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  • Group Finance Manager
    Group Finance Manager
    15 hours ago
    £60000–£65000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are a fast-growing, creatively driven hospitality group with venues in London, Abu Dhabi and international expansion projects underway in Monaco, Abu Dhabi, and beyond. Rooted in our family-run origins, we value long-term commitment, collaboration, and vision. We're seeking an experienced yet hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the group's financial operations, help shape strategic decision-making, and grow into a future CFO role as the business continues to expand. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, is eager to build systems and structures from within, and is motivated by purpose and growth rather than hierarchy. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Management \& Oversight • Oversee day-to-day financial operations across all venues and entities within the group. , • Manage cash flow, forecasting, and group liquidity planning. , • Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll accuracy, and VAT submissions. , • Supervise management accounts and ensure monthly reporting is timely, accurate, and actionable. , • Consolidate and analyse financial performance across UK and international projects. 2. Strategic Planning \& Growth Support  • Support leadership in financial planning for new openings, refurbs, and international expansions (e.g., project budgets, funding timelines, ROI tracking). , • Build and manage business models, forecasts, and sensitivity analyses for new ventures. , • Partner with the Managing Director on long-term growth strategies and capital allocation. , • Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities without compromising creative or operational integrity. , • Big picture financial planning for trajectory of the group. 3. Project \& Investment Oversight  • Track project spend versus budget and ensure accurate cashflow planning for fit-outs and openings. , • Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and landlords regarding financial matters, payments, and funding schedules. , • Support negotiations for lease contributions, rent-free periods, and financial agreements with partners or landlords. , • Maintain and evolve project tracking tools (spreadsheets, dashboards, cost trackers). 4. Systems, Processes \& Reporting • Review and improve accounting systems and internal controls as the group scales. , • Implement clear financial reporting structures between venue teams, central finance, and leadership. , • Ensure all statutory and compliance obligations (HMRC, Companies House, etc.) are met. , • Support the digital transformation of the finance function, from automation to cloud-based reporting / AI developments. 5. Leadership \& Team Development • Work closely with venue GMs, operations, and HR to embed financial awareness across teams. , • Cost control optimisation. , • Champion a culture of accountability and transparency around budgets and costs. 6. International Expansion \& Cross-Border Finance  • Assist with financial structuring, banking, and tax planning for international projects. , • Support cross-currency forecasting and consolidated reporting for UK and overseas entities. , • Liaise with external advisors (auditors, lawyers, tax specialists) to ensure group compliance and optimisation. The Ideal Candidate  • Experienced Finance Manager, Controller, or Senior Accountant ready for their next step. , • Confident working directly with founders and senior leadership. , • Entrepreneurial mindset: solutions-driven, proactive, and emotionally intelligent. , • Excited by the idea of growing with the business into a CFO-level position over time. , • Passionate about hospitality, creativity, and the intersection between business and brand. What We Offer • The opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the group expands internationally. , • A collaborative, creative, and family-driven culture that values purpose and integrity. , • Exposure to unique projects in London, Monaco, and Abu Dhabi. , • Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) with performance-based growth potential. , • Hybrid working structure and direct input in shaping the company's financial future. If this sounds of interest to you, please apply. Come grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting!

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  • Marketing Manager
    Marketing Manager
    8 days ago
    £50100 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About Us Tezali Company Ltd is an expanding UK business specialising in premium and internationally sourced retail products. We are opening our new retail store at Westfield White City Shopping Centre, one of London’s leading shopping destinations, and are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Marketing Manager to lead our store launch marketing and ongoing brand growth. The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our business during a key expansion phase. You will be responsible for driving footfall, customer engagement, promotional campaigns, and commercial performance of our new Westfield store. The ideal candidate will have strong luxury retail marketing experience, a hands-on approach, and the ability to operate in a premium, fast-paced retail environment. The candidate should also have familiarity with Oriental and Eastern products. Key Responsibilities Marketing & Campaign Management • Develop and implement marketing strategies aligned with sales and brand objectives, • Lead store opening campaigns, seasonal promotions, and special events, • Coordinate online and offline marketing activity to increase customer traffic and sales In-Store Promotions & Visual Merchandising • Work closely with store teams on promotional displays and product launches, • Support visual merchandising to maintain premium brand presentation, • Ensure campaigns meet shopping centre and brand standards Commercial Performance • Analyse sales data, customer trends, and campaign performance, • Monitor KPIs and prepare reports for management, • Recommend pricing, promotional, and product positioning strategies Stakeholder Management • Liaise with Westfield Shopping Centre marketing teams regarding events and promotions, • Coordinate with suppliers, agencies, and external partners, • Work closely with senior management and store operations teams Budget & Operational Support • Manage marketing budgets effectively, • Support store teams by providing guidance on promotional focus, customer engagement, and campaign execution., • Support excellent customer experience standards in store Requirements Essential • Proven experience in retail marketing or marketing management, • Strong commercial awareness and sales-driven mindset, • Experience working in premium, lifestyle, or high-footfall retail environments, • Ability to analyse data and improve performance, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • Ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously Desirable • Experience with international or specialist product ranges (especially Oriental and Eastern products), • Experience working within shopping centres or destination retail environments What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Opportunity to lead marketing for a major new store opening, • Career growth within an expanding company, • Dynamic and supportive working environment To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter through Job Today. Tezali Company Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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  • Operation specialist
    Operation specialist
    16 days ago
    £28000–£30000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chiswick, London

    Location: London / Birmingham, UK Company: Giraf Logistics (UK) Ltd About Us Giraf Logistics (UK) Ltd is the UK subsidiary of Longsail International Logistics Co., Ltd., a well-established international logistics group with extensive experience in global freight forwarding and supply chain solutions. With the strong support of our parent company and the continued expansion of our UK business, we are building a fast-growing local team to provide efficient, reliable, and customer-focused logistics services. We are now looking for a bilingual Chinese-English logistics professional with relevant international logistics experience to join us and support our rapid development. Key Responsibilities • Handle daily import and export shipments across multiple transport modes, including sea freight, air freight, and road freight, • Manage shipments from quotation stage through to final invoicing, • Coordinate closely with customers, overseas agents, carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations, • Prepare and follow up on bookings, shipping documents, customs-related information, and job files, • Support the sales team by assisting with quotations, service solutions, and customer communication, • Ensure a high standard of accuracy, customer service, and operational efficiency, • Take on additional operational or administrative tasks as required to support a fast-developing business environment Requirements • Previous experience in international logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, or supply chain operations is strongly preferred, • Familiarity with import/export processes and container freight forwarding would be a strong advantage, • Fluent in both Chinese and English (written and spoken) is essential, as this role requires communication with both Chinese-speaking and English-speaking clients, agents, and colleagues, • Strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, growing team, • Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills, • Detail-oriented, organised, and service-minded, • Able to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team, • Mandarin-English bilingual ability is preferred; Cantonese is also a plus What We Offer • Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and qualifications, • Performance-related bonus opportunities, • Festival gifts and team-building activities, • Supportive and friendly working environment, • Excellent opportunity to grow with a rapidly developing international logistics team

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