Rutherford Cross Retained by GDK to Appoint a Finance Manager

German Doner Kebab (GDK), headquartered in East Kilbride, Glasgow, is a portfolio company of True and Hero Brands. Today the business has over 170 thriving restaurants in the UK, Europe, Middle East & North America. GDK is targeting rapid expansion across the UK and International markets to dominate the kebab category globally. GDK generates c.£180m system sales and is well positioned to be the dominant #1 kebab brand globally.

True is a forward-thinking investment and innovation firm focused on transforming the consumer landscape. True partners with brands across all stages of growth, from portfolio brands such as Zwift, Cotswold, Represent, Ribble, Sneak and workplace mental health platform Unmind, through to global corporates and household brands such as Marks & Spencer and Warner Brothers. With a vision to create lasting change and positive impact, True is investing from its third fund, committing £10-100m of equity to the future of retail and consumer sectors.

As the business transitions from being 100% owned by Hero Brands to being a joint-venture with True, a new Finance Manager position has been created. GDK is looking for an ambitious, dynamic individual to lead the Corporate Accounts team as it moves to the next level. A qualified accountant who is is able to both work through the detail as well as see the “bigger picture”, someone who embraces technology and is constantly improving processes to make them faster more accurate and more effective.

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please view the position profile below or contact our retained consultant Jonathan Donnelly on [email protected] / 07494280461.