Chief Commercial Officer

Doubletree by Hilton Lincoln; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bed & Breakfast stays for team

Discounts at major hotel brands

Employee wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts via Hapi platform

Job summary

leaf HOSPITALITY is seeking a Chief Commercial Officer to join the Executive Leadership Team and shape the next growth chapter across a portfolio of branded and independent hotels. Hybrid role with regular UK travel, leading Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing to maximise performance and strengthen relationships with owners and brand partners.

If you’re commercially astute with a passion for delivering results, inspiring teams and creating long-term value, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Significant senior commercial leadership experience within hospitality.
• Proven success leading Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing across a multi-site portfolio.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with track record of sustainable growth.
• Experience working with hotel owners, investors and internationally recognised brands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the Group Commercial Strategy aligned with the company’s vision and long-term growth ambitions.
• Lead commercial performance across the portfolio, driving revenue, profitability and market share.
• Provide strategic leadership across Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing with a collaborative, commercially focused approach.
• Use market insight and performance data to identify opportunities and inform decision-making.

Job description

Hybrid role based in the UK with regular travel across our hotel portfolio. Flexibility to visit hotels as business needs require is essential.

Shape the Future of leaf HOSPITALITY

At leaf HOSPITALITY, we're looking for an exceptional Chief Commercial Officer to join our Executive Leadership Team and help shape the next chapter of our growth.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the commercial strategy across our growing portfolio of branded and independent hotels. Leading our Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing functions, you'll maximise performance, strengthen owner and brand relationships, and identify new opportunities that support the continued success of the business.

If you're a commercially astute hospitality leader with a passion for delivering results, inspiring teams and creating long-term value, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Team Member Programme with £50 Bed & Breakfast stays and 50% F&B discount across leaf HOSPITALITY hotels
• Enjoy exclusive discounted stays and food & drink at Hilton and IHG hotels worldwide, available to you, your family and friends
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Access to the Hapi Benefits platform, offering exclusive discounts on retail, gym memberships, leisure, travel and much more
• Long Service Recognition Awards
• Team Member recognition awards
• Five additional days' annual leave from day one
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Company sick pay
• Vitality Private Healthcare
• Three additional office closure days over the Christmas period, without using your annual leave
• Opportunities to shape the future growth of an ambitious hotel management company

What You'll Be Doing

Commercial Leadership

• Develop and deliver the Group Commercial Strategy, aligned with the company's vision and long‑term growth ambitions.
• Lead commercial performance across the portfolio, driving revenue, profitability and market share.
• Provide strategic leadership across Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing, ensuring a collaborative and commercially focused approach.
• Use market insight, performance data and industry trends to identify opportunities and support informed decision-making.

Business Growth

• Support the continued growth of leaf HOSPITALITY through new management opportunities, acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
• Build trusted relationships with hotel owners, investors, brand partners and key stakeholders.
• Strengthen the commercial positioning of both leaf HOSPITALITY and the hotels we manage.
• Represent the business at owner meetings, industry events and commercial forums.

Leadership

• Inspire, develop and lead high-performing commercial teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coach and develop future leaders across the commercial function.
• Work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to support business‑wide objectives.

Governance & Performance

• Present commercial performance and strategic recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team and hotel owners.
• Ensure compliance with commercial governance, company policies and brand standards.
• Champion responsible business practices and support the delivery of our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments.

What We're Looking For

• Significant senior commercial leadership experience within the hospitality sector.
• Proven success leading Sales, Revenue Management and Marketing across a multi‑site business.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a track record of delivering sustainable growth.
• Experience working with hotel owners, investors and internationally recognised hotel brands.
• An inspirational leader with the ability to build high-performing teams and trusted stakeholder relationships.
• Experience supporting business growth, acquisitions or new management opportunities.
• A strategic thinker who combines commercial insight with a hands‑on, collaborative leadership style.

About leaf HOSPITALITY

leaf HOSPITALITY is a hotel management company trusted by owners to operate branded and independent hotels across the UK.

Since 2007, we've managed every property as if it were our own, combining commercial expertise with a people‑first approach. We build strong teams, create memorable guest experiences and deliver long‑term success for our hotels, owners and communities.

Everything we do is guided by one principle: be EXCELLENT.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and able to succeed. We celebrate individuality and believe diverse perspectives help us deliver better experiences for our guests, teams and communities.