Director, Commercial Finance - Tech

Liberty Global; Ulceby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Director. This role involves owning end-to-end financial performance, leading a high-performing finance team, and driving strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in financial management. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including annual leave and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary + Bonus

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing and mental health benefits

Matched pension contribution

Car benefit scheme

Online learning platform access

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role with P&L ownership.
• Strong ability to lead high-performing teams.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Own financial performance for Liberty Tech, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Act as primary finance contact for Tech leadership.

Skills

Financial acumen

Leadership skills

Agility in change management

Project management

Financial modeling

Education

CIMA, ACCA, ACA qualification

Tools

Oracle

HFM

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

What will you be doing?

• Own end-to-end financial performance for Liberty Tech, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and risk management.

• Partner with Tech MDs and VPs to deliver revenue, cost, and capex targets, and identify growth and efficiency opportunities.

• Lead and develop a high-performing Finance team, fostering collaboration, performance, and accountability.

• Shape and deliver strategic initiatives, business cases, and transformation projects.

• Establish strong financial governance, ensuring process efficiency and compliance.

• Act as the primary finance contact for the CTO and Tech leadership, providing actionable insights and challenge.

• Deputize for the VP of Finance and represent Finance across senior leadership forums.

We tend to look for people with:

• Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior Finance Business Partner owning a P&L or leading major financial outcomes.

• Exceptional commercial acumen and ability to quickly understand commercial drivers.

• Strong leadership capabilities, with proven ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.

• Comfortable working in an agile, commercially led environment, able to juggle multiple priorities and adapt to constant change.

• Track record of driving, project managing, and implementing transformational change programs.

• Exceptional grasp of financials, forecasting, and forward planning, with the ability to articulate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

• Pragmatic and results-driven, with a strong ability to work with senior leadership and across departments.

• Highly skilled in financial modelling and advanced Excel/PowerPoint, with experience using financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Smartview, HFM) and AI tools to drive efficiency.

• Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent), with experience in commercial finance and FP&A.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + Bonus

• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more

• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance

• Matched pension contribution up to 10%

• Access to our car benefit scheme

• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us

• The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

Who we are:

Join Liberty Global and Shape Tomorrow’s Connections Today!

At Liberty Global, we connect people through cutting-edge technology. As a world leader in broadband, video, and mobile communications, we invest infibre and 5G networks, providing over 85 millionfixed and mobileconnectionsthroughleading brands,such as Virgin Media O2, VodafoneZiggo, and Telenet. OurVentures portfolio has strategic stakes inover 75 companies in content, tech, and infrastructure, including ITV, Formula E, AtlasEdge, and Egg. We prioritize diversity, equity, and sustainability, using technology for good. If you're entrepreneurial and thrive on challenges, join our high-performing team.

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.