Finance Director: Strategy, Growth & Governance Leader

Luton Borough; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Luton Rising is seeking a Director of Finance to join the Executive Leadership Team. You will provide strategic financial, commercial and governance leadership, reporting to the Managing Director and leading Finance, Aviation, Risk and Audit functions. Drive investment decisions, treasury strategy and partnerships to maximise value for Luton Borough Council.

The role combines financial excellence with social and economic impact, requiring CCAB qualification and strong board-level influence.

Qualifications

• CCAB-qualified accountant with membership in a CCAB body.
• Proven senior financial leadership experience.
• Experience in governance, risk management and audit.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance, Aviation, Risk and Audit functions.
• Provide strategic financial, commercial and governance leadership.
• Oversee funding, treasury strategy and major investments.
• Drive commercial partnerships and airport concession performance.
• Guide risk management and future infrastructure development.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Board-level influence

Stakeholder relations

Commercial acumen

People leadership

Education

CCAB qualified accountant

Job description

Luton Rising is seeking a Director of Finance to join the Executive Leadership Team. You will provide strategic financial, commercial and governance leadership, reporting to the Managing Director and leading Finance, Aviation, Risk and Audit functions. Drive investment decisions, treasury strategy and partnerships to maximise value for Luton Borough Council.

The role combines financial excellence with social and economic impact, requiring CCAB qualification and strong board-level influence.