Fuchs (pictured) will join Kantar Media’s global executive team and will report to the global chief executive Patrick Béhar in his new role. Fuchs replaces Giles Richardson, who was interim chief financial officer.

The appointment follows the acquisition of Kantar Media by investment firm HIG Capital for around $1bn, with the deal completed earlier this year.

Before joining Kantar Media, Fuchs worked in chief financial officer roles at Superstruct Entertainment and CSM Sport & Entertainment, and also has investment banking and consulting experiences from spells at Deutsche Bank and Roland Berger respectively. 

Béhar said that Fuchs “has an exceptional track record as a two-time chief financial officer, with invaluable experience in driving both growth and performance in the media and creative sectors under private equity ownership”.

He added: “This is the perfect timing as we embark on our new journey with our new owners, HIG Capital. I am incredibly excited to partner with Rainer to drive our transformation and deliver outstanding results for our customers. I am also deeply grateful to Giles Richardson, who has successfully led the finance function as our interim CFO.” 

Fuchs commented: “I am thrilled to join Kantar Media at such a critical moment for the company, as it transitions to new, fully independent ownership. I look forward to working closely with Patrick and the leadership team to transform the business.”