Chief Marketing Officer in London

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an outstanding Chief Marketing Officer to join a globally recognised hospitality group during a period of significant growth. With a portfolio of highly regarded brands operating across multiple markets, this organisation is seeking a commercially minded and brand‑driven marketing leader who can balance strategic vision with operational execution. This is a rare chance to influence the future direction of an internationally respected business while playing a pivotal role at executive board level.

Reporting directly to the CEO and sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the successful candidate will lead the global marketing agenda, driving brand strength, customer engagement, revenue growth and market expansion.

The Opportunity

As Chief Marketing Officer, you will define and execute the global marketing strategy across a diverse portfolio. You will lead a multi‑disciplinary team spanning brand, digital, CRM, social media, communications and PR, ensuring that every customer touchpoint delivers both brand excellence and commercial impact.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across operations, commercial and executive functions, you will create integrated marketing strategies that support business performance, customer loyalty and long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a world‑class marketing strategy aligned with business objectives and growth ambitions.
• Own and evolve the group’s brand architecture and identity, ensuring each brand maintains a clear, differentiated market position while strengthening overall brand equity across the portfolio.
• Lead and inspire high‑performing teams across brand, digital marketing, CRM, communications, PR, social media and content.
• Drive brand innovation and evolution, identifying opportunities to keep the portfolio relevant and competitive.
• Manage substantial marketing investment and budgets, ensuring clear ROI and measurable commercial outcomes.
• Lead strategies for new openings, new concepts and international expansion initiatives.
• Oversee PR, communications and partnership activity, enhancing brand visibility and reputation.
• Collaborate closely with operational and commercial leadership to support revenue growth and trading performance.
• Represent the organisation externally with media, industry partners and key stakeholders.
• Utilise customer insights, market intelligence and emerging trends to enhance the overall guest experience.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Chief Marketing Officer, Group Marketing Director or equivalent executive‑level marketing leader.
• Strong background within hospitality, food and beverage, lifestyle, or consumer‑led businesses.
• Demonstrated success in brand building, customer acquisition and revenue growth.
• Expertise across the full marketing mix including brand strategy, PR and communications.
• Exceptional leadership capabilities with a track record of building and developing high‑performing teams.
• Strong commercial understanding with the ability to translate marketing activity into business performance.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach and excellent execution skills.
• Genuine passion for hospitality, food, guest experience and consumer brands.