Group Finance Leader — Scale & Transform

Sports Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Legend is hiring a Group Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance Director. You will lead a 25+ person, multi-location finance team covering Financial Reporting, AP, AR, Treasury and Payroll, balancing strategic direction with hands-on execution.

Post-acquisition dynamics require strengthening controls, standardising processes, and building a scalable organisation across Legend and Genius Sports Group. Experience in transformation is essential.

Qualifications

• ACA/ICAS/ACCA qualification with significant post-qualified experience in senior finance leadership roles.
• Proven ability to lead a large, multi-location finance function.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 25+ person finance team across Reporting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Treasury and Payroll.
• Shape and implement a scalable operating model with strong controls.
• Drive end-to-end redesign of core finance processes with automation and data quality improvements.
• Partner with senior stakeholders and align with Genius Sports Group requirements.

Skills

ACA/ICAS/ACCA

Job description

Legend is hiring a Group Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance Director. You will lead a 25+ person, multi-location finance team covering Financial Reporting, AP, AR, Treasury and Payroll, balancing strategic direction with hands-on execution.

Post-acquisition dynamics require strengthening controls, standardising processes, and building a scalable organisation across Legend and Genius Sports Group. Experience in transformation is essential.