James Walton

James Walton is an accomplished recruitment professional with extensive experience in the hospitality sector. Currently serving as the Regional Recruitment & Talent Manager for Loungers Ltd since September 2025, James previously held the position of Head of Talent at San Carlo Restaurant Group from January 2023 to June 2025, where significant contributions included establishing a Talent Department, implementing comprehensive recruitment processes, and leading international hiring initiatives. With a background in managing recruitment across multiple brands and restaurants at The New World Trading Company, along with prior roles in recruitment consultancy and finance, James combines a strong foundation in talent acquisition with analytical capabilities honed through advanced reporting and systems implementation. James holds a degree in Accounting and Finance from Kaplan.