Commercial Director / Head of Growth & Strategy, Bedford, £150k–£175k basic + £30k–£50k bonus

Financial Divisions; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm based in Bedford is looking for a Commercial Director / Head of Growth & Strategy to partner with the CEO and shape their next phase of growth. This role offers competitive compensation, including a basic salary of £150k–£175k plus a substantial bonus package, pension contributions, private medical cover, and generous holiday allowances. The firm, on track to exceed £500m AUM, is poised for significant expansion with its new Discretionary Fund Management proposition.

Benefits

10% matched pension

Private medical

Income protection

28–30 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within wealth management or financial services.
• Experience in driving strategic growth and enhancing performance.

Responsibilities

• Shape the next phase of a fast-growing wealth management firm.
• Partner with the CEO to drive growth and prepare for employee ownership.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Commercial acumen

Growth management

Job description

Commercial Director / Head of Growth & Strategy

Location: Bedford

Package: £150k–£175k basic + £30k–£50k bonus | 10% matched pension | Private medical | Income protection | 28–30 days holiday

Future multi‑million‑pound exit opportunity

Are you a strategic, commercially minded leader ready to shape the next phase of a highly successful, fast‑growing wealth management firm?

Our client is a collegiate, well‑run advisory business with £450m AUM, on track to exceed £500m next year. With 570 loyal clients, £5m turnover, and 40% profitability, the firm is positioned for its biggest evolution yet—including launching its own Discretionary Fund Management (DFM) proposition.

They’re now seeking a Commercial Director / Head of Growth & Strategy: a senior leader who can partner with the CEO to drive growth, enhance performance, and prepare the firm for long‑term employee ownership.

Please contact Sam at Financial Divisions for more information for this role, thank you.