Head of Finance - Capital Maintenance & Asset

Anglian Water Group; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company is seeking a Head of Finance for Capital Maintenance & Asset to shape financial strategy for a £7bn investment programme. This high-profile role involves leading a finance team, driving commercial leadership, and ensuring value for money and regulatory compliance. Join us to help shape the future of water infrastructure in the UK.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Car Allowance

Personal private health care

Life cover - 8x annual salary

Competitive pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level experience in finance.
• Proven track record in regulated or infrastructure businesses with capital investment.
• Experience of leading teams and influencing at Board-level.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and performance for major capital programmes.
• Act as trusted advisor to Executive Directors.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

S4 Hana

Ariba

Job description

Head of Finance - Capital Maintenance & Asset

c£112k per annum dependent on skills and experience

37 hours per week

Permanent

Location: Huntingdon

Are you a commercially astute finance leader ready to shape the future of capital investment in the water sector? We are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance for Capital Maintenance & Asset to lead financial strategy and performance across a record-breaking £7bn investment programme.

This is a high-profile role, partnering with two Executive Directors and influencing decisions that will shape infrastructure delivery through to 2040. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring value for money, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability, while leading a growing team of finance professionals.

In this role, you will:

• Act as trusted advisor to Executive Directors for Strategic Delivery and Asset Management
• Lead financial planning and performance for major capital programmes, including two reservoir projects and a major growth scheme
• Provide strategic insight and reporting to the Executive Committee, Board, and investors
• Oversee forecasting, financial control, and investment governance across capital portfolios
• Drive commercial leadership in procurement, co-investment, and alliance partnerships
• Own risk management processes and ensure regulatory assurance
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team, aligned to business transformation and growth

We're looking for someone with:

• Qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with extensive senior-level experience
• Proven track record in regulated or infrastructure-based businesses with large-scale capital investment
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in complex investment decision-making
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including Board-level engagement
• Experience working in matrix environments and leading through both direct and virtual teams
• Strong people leadership with the ability to grow/develop a team of financial professionals
• A strategic thinker with a passion for performance, insight, and transformation
• Experience of S4 Hana/Ariba would be desirable
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and capital efficiency tracking

As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to:

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (with flexibility for religious holidays)
• Car Allowance
• Personal private health care
• Life cover - 8x annual salary
• Competitive pension scheme - we double-match your contributions up to 6%
• Annual bonus scheme and lifestyle benefits

Why Join Us?

We're more than a water company - we're a purpose-led organisation committed to environmental sustainability, innovation, and delivering long-term value for our customers and communities. Join us and help shape the future of water infrastructure in the UK

Closing date: 23 July 2025