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Chief Operating Officer - Global Experiences Location Flexible £100,000–£120,000 + 1–1.5% EquityA high-growth company in the global travel and experiences sector is seeking a dynamic and operationally driven COO to help scale its business further across multiple international markets.
With a strong online presence and recognition on globally regognised platforms, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.The RoleThis is a highly strategic and hands-on operational role.
You’ll be responsible for improving efficiency across regions, leading senior managers, and integrating new acquisitions.
The position will have full ownership of the business operations and future expansion, whilst acting as no.2 to the Founders.Key Responsibilities
Lead daily operations across multiple global regionsAct as no.2 to the FoundersManage and mentor a team of senior regional managersStreamline systems and processes to support growthOversee and integrate acquisitionsSupport succession planningCollaborate across departments including sales, finance, and productServe as the go-to decision-maker for company-wide operations
Requirements:
Experience in a senior operational role within the travel, tours, or experiences sectorProven ability to operate in a fast-moving, hands-on businessBackground in M&A and business integrationStrong leadership and decision-making skillsPrevious experience as Operations Director or Managing DirectorAbility to travel globally on a regular basis
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: PERM
Salary / Rate: £100k - 150k per year + 1% Equity
Posted: 2025-04-27 19:39:01
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Harper May is partnering with a dynamic private equity firm that is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to lead its finance function.
With an expanding portfolio and ambitious growth trajectory, the firm is looking for a CFO who can bring financial leadership, operational discipline, and investment insight to support both the core business and portfolio performance.Role Overview: The CFO will play a central role in managing the financial health of the firm, overseeing fund accounting, investor reporting, and group operations.
Reporting directly to the Managing Partners, this role offers the opportunity to influence high-level decision-making while building a scalable financial platform aligned with the firm’s investment strategy.Key Responsibilities:
Lead all financial aspects of the business including fund and management company accounting, cash flow, and investor reporting
Oversee financial operations across group entities and portfolio support structures
Manage external audit, tax, legal, and compliance relationships
Develop and deliver insightful reporting and analysis for investors, partners, and the Board
Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting across the group
Support deal execution, including due diligence, funding structures, and post-acquisition integration
Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks are maintained
Build and develop the internal finance function to support future growth and complexity
Act as a key partner to senior leadership, supporting both fund-level and operational strategy
Key Requirements:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, ideally with a background in private equity, investment management, or financial services
Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience managing both fund and corporate finance operations
Proven track record in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a regulated environment
Strong commercial acumen and ability to contribute to strategic and investment decisions
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including investor relations experience
Hands-on, detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage a broad and evolving remit ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Westminster, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £250,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-25 18:22:31
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Harper May is partnering with a dynamic private equity firm that is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to lead its finance function.
With an expanding portfolio and ambitious growth trajectory, the firm is looking for a CFO who can bring financial leadership, operational discipline, and investment insight to support both the core business and portfolio performance.Role Overview: The CFO will play a central role in managing the financial health of the firm, overseeing fund accounting, investor reporting, and group operations.
Reporting directly to the Managing Partners, this role offers the opportunity to influence high-level decision-making while building a scalable financial platform aligned with the firm’s investment strategy.Key Responsibilities:
Lead all financial aspects of the business including fund and management company accounting, cash flow, and investor reporting
Oversee financial operations across group entities and portfolio support structures
Manage external audit, tax, legal, and compliance relationships
Develop and deliver insightful reporting and analysis for investors, partners, and the Board
Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting across the group
Support deal execution, including due diligence, funding structures, and post-acquisition integration
Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks are maintained
Build and develop the internal finance function to support future growth and complexity
Act as a key partner to senior leadership, supporting both fund-level and operational strategy
Key Requirements:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, ideally with a background in private equity, investment management, or financial services
Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience managing both fund and corporate finance operations
Proven track record in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a regulated environment
Strong commercial acumen and ability to contribute to strategic and investment decisions
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including investor relations experience
Hands-on, detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage a broad and evolving remit ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Belgravia, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £250,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-25 18:15:12
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Harper May is currently in partnership with a renowned FMCG company situated in Central London.
This company boasts a global presence and a robust distribution network, enabling the delivery of exceptional products to markets around the world.
Our client is presently in search of a skilled Finance Manager to become part of their continuously expanding team.This position is particularly thrilling as it provides the chosen candidate with a comprehensive and dynamic role within a rapidly developing organisation.The role:
Responsible for the monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow and Key metrics) and information packs reporting to the Financial Controller.
Continuous improvement of the Group's monthly financial reporting process and controls including intercompany.
Regular review and substantiation of the Group balance sheet and key controls.
Provide technical accounting expertise and maintain the Group's accounting and financial policies.
Assist with the consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for Group entities.
Assist with the planning and execution of the Groups year end audit to ensure it is delivered on time and to budget.
Ensure the Group financial control environment is robust and all financial reporting requirements across the company are met to a high standard.
Identify opportunities to strengthen the financial control environment and manage the resulting implementation.
Other Group Finance Manager activities as required to support the Group Financial Controller.
Requirements
Strong management reporting experience
Proven relevant accounting experience and technical knowledge (Financial / Management information)
Strong attention to detail and a controls-focus
Team player committed to ensuring that the overall team objectives are met
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Type: Permanent Location: Soho, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £65,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:58:43
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Harper May is exclusively partnering with a property and construction company.
This company is at the forefront of the property and construction sector and is poised for rapid expansion.
They are currently seeking an ambitious CFO to spearhead growth and propel the company towards becoming an industry leader. Key Responsibilities:
To prepare a corporate strategy and annual business plan to ensure that the company attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible
Liaise with Investors and be central to fundraising plans
Manage the finance team efficiently and aid in development
Work with the CEO & Board on the strategic vision including forecasting and cultivating stakeholder relationships
Participating and developing new business opportunities for the group
Ensuring that adequate controls are installed and maintained
Provide the board with an operating budget and working closely to ensure pragmatic success
Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal activities for the organisation including revenue/expense and balance sheet reports
Monitor banking activities of the organisation
Oversee the production of monthly reports as well as financial statements and cash flow projections
Review and monitoring of Group tax position, calculations and filings
Desired Skills and Experience:
Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA would be advantageous
Must have extensive experience in leading and developing finance functions
Strong technical accounting skills are highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Previous experience of managing and developing staff
Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines
Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £200,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:58:38
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An inventive Media and Events company is presently in search of an experienced FP&A Manager to join their Finance team.
Our client is remarkably acquisitive and has recently finalised an acquisition that will solidify their firm position as one of the most rapidly expanding Media companies in the UK.
With ambitious intentions to venture into emerging markets within the upcoming 5 years, this is an exhilarating juncture to come aboard, as this role will play a crucial role in driving future growth.Key responsibilities for the FP&A Manager:
As FP&A Manager you will work closely with senior management to increase a company's efficiency and profitability by assisting with the formulation of both the medium and long-term financial planWork closely with senior management to build budgetsDelivery of competitor analysis, market trends and associated commentary to the Leadership teamAccurate forecasting of monthly revenues, costs and resultsManagement of the finance department as well as the purchasing/goods receiving team - team of 4Margin analysisExperience working with SAP System, F&B Shop and Opera is desirable
Required Skills
Been a previous FP&A ManagerQualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)Advanced Excel skillsGood communication skills both verbal and writtenGood planning and organisational skillsProfessional approach to work ethicsPrevious experience within the financial services sector is a necessity ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £65,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:58:31
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Are you good at multi-tasking? Do you take pride in offering excellent customer service?Benefits include 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing with service, a company pension scheme, London living wage, mental health awareness/resources, employee assistance scheme and full training.Our client is an established provider of gas, electrical, commercial and home services throughout London and South of England.
They pride themselves on providing exceptional service levels and they are seeking Customer Service Operatives for their offices located in Cheam to work as part of their domestic gas department.Your main responsibility will be to ensure professional and efficient support is provided to the Company's domestic gas service contracts whilst working within a skilled team.General responsibilities include:
Handling calls to residents, clients and engineers effectivelyProactively planning and managing works for all engineersManaging engineers' diaries to ensure all works are completedBooking service appointmentsApproving timesheets for engineers upon completion of worksMonitoring and actioning escalation reportsFollowing up on unconfirmed service visitsIssuing ECO works in line with contract guidelinesEscalating jobs to the relevant Contract Manager for approvalApproving job times using the Company's internal allocation matrixProviding administrative support to the Company and department where required
This role would suit someone who has worked in a similar industry and is seeking a new challenge or someone who has excellent customer service experience and is seeking a change.Shift patterns for this role are 8am to 5pm and 9am to 6pm (alternating) with 1 Saturday per month on a fixed rota basis (
*Saturdays are assigned by the Team Leader).Essential skills required:
Previous experience within a service delivery role would be an advantageExcellent communication and organisation skillsFirst rate customer service skillsGood IT skillsSelf-motivated with the ability to use own initiativeThe ability to multi-task and work under pressurePositive with an enthusiastic, can-do attitude to work
Job details:
Customer Service Operative (Domestic Gas Department)Cheam, Surrey£25,667.20 per annum (increasing after probation)Full Time - 40 hours per week (shift rota including Saturdays, fixed rota's) Benefits include 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing with service, a company pension scheme, London living wage, mental health awareness/resources, employee assistance scheme and full training
If you have the right skills and experience for this role, we would like to hear from you.NB.
Due to large volumes of applications, we cannot always contact all applicants.
If you do not hear from us within 10 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sutton, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £25,667.20 - 25,667.20 per year
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:51:55
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Are you good at multi-tasking? Do you take pride in offering excellent customer service?Benefits include 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing with service, a company pension scheme, London living wage, mental health awareness/resources, employee assistance scheme and full training.Our client is an established provider of gas, electrical, commercial and home services throughout London and South of England.
They pride themselves on providing exceptional service levels and they are seeking a Planner to work within their Gas Service department.Your main responsibility will be to the planning of our field-based engineers within your allocated geographical/contracted area to meet the service level agreements (SLA's) of the company's clients in the Council and Social Housing sectors as well as being the main point of contact for the engineers, field supervisors and field managers.General responsibilities include:
Handling calls from engineers and making outbound calls to schedule appointments for outstanding and follow up works, as well as annual gas service checks.Managing the Action Lists to ensure works are completed appropriately in line with SLA requirements.Taking ownership of the engineers (within your patch) daily workload.Monitoring the Company's in-house systems for 'no outstanding works'.Monitoring engineers to ensure they are 'ready for work'.Managing and dispatching any unallocated works.Taking responsibility for managing and monitoring any changes to works scheduled in the event of team absence.Providing administrative support to the team/department where required
This role would suit someone who has worked in a similar industry and is seeking a new challenge or someone who has excellent organisational and is seeking a change.Essential skills required:
Excellent communication and organisation skillsProactive approach to problem solving and self-developmentFirst rate customer service skillsGood IT skillsSelf-motivated with the ability to use own initiativeThe ability to multi-task and work under pressurePositive with an enthusiastic, can-do attitude to work
Job details:
Planner (Gas Service Department)Cheam, Surrey£27,271.40 per annum (increasing after probation) Full Time - Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week (8am to 5:30pm)Benefits include 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing with service, a company pension scheme, London living wage, mental health awareness/resources, employee assistance scheme and full training
If you have the right skills and experience for this role, we would like to hear from you.Due to large volumes of applications, we cannot always contact all applicants.
If you do not hear from us within 10 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sutton, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £27,271.40 - 27,271.40 per year
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:47:00
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Sales Manager - Luxury 5
* Hotel, LondonSalary: Up to £61,000 package(including Bonus and Tronc)We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Sales Manager to join a dynamic team at one of London’s premier luxury 5-star hotels.
This is a full-time, on-site role based within the hotel, offering the unique opportunity to work at the heart of a prestigious property and be part of an iconic hospitality experience.About the Role: As Sales Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue across both the leisure and corporate segments.
You will build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, identify new business opportunities, and execute strategic sales initiatives to position our hotel as the destination of choice in a highly competitive market.Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement targeted sales strategies for both leisure and corporate markets
Proactively source new business and manage key accounts to maximise revenue
Collaborate closely with the marketing, events, and front office teams to ensure a seamless guest experience
Represent the hotel at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings
Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for senior leadership
About You:
Proven track record in hotel sales, ideally within a 5-star or luxury hospitality environment
Experience managing both leisure and corporate accounts
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
Highly motivated, proactive, and confident working independently
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Perm
Salary / Rate: £45k - 61k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-04-25 16:43:39
