Executive Director : Hospitality Group Up to A GBP 170,000 London A dynamic and forward:thinking hospitality group is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Director to help lead the business into its next phase of growth and development. This senior leadership role will focus on driving strategic direction, managing organisational performance, and ensuring financial strength across all operational areas. The Individual: The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily oversight of group:wide functions, guiding business development initiatives, and advising the board on organisational strategy. They will play a key part in fostering an efficient and innovative culture, spearheading special projects, and building sustainable partnerships with financial institutions and other key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: * Provide strong, strategic leadership to the senior management team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous development. * Lead the groups financing and refinancing initiatives, maintaining existing lender relationships and cultivating new ones. * Oversee the acquisition process and work closely with the team to ensure successful development of assets in the pipeline. * Shape and drive the companys growth strategy, while managing day:to:day operations to ensure alignment with organisational goals. * Deliver executive oversight of all programs, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and quality assurance. * Monitor business performance, producing accurate and timely financial and operational reports for senior stakeholders. * Lead the annual budgeting process and regular financial forecasting in collaboration with operational leaders. Requirements: * Proven experience in a similar senior leadership role within the hospitality industry. * Strong operational and financial background, ideally within the hotel sector. * Experience in investment, banking, or accounting roles related to hospitality is highly desirable. * Track record of scaling businesses and managing expansion initiatives. * Experience in hotel pre:openings would be advantageous. * Hands:on knowledge of budgeting processes and risk management practices. If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Emma Stillwell at