while embedding sustainability throughout the supply chain.</li></ul><p data-start="2370" data-end="2661">Alongside technical capability, significant emphasis was placed on leadership style, stakeholder engagement and the ability to influence operational teams, development partners and executive leadership within an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment.</p><h2 data-section-id="3ljt85" data-start="2663" data-end="2676">The Result</h2><p data-start="2678" data-end="2888">Following a targeted executive search, we successfully appointed an experienced hospitality procurement leader with an outstanding track record of building procurement capability across luxury hotel portfolios.</p><p data-start="2890" data-end="3322">The successful candidate brought extensive expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier collaboration, contract negotiation, pre-opening procurement and procurement transformation. Having previously implemented procurement systems, developed category strategies and delivered significant cost efficiencies while maintaining exceptional product quality, they were ideally positioned to support the organisation's ambitious growth plans.</p><h2 data-section-id="14y7dvr" data-start="3324" data-end="3333">Impact</h2><p data-start="3335" data-end="3500">The appointment established a strategic procurement function capable of supporting both immediate hotel openings and the organisation's long-term expansion strategy.</p><p data-start="3502" data-end="3524">Key outcomes included:</p><ul data-start="3526" data-end="4358" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><li data-section-id="1vhg9dr" data-start="3526" data-end="3623">Creation of a scalable procurement framework to support a growing luxury hospitality portfolio.</li><li data-section-id="1x2mdwc" data-start="3624" data-end="3738">Stronger supplier partnerships delivering improved service levels, commercial value and long-term collaboration.</li><li data-section-id="14mh2ds" data-start="3739" data-end="3840">Enhanced procurement governance through documented policies, reporting and performance measurement.</li><li data-section-id="1xbak5k" data-start="3841" data-end="3941">Improved cost control across all major areas of spend while maintaining premium quality standards.</li><li data-section-id="wt5fzk" data-start="3942" data-end="4032">Successful delivery of procurement and OS&amp;E requirements for hotel pre-opening projects.</li><li data-section-id="127gc75" data-start="4033" data-end="4143">Increased visibility of procurement performance through reporting, analytics and KPI-driven decision making.</li><li data-section-id="se15po" data-start="4144" data-end="4358" data-is-last-node="">Integration of sustainability considerations into sourcing strategies and supplier selection, supporting the organisation's long-term environmental and commercial objectives.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"></div><div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden"><div class="text-center"></div></div></div></div></section></div></div>

Director of Finance - Luxury Island Resort, Greece

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The business required a commercially astute Director of Finance capable of overseeing the property's entire financial operation while partnering closely with the General Manager and ownership group.</p><p data-start="692" data-end="1180">The successful candidate needed to balance strategic financial planning with operational excellence, ensuring compliance with international finance policies, robust governance, effective cash flow management and long-term asset protection. The role also demanded extensive experience in luxury hospitality, executive committee leadership, CAPEX planning, third-party contract management and business planning, while supporting a resort operating across both mainland and island locations.</p><p data-start="1182" data-end="1373">Finding a finance leader with the technical expertise, commercial mindset and leadership capabilities to thrive in a high-profile luxury opening presented a significant recruitment challenge.</p><h2 data-section-id="1a0eptn" data-start="1375" data-end="1394"><span role="text">Our Approach</span></h2><p data-start="1396" data-end="1572">We developed a targeted executive search strategy focused on senior finance professionals with proven experience in luxury hotels, resorts and international hospitality groups.</p><p data-start="1574" data-end="1634">Our search concentrated on candidates who could demonstrate:</p><ul data-start="1636" data-end="2285"><li data-section-id="1xcl4z4" data-start="1636" data-end="1695">Executive Committee leadership within luxury hospitality.</li><li data-section-id="rkbuub" data-start="1696" data-end="1750">Strong commercial and operational finance expertise.</li><li data-section-id="6yfvve" data-start="1751" data-end="1825">Experience preparing annual business plans and managing complex budgets.</li><li data-section-id="6ozs21" data-start="1826" data-end="1892">Cash flow management, financial reporting and variance analysis.</li><li data-section-id="r5122p" data-start="1893" data-end="1944">Oversight of CAPEX projects and asset management.</li><li data-section-id="1p8ijwb" data-start="1945" data-end="2005">Contract negotiation and third-party financial governance.</li><li data-section-id="16332pc" data-start="2006" data-end="2079">Knowledge of international accounting standards and finance compliance.</li><li data-section-id="1uxodi5" data-start="2080" data-end="2153">The ability to coach, mentor and develop high-performing finance teams.</li><li data-section-id="rws7y6" data-start="2154" data-end="2285">Strong stakeholder management skills, working collaboratively with General Managers, ownership groups and regional finance teams.</li></ul><p data-start="2287" data-end="2510">Beyond technical capability, we assessed candidates for leadership style, communication skills, innovation and cultural alignment, ensuring they could support both operational excellence and an exceptional guest experience.</p><h2 data-section-id="ujaf1x" data-start="2512" data-end="2529"><span role="text">The Result</span></h2><p data-start="2531" data-end="2715">Our executive search delivered a shortlist of highly qualified finance leaders with extensive luxury hospitality backgrounds and proven success managing multi-million-pound operations.</p><p data-start="2717" data-end="3184">Each candidate possessed the strategic capability to oversee all financial aspects of the business while partnering with operational leaders to drive commercial performance. The shortlist reflected the client's requirements for strong governance, financial planning, risk management and people leadership, ensuring confidence in appointing a finance executive capable of supporting both the resort's immediate operational objectives and its long-term growth strategy.</p><h2 data-section-id="11cjrbb" data-start="3186" data-end="3199"><span role="text">Impact</span></h2><p data-start="3201" data-end="3403">The successful appointment strengthened the property's executive leadership team with a finance professional capable of delivering strategic financial direction while maintaining operational excellence.</p><p data-start="3405" data-end="3427">Key outcomes included:</p><ul data-start="3429" data-end="3940" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><li data-section-id="15ctcp" data-start="3429" data-end="3476">Enhanced financial governance and compliance.</li><li data-section-id="yc31mf" data-start="3477" data-end="3565">Stronger commercial decision-making through accurate financial reporting and analysis.</li><li data-section-id="j7wklh" data-start="3566" data-end="3644">Effective management of business planning, cash flow and capital investment.</li><li data-section-id="hozgsx" data-start="3645" data-end="3714">Improved collaboration between finance and operational departments.</li><li data-section-id="1bhcie9" data-start="3715" data-end="3802">Leadership that fostered team development, accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li data-section-id="sbtm9k" data-start="3803" data-end="3940" data-is-last-node="">A finance function positioned to support sustainable growth within one of the world's most prestigious luxury hospitality environments.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

Director of IT - Luxury Retirement Provider, London

<h2 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="37" data-end="62"><span role="text">Client Challenge</span></h2><p class="" data-start="63" data-end="956">A premium luxury residential care provider was seeking a commercially minded <strong data-start="140" data-end="158">Director of IT</strong> to develop and deliver a technology strategy capable of supporting an ambitious growth agenda. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful individual needed to transform IT from a traditional support function into a strategic business partner, ensuring technology enhanced both operational excellence and resident experience. The role required expertise across infrastructure, cyber security, data governance, business systems, supplier management and digital transformation, whilst maintaining robust compliance, disaster recovery and business continuity. Experience of implementing and integrating multiple operational platforms&mdash;including HR, payroll, CRM, care management, finance and business intelligence systems&mdash;was considered essential.</p><h2 data-start="958" data-end="979"><span role="text">Our Approach</span></h2><p data-start="980" data-end="1377">Drawing upon our specialist network across hospitality, healthcare and customer-centric businesses, we targeted technology leaders with a proven track record of delivering enterprise-wide transformation programmes. Our search focused on individuals who combined strong technical expertise with commercial acumen, capable of leading infrastructure strategy whilst remaining hands-on where required.</p><p data-start="1379" data-end="1445">Particular emphasis was placed on candidates who had successfully:</p><ul data-start="1446" data-end="2272"><li data-section-id="10rbcmm" data-start="1446" data-end="1517">Developed technology roadmaps aligned with wider business objectives.</li><li data-section-id="12z8d7q" data-start="1518" data-end="1630">Led cyber security, governance and data protection initiatives, including recognised accreditation programmes.</li><li data-section-id="v0uoms" data-start="1631" data-end="1747">Delivered large-scale systems implementations and change management programmes across multiple business functions.</li><li data-section-id="p2p6rr" data-start="1748" data-end="1829">Managed third-party suppliers and IT budgets whilst improving service delivery.</li><li data-section-id="4om8q2" data-start="1830" data-end="1928">Introduced business intelligence and dashboard reporting to improve operational decision-making.</li><li data-section-id="q2bt8y" data-start="1929" data-end="2068">Built collaborative relationships across executive leadership teams to position IT as a strategic enabler rather than a support function.</li><li data-section-id="1xz8uj9" data-start="2069" data-end="2272">Demonstrated experience across complex business systems including CRM, HR &amp; Payroll, rostering, finance, learning management, purchasing and operational platforms.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2274" data-end="2293"><span role="text">The Result</span></h2><p data-start="2294" data-end="2913">We presented a shortlist of high-calibre technology executives with experience leading digital transformation within highly regulated, customer-focused environments. The successful candidate demonstrated the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery, bringing expertise in infrastructure modernisation, cyber resilience, systems integration, supplier management and business change. Their experience implementing enterprise technology solutions and developing high-performing IT teams positioned them to support the organisation's long-term growth strategy.</p><h2 data-start="2915" data-end="2930"><span role="text">Impact</span></h2><p data-start="2931" data-end="3525" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The appointment established a technology leadership function capable of driving innovation across the organisation while strengthening governance, resilience and operational efficiency. By aligning technology investment with commercial objectives, the business was able to enhance data-driven decision making, improve systems reliability, strengthen cyber security and create a scalable technology platform capable of supporting future expansion. The result was an IT function positioned as a strategic partner to the wider business, delivering measurable value to both employees and customers.</p>

Financial Controller - Prestigious London Hotel

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We prioritised candidates who could demonstrate:</p><ul data-start="1097" data-end="2090"><li data-section-id="11n3cuh" data-start="1097" data-end="1239">End-to-end ownership of the month-end close, producing accurate management accounts from trial balance within demanding reporting deadlines.</li><li data-section-id="koopoi" data-start="1240" data-end="1399">A strong commercial partnership with General Managers and Heads of Department, using financial analysis to improve operational performance and profitability.</li><li data-section-id="3gr3a7" data-start="1400" data-end="1507">Expertise in balance sheet reconciliations, P&amp;L reviews, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.</li><li data-section-id="1syaj2l" data-start="1508" data-end="1676">Experience managing daily financial controls, including cash reconciliation, banking, foreign currency, credit card transactions, stock controls and accounts payable.</li><li data-section-id="1rfwft2" data-start="1677" data-end="1841">Knowledge of payroll processing, annual budgeting, external audits and compliance with PCI DSS, anti-money laundering regulations and internal financial controls.</li><li data-section-id="72zc9j" data-start="1842" data-end="2090">The ability to coach and support operational teams, ensuring financial discipline was embedded throughout the business while maintaining excellent relationships with central finance and external stakeholders.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2092" data-end="2111"><span role="text">The Result</span></h2><p data-start="2112" data-end="2718">We successfully identified a commercially focused hospitality finance professional with an excellent blend of operational and technical expertise. The appointed Financial Controller had a proven record of partnering with hotel leadership teams to improve financial performance while maintaining rigorous financial governance. Their background included managing complex month-end reporting, delivering insightful commercial analysis, supporting budget preparation, strengthening internal controls and leading successful audit processes within luxury hotel environments.</p><h2 data-start="2720" data-end="2735"><span role="text">Impact</span></h2><p data-start="2736" data-end="3335" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The appointment provided the hotel with a trusted finance leader capable of supporting both strategic and operational decision making. By improving financial reporting accuracy, enhancing control procedures and providing timely commercial insight to the leadership team, the business strengthened profitability, improved financial governance and ensured continued compliance with corporate standards. The successful hire also fostered stronger collaboration between finance and operations, creating a culture of accountability and informed decision making that supported the hotel's ongoing success.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"></div><div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden"><div class="text-center"></div></div></div></div></section></div></div><div aria-hidden="true" class="pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)"></div><div class="pointer-events-none translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom) R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars min-h-(--gutter-remaining-height,0px) group-data-stream-active/scroll-root:h-[calc(var(--thread-response-height)-16*var(--spacing))]"></div></div></div><div id="thread-bottom-container" class="sticky bottom-0 z-10 group/thread-bottom-container relative isolate w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 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Assistant Financial Controller - Central London Hotel

<h2>Client Challenge</h2><p>A leading upscale lifestyle hotel in central London required an <strong>Assistant Financial Controller</strong> to strengthen the finance function and provide operational support to the Director of Finance. The successful candidate needed to combine strong financial controls with commercial awareness, ensuring the timely production of financial information while overseeing core finance operations including accounts payable, payroll forecasting, income auditing, cash management and balance sheet reconciliations. The role also demanded an individual capable of deputising for the Director of Finance, developing junior team members and maintaining robust audit and compliance standards within a fast-paced hotel environment.</p><h2>Our Approach</h2><p>Leveraging our specialist hospitality finance network, we conducted a targeted search focused on professionals with experience in branded and independent hotels, identifying candidates who could operate confidently across both transactional finance and commercial reporting.</p><p>Our search prioritised individuals with proven experience in:</p><p>Producing accurate financial information and supporting month-end reporting and income statements. Managing day-to-day finance operations, including bank reconciliations, supplier payments, purchase ledger, journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations. Delivering payroll forecasting and supporting departmental leaders in managing labour costs. Overseeing accounts payable, receivable, cashiering, income audit and stock control while maintaining strong internal financial controls. Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, particularly around food and beverage performance and operational expenditure. Coaching finance team members, improving finance processes and ensuring compliance with audit standards and company operating procedures. Building strong working relationships with operational departments, enabling finance to act as a proactive business partner rather than simply a reporting function.</p><h2>The Result</h2><p>We successfully delivered a shortlist of hospitality finance professionals with the technical expertise and operational credibility required for the role. The appointed candidate demonstrated strong experience across hotel financial reporting, working capital management, payroll forecasting, audit compliance and financial controls, together with the confidence to support senior leadership and deputise for the Director of Finance when required. Their collaborative approach and commercial mindset enabled them to contribute beyond traditional finance responsibilities, partnering effectively with operational teams to improve financial performance.</p><h2>Impact</h2><p>The appointment strengthened the hotel's finance function by improving reporting accuracy, enhancing financial controls and providing greater commercial insight to operational leaders. With stronger oversight of payroll, purchasing, cash management and month-end processes, the finance team was better positioned to support strategic decision making while maintaining high standards of governance and compliance. The successful hire also contributed to developing the wider finance team, creating a more resilient department capable of supporting the hotel's continued operational and commercial success.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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