Director of Finance and IT

Allen Lane Interim and Permanent Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Director of Finance and IT to strengthen systems and lead technology transformation. You will work closely with senior leadership, overseeing financial operations and IT strategy in a collaborative, values-driven context. This hybrid role will allow you to have a direct impact on improving processes and driving efficiency within the organization. A passion for mission-driven work and a hands-on approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced in strategic financial leadership and operational improvement.
• Skilled in automation and process streaming.
• Comfortable managing IT, risk, compliance, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement future strategies for finance and IT.
• Oversee technology transformation plans for effective operations.
• Collaborate with the CEO and Board to strengthen organizational systems.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Hands-on leadership

Detail-oriented

Process improvement

Curiosity

Job description

Director of Finance and IT

London (Camden), Hybrid working
Salary £90,000
Full time (37.5 hours) or 4 days per week considered

Thomson Foundation is an independent, globally respected organisation with over 60 years experience supporting free, ethical and trusted journalism around the world. At a time when reliable information has never mattered more, Thomson's work is both impactful and deeply values-driven.

They are now seeking a Director of Finance and IT to join the senior leadership team at an exciting point in the organisation's evolution.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior finance leader who enjoys combining strategic leadership while also providing hands on support. You will work closely with the CEO, Board and senior colleagues to shape future strategy, while also getting into the detail to understand how things work today and where they can be improved tomorrow.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy making your mark: strengthening systems, improving automation, streamlining processes and building robust, proportionate controls that suit a small, international organisation. This is not a role where you sit at arm's length from the detail; you will be curious, practical and comfortable rolling up your sleeves, whether that is reviewing processes, posting journals, improving reporting or driving smarter use of technology.

Alongside financial leadership, you will oversee IT, risk, compliance and governance across the Thomson Group, working with outsourced providers and internal colleagues to ensure systems are secure, efficient and fit for purpose. You will play a key role in delivering the Finance and Technology Transformation Plan, helping the organisation operate more effectively and sustainably as it continues to grow and adapt.

Thomson has a small, welcoming team and a collaborative, non-hierarchical culture. You will be joining an organisation where people are trusted, ideas are welcomed and impact really matters. The role is based in Camden, with hybrid working two days per week in the office.

This role will suit someone who is:

• Equally comfortable thinking strategically and working hands on
• Motivated by improving systems, automation and ways of working
• Curious, detail‑oriented and happy to implement change
• Values‑led and excited by working in a mission-driven, international charity

If you are looking for a senior leadership role where you can genuinely influence, improve and help shape the future of a highly respected organisation, this is an outstanding opportunity.

How to Apply

For more information, please contact Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane who is supporting on this role and happy to answer any questions.

Please apply by sending CV and supporting statement before 1st February.