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Director of Finance

On-site in London·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 5 Oct)

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Benefits

  • 33 days holiday inc. bank holidays

    Paid annual leave, per the ad.

  • Cycle to work and season ticket loan

    Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in London

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Director-level role.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Significant senior finance leadership experience within a hotel environment, ideally as a Director of Finance, Financial Controller or in a comparable role
  • Essential experience within a large, complex, multi-revenue-stream hotel operation, including rooms, food & beverage, events and leisure facilities
  • A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline, supported by strong technical accounting expertise
  • Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, capital planning and business performance analysis
  • A proven ability to partner with General Managers, Executive Committees, ownership groups and corporate stakeholders to deliver commercial results
  • Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimisation and operational efficiency
  • Outstanding communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insight
  • Proven success in building, developing and leading high-performing teams
  • Experience managing financial controls, compliance obligations and internal, external and regulatory audits
  • A hands-on, visible leadership style with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

In addition to a competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity, we are committed to investing in your professional growth and wellbeing. As part of the St. Pancras London team, you'll enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

  • 33 days holiday, including Bank Holidays, increasing with service
  • Annual bonus based on individual and business performance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Annual salary review
  • Complimentary access to the gym and spa
  • Free meals whilst on duty
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Access to Perks at Work, offering thousands of discounts and offers
  • Marriott Explore global associate discount programme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
  • Recognition programmes, celebrations and much more

The role

Explore, discover, share and inspire at St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection

St. Pancras London is an iconic five-star hotel where Victorian grandeur meets contemporary luxury. Home to 38 opulent Chambers Suites and 207 beautifully appointed guestrooms, the hotel offers refined comfort, exceptional dining and expertly crafted cocktails across its distinctive restaurants and bars. Guests can retreat to the tranquil St. Pancras Spa or host memorable occasions in elegant event spaces, including the historic Ladies' Smoking Room.

Perfectly positioned alongside St. Pancras International in the heart of King's Cross, the hotel is a gateway to extraordinary experiences. From its magnificent Grand Staircase to its world-class service, St. Pancras London is more than a place to stay. It is a place to belong, grow and become part of an enduring legacy.

As Director of Finance, you will be the strategic financial leader of St. Pancras London, partnering closely with the General Manager, Executive Committee, ownership and Marriott International to drive commercial performance, maximise profitability and enhance long-term asset value.

As a key member of the Hotel Executive Committee, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, risk management and capital investment. Providing both strategic direction and operational leadership, you will leverage financial insight to influence decision-making, optimise performance and support the continued success of this iconic luxury destination.

What you'll do

  • You'll Be Expected to Deliver
  • Strategic financial leadership across the hotel, ownership and Marriott International
  • Strong financial performance through effective planning, forecasting and commercial decision-making
  • Annual budgets, forecasts and long-term capital investment plans that support the hotel's strategic objectives
  • Timely and insightful financial reporting that enables informed business decisions.
  • Trusted financial counsel to the General Manager and Executive Committee.
  • Enhanced profitability through improved productivity, efficiency and cost management initiatives.
  • Robust financial controls and full compliance with brand, ownership and regulatory requirements.
  • Accurate management of the P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital.
  • Successful delivery of internal, external and regulatory audit requirements.
  • A high-performing finance team built on accountability, development and engagement.
  • Strong stakeholder relationships with ownership, Marriott and hotel leadership teams.
  • A comprehensive annual business plan aligned with both brand and ownership objectives.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a commercially astute and influential finance leader with significant experience gained within large, complex and high-volume hotel operations. You will bring a strong blend of financial expertise, commercial acumen and leadership capability, along with the ability to build credibility and trusted partnerships across all levels of the business. This is a highly visible, on-site leadership role requiring close collaboration with operational teams, ownership representatives and key Marriott stakeholders.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Phone screen

    With a Talent Acquisition · Phone call

    An initial conversation about the role and your job history to determine fit.

  3. Interviews

    One or several behavioural interviews, by phone, video or in person depending on the opportunity.

  4. Assessment

    Not every role

    Checks whether your experience and technical skills meet the role's requirements; for some roles it is part of the application, for others it comes between interview stages.

  5. Final review and offer · With a hiring manager

  • Interview questions are behavioural, about your specific experience.
  • Prepare your own questions: candidates are interviewing Marriott too.

About Marriott International

Industry
Hospitality
Founded
1927
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Bethesda, USA

In their own words

Additional information

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today's traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative - in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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