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Assistant Director of Finance
Role summary
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The Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in managing the hotel’s financial operations, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls and statutory compliance. Requirements typically include a degree or professional qualification in accounting or finance, relevant experience in luxury hotels or hospitality, strong knowledge of financial systems, excellent Excel skills and an understanding of UK accounting practices. The successful candidate is expected to be analytical, commercially aware and highly organised, with strong communication skills and the confidence to work with department heads and senior management. Leadership ability, attention to detail, discretion, integrity and a proactive approach to improving financial performance are essential.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: Hotel jobs cannot be sponsored since July 2025; only youth schemes remain.
Official source: GOV.UK: Skilled Worker visa. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Live-in common in rural hotels |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals common |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | 100% of tips and service charges to staff (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent or seasonal |
| Leave | 28 days |
| Income tax | About 14% in all at GBP 25,000 |
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About Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is an international luxury hospitality company known for elegant hotels, resorts and residences in major destinations worldwide. The group is recognised for combining refined design, highly personalised service and strong cultural connections with each location. Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is one of the group’s flagship properties, situated in Knightsbridge near Hyde Park and leading luxury shopping and cultural attractions. The hotel offers guestrooms, suites, restaurants, bars, wellness facilities and event spaces, serving a discerning international clientele. Employees work in a high-service environment where professionalism, discretion, teamwork and attention to detail are highly valued. The group generally promotes learning, career development, inclusion and opportunities for internal mobility across its global portfolio.