Senior leaders on the move - Metro Bank, Penguin Random House, and more
As companies work on their strategies for next year, we are seeing some fantastic new roles and opportunities to support them in taking their plans forward. The recruitment market for marketing and digital roles is still highly competitive, so we are delighted to congratulate the following senior leaders on their new roles.
David Brewerton, Head of Growth Marketing, Metro Bank (UK)
David joined Metro Bank (UK) as Head of Growth Marketing in September after more than ten years at Tesco Mobile, where he held roles as Head of Acquisition Marketing, and Head of Digital and CRM. David also completed his Marketing Week Mini MBA with Mark Ritson in 2020.
Metro Bank’s people and community-focussed strategy is resonating at a time when the cost-of-living crisis affects many, ‘At Metro Bank, we do banking differently. We're award-winning people-people, and to us, there's nothing more important than going above and beyond for our customers – in fact, we’re on a mission to become the nation’s best community bank.’
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brewertondavid
Carmen Byers, Marketing Director, Penguin Random House UK
Carmen's new role as Marketing Director (Audio) comes after four years as Head of Marketing (Audio) at Penguin Random House. Prior to this, Carmen spent four years in Head of Marketing role at Brompton Bicycles and held roles at National Trust and Sense Marketing.
With over 50 independent imprints across nine publishing houses, Penguin Random House is the UK's largest publisher. They have over 2,000 employees across two publishing sites in London, two distribution centres in Frating and Grantham, and their archive and library in Rushden. They work with the best talent from within the industry and beyond, with publishing experts supported by dynamic teams.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-byers-2a540a99
Helen Clifford, Marketing Director, FMcM
FMcM has appointed Helen Clifford to the newly created role of marketing director, after more than ten years of marketing the London Book Fair as part of RX Global (Reed Exhibitions). Helen will start her new role in December 2022 and report directly to CEO, Fiona McMorrough.
FMcM says, "Helen is a gifted marketeer, a talented event organiser and a team player. She is highly motivated, has a great work ethic and is enormous fun. I am really looking forward to her joining FMcM in November, where she can add her extensive experience, expertise and support to our talented and growing team.”
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-clifford
Image source: https://www.thebookseller.com/news/fmcm-appoints-clifford-to-marketing-director-after-10-years-at-london-book-fair
James Croxall, Marketing Director, Buzz Bingo
After almost two years as Group Head of Proposition at Tesco, James has joined Buzz Bingo as Marketing Director. Prior to Tesco, James spent four years at Jack's (part of the Tesco family), as Head of Customer and Head of Marketing Communications, and three years at Tesco Mobile.
Buzz Bingo says, “Everyone here has an important role to play in building the biggest, safest bingo community in Britain. Joining us means joining our family. We know lots of companies say that, but we really believe it’s true.”
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescroxall
Terry Doyle, Chief Information Officer, RWS
Terry joins RWS after more than four years as Chief Information Officer at GroupM. Prior to that, he spent seven years at SAB Miller, as Global Head of Digital Customer and Global Head of Front Office Transformation. He was also a Global Account Lead at both Accenture and Diageo. The newly created Chief Information Officer role at RWS focuses on delivering their transformation programmes.
Ian El-Mokadem, CEO at RWS says, “Terry’s appointment underscores our commitment to deliver on the transformation programmes we announced back in March.
As well as overseeing our technology operations he will also further improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure that supports the Group, alongside data, security, and compliance.”
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-doyle
Marilu Revelli, Marketing Director, GCEX
Marilu joins GCEX as Marketing Director with more than ten years’ experience at American Express, including the role of EMEA Marketing Director Bank Partnerships. Marilu has also built up a freelance career, covering marketing consultancy and business coaching, becoming an ICF Accredited Coach.
GCEX provides institutional and professional clients with a best-of-breed digital asset and FX platform, with partnerships with Tier 1 and trusted liquidity providers, lending counterparties and regulated digital custody institutions.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-lopez-revelli-marketing-consulting
Eve Robertson, Marketing Director, Hastings Direct
Eve joins Hastings Direct as Marketing Director after more than four years as Head of Digital at M&S Bank and Head of Digital Engagement for Wealth & Insurance at HSBC. Prior to that, she spent 11 years at American Express in Vice President roles for marketing and digital.
Hastings Group says that ambitious growth plans will be, "delivered through digital leadership, embracing new technology, and investing in our colleagues, customers, company and community - that's why we stand out and what drives our decision making and continues to guide us as we grow."
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eve-robertson
We wish these senior leaders the very best for the future. If you feel ready to move towards the next stage in your career, please get in touch or connect with us/send a message on LinkedIn.
Warmest regards,
the Suzie Walker Executive Search team
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