Overview

Enotria&Coe is the number one distributor of premium wines and spirits into multi-channel markets with an enviable portfolio and a strong focus on service excellence. They own a retail store and operate two Direct to Consumer platforms. They operate their own fleet, enabling significant growth without capital requirements. Enotria&Coe are PE-backed and have received support from their investors to navigate Brexit and Covid challenges. The business aspires to push an aggressive growth agenda over the next three years.

Context

Stanton House successfully built out the entire Enotria&Coe Finance team including the hire of a Chief Financial Officer. The goal was to find qualified professionals who would help refresh and drive their strategic plans, enabling the speedy transition into a new phase of growth.

Solution

During our search, we made use of our extensive network, built up from over a decade of speaking to exceptional finance talent, and produced a full market map. We met with every candidate before shortlisting and invested time to ensure that we assessed and understood their career aspirations as well as their technical and behavioural competencies. During the interview process, we provided steer and guidance, ensuring that all logistics were dealt with and that a pre-arranged agenda was adhered to.

Outcome

We managed the offer process and remained focused on the detail, to ensure a successful outcome. We coached the selected candidate through their resignation process and notice period. With the CFO in situ, Enotria&Coe have now started to transform their finance function and are on track to take the company through to a potential exit.

“The Stanton House team were able to find us quality candidates. They took the time to focus on the softer skills required for each role and invested the time to ensure both technical and behavioural fit.”

HR Director, Enotria & Coe

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