An industry leader and recognised name in the luxury hospitality scene. Warren is one of the most engaged and networked headhunters on LinkedIn internationally and has close relationships worldwide with an array of impressive candidates and clients.

Warren has a reputation as a ‘fixer’ and 5 years prior to James & Cranwell started a successful concierge and corporate events company, looking after the most demanding of requests for global companies and their CEOs. This skill set is transferable to James & Cranwell, meaning Warren is relentless and passionate about delivering the very best for clients.

Warren’s focus is on realising the company's global vision and implementing the strategy to execute this, with a deep passion for luxury hospitality and a relentless drive to deliver for clients.

With a 20-year career in luxury hospitality, Paul brings a wealth of experience to James & Cranwell. 

His journey spans both independent and branded properties across Italy and the UK, with notable achievements including spearheading the openings of five-star hotels in London. 

Starting his career at the front desk, Paul’s expertise has evolved into a strategic role as Director of Sales & Marketing. Equipped with a Master’s degree in International Hotel Operations from the University of Surrey, Paul’s deep industry knowledge and dynamic approach make him an invaluable asset to our team.

In 2023, Jake was awarded Top Revenue Generator of the Year, this accolade is a testament to his exceptional ability to generate new business and successfully fulfil roles, ensuring both clients and candidates find their perfect match.

Jake excels in helping clients fill challenging positions, facilitating the process with ease and efficiency. His dedication to making clients’ lives easier shines through when he sees their excitement as the perfect candidate is realised.

Detail-oriented and meticulous, Jake delivers on specific briefs, taking the time to truly understand each client’s brand identity. 

Serena’s background in luxury hospitality operations coupled with a personable character has enabled her to continuously provide top-tier talent for our exceptional clients.

As part of her searches she incorporates her psychology degree to inform her personalised headhunting approach, creating a bespoke service for every candidate, rather than treating them as another CV!

Serena goes beyond traditional recruitment, serving as a strategic advisor and providing candidates who become lasting assets to our clients’ teams. Her favorite part of working at James & Cranwell is seeing her placements succeed.

Her unique blend of skills makes her an invaluable partner in navigating the complexities of hospitality recruitment, ensuring the perfect fit for both candidates and companies.

With her extensive experience working in luxury hospitality, Yasemin understands the unique demands of the industry. She possesses an acute awareness of candidate expectations, allowing her to guide them seamlessly through the interview process. 

Skilled in building strong relationships, Yasemin is dedicated to ensuring the perfect fit for each candidate. Her favourite part of her role at James & Cranwell is the joy of placing candidates in their dream careers.

With a distinguished background in luxury hospitality, Ashley has excelled as a national account manager, adeptly managing high-profile clients across the country.  As a result, she is a diligent headhunter, who juggles the demands of her diverse clientele while maintaining the highest standards of service. 

Being a foodie, she enjoys keeping up with trends in the industry - from the latest Michelin-star criteria to the ‘it’ chefs!

Her favourite part of the role is learning the intricacies of each client’s demands, to match the perfect candidate for the role.

Edward, a Senior Headhunter at James & Cranwell, thrives on the excitement of pitching roles and persuading top talent to join the luxury hospitality industry. With a headhunting career that began in 2019, Edward has mastered the intricacies of client needs and excels at connecting with people from diverse backgrounds.

Originally from New York, Edward brings an international perspective and a wealth of experience from working at headhunter giants like Korn Ferry. His deep understanding of adhering to briefs and meeting tight deadlines makes him a standout in the field, ensuring that both clients and candidates are perfectly matched.