A market-leading strategic advisory and communications consultancy is entering a major phase of growth and transformation. As part of this evolution, we are seeking a Chief Commercial Officer to take full ownership of commercial strategy, operational performance, and revenue growth across the business.

This is a pivotal board appointment reporting directly to the CEO, designed for an exceptional commercial leader who can scale a professional services organisation internationally and deliver significant enterprise value. The position offers a genuine succession pathway to CEO.

Due to the nature of this this role please ensure you read all of the following information. Especially what we are looking for as there is no compromise.

The Opportunity

You will act as the commercial and operational engine of the organisation, leading day-to-day performance, driving margin and revenue uplift, expanding into new markets, improving infrastructure, and strengthening leadership capability.

With ambitions and ability to triple in size over the next three years, the business needs a transformative commercial leader who understands how to build repeatable growth engines, enhance people leadership, and evolve operating structures without compromising culture.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Leadership Delivery

Lead daily operations across all teams and offices both in the UK and EMEA
Build scalable infrastructure, systems, and controls to support growth
Set performance standards, accountability, and leadership excellence

Commercial Strategy & P&L Ownership

Own revenue, margin, profitability and forecasting
Develop scalable income models, pricing structures and new service lines
Strengthen propositions and market positioning using data and insights

Sales & Business Development

Own the commercial growth engine and pipeline delivery
Increase client lifetime value, upsell/cross-sell systems, and win-rate success
Expand sector and international reach

People & Culture Leadership

Coach senior leaders and drive organisational capability
Oversee talent, hiring, development, and workforce planning
Protect values-led, purpose-driven culture

Strategic Growth & M&A

Evaluate external investment and acquisitions
Lead post-merger integration and value-creation initiatives
Partner closely with CEO, Board and financial stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

Senior commercial leader (i.e Managing Director, CEO, COO or CCO experience) within a PR or Corporate Communications Consultancy is essential and a bonus if you have additional experience within corporate affairs or professional services environment
Proven success scaling businesses internationally and at pace
Strong leadership pedigree managing senior Director-level talent
Demonstrable experience improving revenue, growth and margin performance
Entrepreneurial mindset with data-driven discipline
Strategic and operational balance; not afraid to get hands-on
M&A exposure desirable; private-equity experience advantageous

Why Apply?

Step into a defining leadership mandate at a high-growth consultancy
Shape commercial strategy, culture and future direction
Board role with autonomy, influence, and visibility
Clear succession track to CEO for the right candidate
Competitive compensation + performance incentives
Purpose-driven, values-led culture with outstanding talent around you
Depending on experience and suitability there is flexibility on remuneration

If you meet the above criteria and currently work for a PR or Corporate Communications Consultancy, able to work hybrid from London then please apply via the apply button below.