CFO | AI Infrastructure | Series C

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in AI infrastructure is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy and fundraising initiatives in preparation for major institutional funding and potential IPO. This pivotal role partners with the CEO to enhance financial operations and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as CFO in VC- or PE-backed international scale-up, ideally in B2B SaaS.
• Proven success in large institutional funding or leading IPOs/exits.
• Expertise in financial operations for complex international structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial strategy, focusing on AI-driven growth.
• Prepare for IPO and secure institutional funding.
• Build and develop a global finance team.

Skills

Financial strategy

Investment management

Risk management

Fundraising

Governance

Compliance

Commercial mindset

Job description

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Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.06.2025

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12.08.2025

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About the job

Zanda is an Executive search partner that works exclusively with high-growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VCs, Founders, CEOs and CFOs to successfully deliver key senior appointments.

Who’s the business:

Zanda is partnering with a global AI Infrastructure and B2B SaaS venture that is scaling rapidly across multiple continents. With a product used by major enterprise clients and a strong recurring revenue base, this business is on the path to IPO or a significant exit.

The CFO will lead the company’s financial strategy, investment portfolio, and risk management, focusing on AI-driven growth and sustainability. Responsibilities include capital allocation, financial planning, investor relations, and compliance, leveraging AI analytics for informed decision-making. The role balances financial discipline with strategic AI investments to position the company as a market leader.

The next phase involves securing a large funding round (likely over £200m) to help reach over £100m ARR before a 2-3 year journey towards an exit.

What experiences you will gain:

You will be a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, overseeing financial, fundraising, and investor relations. This leadership role involves representing the business internally and externally.

• Lead an institutional funding round (hundreds of millions), working with Tier 1 VC, PE, and capital markets.
• Prepare for IPO and exit.
• Build and develop a global finance team (FP&A, reporting, tax, legal, investor relations).
• Provide clarity in a fast-paced environment, supporting strategic decisions across regions.
• Act as a trusted ambassador to investors, representing the company confidently.
• Partner with the CEO and Board on international growth, commercial planning, and exit strategies.

Background required:

• Experience as CFO in a VC- or PE-backed international scale-up, ideally within B2B SaaS or hardware-enabled businesses with >£100m ARR.
• Proven success in raising large institutional funding or leading IPO/exits.
• Credibility to influence investors, boards, and advisors.
• Expertise in financial operations, governance, and compliance for complex international structures.
• Commercial mindset and ability to operate swiftly without losing clarity or control.

Please note that due to high application volume, only candidates matching the client’s requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within ten days, please assume unsuccessful application.