Chief Financial Officer

SF Recruitment Limited t/a SF Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Chief Financial Officer to join their private equity-backed people services business in London. The ideal candidate will drive financial leadership and lead M&A transactions while preparing the business for future growth and exit. This position offers a competitive salary of £150,000 - £250,000 along with significant bonus and equity participation opportunities, ideal for those who excel in dynamic environments.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus + equity participation

Qualifications

• Prior experience as CFO in a private equity-backed business.
• Track record of leading M&A transactions, including post-deal integration.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial mindset and resilience in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial leadership in a multi-site operation.
• Lead M&A agenda, including due diligence and deal execution.
• Drive performance improvements across finance and operations.
• Prepare the business for a successful private equity exit.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

M&A execution

Communication

Job description

Chief Financial Officer | PE-Backed | People Services | London

SF Executive is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed people / professional services business to appoint a commercially driven and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a high-growth international organisation with offices across the UK, a strong leadership team, and a compelling value creation plan underpinned by strategic M&A.

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the PE investors, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the business, with a specific focus on:

• Delivering high-quality, insightful financial leadership across a multi-site operation
• Leading and executing a well-developed M&A agenda, including due diligence, deal execution, and integration
• Driving performance improvements across finance, operations, and commercial functions
• Preparing the business for a successful private equity exit in the coming years

We are seeking a high-impact CFO who thrives in a dynamic, private equity environment. You will have:

• Prior experience as CFO in a PE-backed business with international revenue streams
• A proven track record of leading M&A transactions, including post-deal integration
• The ability to act as a true business partner to the CEO, board, and investors
• Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills
• A commercial mindset and the resilience required in a fast-paced, evolving setting

The Package

• Base Salary: £150,000 – £250,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus + Equity participation: Significant wealth creation potential