Director of Finance

Odgers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Odgers seeks an exceptional Director of Finance to join its senior leadership team during a pivotal period of growth and modernization. This role supports major infrastructure investments and high-profile events, guiding financial strategy and governance for a renowned institution.

The Director of Finance will challenge and influence decision-making at the highest levels, providing commercial insight and cross-functional leadership across investment, risk, and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Qualified chartered accountant with senior finance leadership experience.
• Experience in governance, procurement, risk management and sustainability.
• Ability to influence executive decision-making at the highest levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to the organization.
• Partner with the Chief Executive, Trustees and senior leaders.
• Oversee investment strategy, governance, procurement, risk and sustainability.
• Lead change initiatives within a complex, heritage-rich institution.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Senior finance leader

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Change leadership

Education

Chartered Accountant qualification

Job description

The client is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join its senior leadership team during a pivotal period of development and growth. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the future direction of an organization with significant heritage and a global profile. The position will support the organization as it undertakes major infrastructure investments, continues its modernization efforts, and prepares for high-profile events in the coming years.

The Director of Finance will serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Executive, Trustees, and other senior leaders, providing commercial insight and guidance across areas such as investment, financial strategy, governance, procurement, risk management, and organizational sustainability. This role extends beyond traditional finance responsibilities, requiring the ability to challenge and influence decision-making at the highest levels.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified chartered accountant with proven experience as a senior finance leader. Strong financial stewardship, commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the capability to lead change within a complex organization are essential attributes. This position presents a unique opportunity for a finance professional to play a key role in shaping the future of a renowned institution.