Finance and Commercial Director

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Commercial in Cardiff. This pivotal role involves providing strategic leadership across financial, commercial, and economic activities within a public sector environment. Candidates should have senior financial leadership experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and be a fully qualified accountant. The role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive contract rate of £900 - £950 per day.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in value for money and strategic planning.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams through change.
• Strong negotiation skills in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive Team.
• Lead Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions.
• Oversee statutory reporting and ensure compliance.

Skills

Senior financial leadership

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Commercial acumen

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent)

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Finance and Commercial Director, Cardiff

Client: Vital Human Resources Ltd

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

Job Description:

Director of Finance and Commercial
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid 2/3 days per week in office)
Contract Length: 6 months
Contract rate: £900 - £950 per day umbrella

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Commercial to provide strategic leadership across financial, commercial, and economic activities. This is a pivotal role during a period of transformation, ensuring robust financial stewardship, governance, and value-for-money decision-making at board level.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Senior financial leadership in complex environments (public sector preferred).
• Proven track record in financial management, value for money, and strategic planning.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams through change and influencing at board level.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills in high-pressure settings.
• Expertise in public sector financial control, Managing Public Money, and high-value procurement.
• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with ongoing professional development.
• Experience in risk management, corporate assurance, or efficiency target delivery.
• Commercial acumen aligned with public sector best practices.

You will need for the Director of Finance & Commercial:

• Lead Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and government standards (e.g., Managing Public Money).
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive Team, including spending reviews and fee assessments.
• Act as:
• Lead Executive for the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee
• Full member of the Main Board
• Accountable Executive for risk management and corporate assurance
• Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee and Commercial Assurance Panel
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, procurement strategies, and service delivery.
• Champion evidence-based decision-making for major investments and initiatives.
• Strengthen stakeholder relationships with government bodies to support financial and investment decisions.
• Oversee statutory reporting, including annual reports and accounts.

FOR A CONFIDENTIAL CHAT PLEASE CALL Linda on 07764808168 or just apply.

The partnering concept promoted by Vital means that we work together with candidates and clients to achieve your career and recruitment objectives. For clients, the result is cost-effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment, and retention far easier.

For candidates, it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals.

Our commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service.