Managing Director in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£150,000 - £200,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in London, London

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About Hospitality & Catering

Hospitality plays a central role in the UK economy, covering hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism. Careers range from chefs and front-of-house staff to hotel managers and event planners. Employers include independent businesses, large hotel chains, and catering groups. Demand remains high for skilled professionals in customer service and food preparation. Hospitality offers variety, creativity, and people-focused roles, often with flexible working hours and opportunities worldwide. The sector continues to adapt, with sustainability, food innovation, and guest experience shaping future growth.

Managing Director – Leading Hospitality Business – £150-200K + Benefits

My client is a leading hospitality business with a great reputation.

They are seeking a Managing Director to join their team. The successful Managing Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and performance of the business, ensuring continued growth while maintaining exceptional standards of client service and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable developing strategic plans, leading high-performing teams, nurturing client relationships, and driving commercial results.

This is an exciting position perfect for a talented Managing Director to join an established business who can offer genuine career progression opportunities.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and implement the company's strategic vision and growth plans.
Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and service offerings.
Lead business transformation and innovation initiatives to enhance competitive advantage.
Provide clear leadership and direction to the executive and management teams.

Deliver sustainable revenue and profitability growth.
Drive client acquisition, retention, and account development strategies.
Build strong relationships with key hospitality operators, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
Ensure the business remains responsive to changing market and industry trends.

Oversee the effective delivery of procurement and supply chain services.
Ensure outstanding levels of customer service and client satisfaction.
Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and technology platforms.
Maintain robust governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks.

Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.
Lead, develop, and mentor senior leadership and wider teams.
Champion employee engagement, accountability, and professional development.
Attract and retain top talent across the organisation.

Hold full accountability for business performance and P&L delivery.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Monitor performance against strategic and financial objectives.
Ensure effective cash flow, resource allocation, and investment decisions.

The Ideal Managing Director Candidate:

Proven experience in a Managing Director, Commercial Director, Operations Director, Procurement Director, Chief Operating Officer, or similar senior leadership role.
Strong understanding of procurement, supply chain management, purchasing, or outsourced business services.
Experience working within or alongside the hospitality, foodservice, leisure, or catering sectors.
Demonstrable success in driving business growth and delivering commercial results.
Strong financial and operational management capability.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com