03/06/2026
Behind the Hire | Senior Growth Manager
We recently partnered with a leading national hospitality organisation to appoint a Senior Growth Manager, a pivotal leadership role focused on securing major commercial partnerships, driving new business opportunities and leading complex bid activity across highly competitive environments.
After an extensive search led by Luke Butler, one candidate consistently stood out.
With a background spanning global entertainment brands, major venues, partnerships and large-scale commercial projects, they brought a rare combination of commercial capability, strategic thinking and stakeholder influence. Their experience included leading high-profile partnerships, negotiating complex commercial agreements and delivering nationally recognised initiatives across entertainment, sport and hospitality environments.
What made this placement particularly rewarding was that this relationship had been built over several years. We first connected while they were working internationally and stayed in touch throughout different stages of their career.
Sometimes the right opportunity is not immediate; it is about understanding where someone can create the greatest impact when the timing aligns.
In a market where proven commercial leaders with genuine hospitality and partnerships experience are increasingly difficult to find, this was a fantastic outcome for both client and candidate.
This is another reminder that recruitment at its best is grounded in relationships, consistency and knowing when the right opportunity aligns.
