As the flagship Grosvenor Casino in London, Turpin will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the property and ‘ensuring The Vic maintains its stature within the London gaming market,’ according to the operator.

His role is part of the Rank Group’s new corporate structure, which will also see investment made in Grosvenor’s casinos in London.

Turpin started working for Rank in 1989 before working for Caesars’ Empire Casino and becoming the COO at Metropolitan Gaming.

Turpin said of his new position at Grosvenor Casinos: “After many years working with other brands within the sector, it is exciting to be returning to Rank at such an exciting time for the business.

“The Vic is a well-loved venue in London, and as an avid poker player myself, it is held in high regard in the market for poker and offering a unique casino environment. I am looking forward to working with the team at Grosvenor to shape the next phase of The Vic’s history.”

Meanwhile, Debbie Husband, Managing Director of Grosvenor Casinos, commented on Turpin’s appointment: “We are excited to welcome Peter to The Vic. Peter brings with him experience spanning 30 years in the gaming and hospitality businesses.

“We have an ambitious programme to reinvigorate the Grosvenor Casinos estate and having exceptional leadership in our flagship property is critical.”

The news comes following Grosvenor’s announcement that it had implemented a four-week academy in Nottingham for jobseekers, which saw 10 new staff taken on at the end of the course.