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Paolo Benedetto

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Group CFO at ITS
📍 Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Paolo Benedetto is a Group CFO and Non-Executive Chair with deep expertise in private equity-backed businesses. He excels in leading M&A activities, driving business transformations, and managing complex financial restructurings. Paolo holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Lancashire.

He is drawn to organizations with a strong, people-focused culture and a clear vision. Passionate about developing talent, he stays current on business strategy and global affairs through publications like the Harvard Business Review and TIME.

In 2023, Paolo was shortlisted for the Northern Finance Director of the Year award, recognizing his exceptional leadership and innovation.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Group CFO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Private Equity Value
His career centers on creating value for PE investors through acquisitions, transformations, and leading sale transactions valued at over £600 million.
Business Transformation
He has a proven track record of leading strategic and cost-down reorganizations across the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Group CFO
ITS
9-2024
Non Exec Chair
Akula | Outdoor Furniture
2-2025 - 10-2025
Group CFO
BES Group
5-2023 - 1-2025
Group CFO
The Village Bakery Group
1-2021 - 4-2023
Group CFO/COO
St Pierre Groupe
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Education
1994 - 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
University of Lancashire
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