Finance Director

COREcruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global beverage company is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial performance and strategy. This hybrid role will work closely with executive leadership to drive growth. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in finance leadership in high-growth environments and the ability to provide actionable insights. This position offers a unique chance to influence sustainable growth across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in high-growth international consumer businesses.
• Strong experience in finance leadership roles.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team.
• Conduct market research and analysis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Monitor commercial activities and financial performance using key metrics.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Commercial acumen

Forecasting and budgeting

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Job description

Finance Director – Growth Markets

• Location: London (hybrid)
• Sector: Hospitality

We are working with a leading global premium beverage brand that is on an ambitious growth trajectory across EMEA and APAC, with impressive stores portfolio and plans to double its footprint within three years. The newly formed Growth Markets team is seeking a strategic Finance Director to drive financial performance, insight, and growth.

Reporting to the Managing Director, Growth Markets, this role is a key business partner to the executive team, shaping strategy and providing actionable financial guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute robust financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and insight to the executive team.
• Conduct market research and analysis to inform commercial decisions.
• Partner with Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Business Development to optimize performance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning with actionable insights.
• Monitor commercial activities and financial performance using key metrics.
• Oversee financial reporting, profitability analysis, and investment appraisal.
• Drive cost efficiency, working capital optimization, and sustainable profitability across regions.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to deliver on strategic priorities.

The ideal candidate brings finance leadership experience, strong commercial acumen, and a proven track record in high-growth international consumer businesses.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a global brand and drive sustainable growth across multiple markets.