Head of Finance / CFO - £120,000 + Equity (Hybrid/Remote Flexibility) - UK

Superstars; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ag-tech company is seeking a Head of Finance/CFO to drive financial strategy and investor relations, crucial for their upcoming Series A funding. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in financial leadership within SaaS or Tech environments. This full-time position offers the chance to shape a mission-driven organization, with a strong focus on sustainability in food systems and technology, based in London, England.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader in a SaaS, Tech, or ClimateTech environment.
• Track record of raising investment and managing relationships with VCs or private equity.
• Experience navigating early-stage to Series A/B funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategy for Series A fundraising and global scaling.
• Build investor engagement and relationships with sustainability-driven investors.
• Oversee forecasting, budgets, and performance metrics across the business.

Skills

Funding acquisition

Collaboration with VCs

Financial strategy development

Analytical skills

Leadership in fast-paced environments

Understanding of global finance

Job description

Head of Finance / CFO - £120,000 + Equity (Hybrid/Remote Flexibility) - UK

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Head of Finance / Chief Financial Officer - United Kingdom (Hybrid / Remote flexibility)

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Industry – Technology for a Healthier Planet

My client, a farm intelligence company that arm farmers with unstoppable intelligence to shape a healthier planet, is looking for a Head of Finance or CFO to join their Leadership team.

They are redefining how farms operate by turning data into confident, profitable, and sustainable decisions. Their platform connects the dots—from soil to system—helping farmers see what’s working, fix what’s not, and plan for what’s next. In a world flooded with information, BX transforms complexity into clarity, empowering farms to grow stronger every season.

They don’t just build software; they build farm intelligence ecosystems that help producers, partners, and investors make data‑driven decisions that create measurable outcomes for profitability, resilience, and the planet.

This company is now recognized as a global leader in sustainable ag-tech, working with forward‑thinking partners including Walmart, Heineken, Microsoft, and Costco. With their AI‑driven platform, SAM (Strategic Ag Manager), the company is transforming farming from reactive to predictive—empowering growers to become architects of the world’s next food and climate systems.

The Opportunity

They are seeking a Head of Finance or CFO to join the leadership team at a pivotal moment in their journey — as they prepare for Series A funding (£15M) and accelerate growth across technology, operations, and sustainability partnerships.

You’ll work closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive financial strategy, investor relations, and long‑term value creation while staying true to the company’s purpose‑driven mission of planetary restoration.

This is more than a numbers role — it’s an opportunity to shape a company that’s redefining how food systems, technology, and climate action intersect.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute BX’s financial strategy to support Series A fundraising, growth, and global scaling.
• Investor Relations: Alongside the CEO, build investor engagement and develop trusted relationships with VCs, impact funds, and sustainability‑driven investors.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee forecasting, budgets, and performance metrics to ensure clarity and accountability across the business.
• Governance & Compliance: Implement scalable financial systems and controls, ensuring BX is investment‑ready for Series A, B, and beyond.
• Team & Culture: Build a high‑performing, values‑aligned finance function that thrives in a mission‑led, fast‑paced environment.
• Collaboration: Partner with the CEO and cross‑functional leaders in Tech, Product, and Sustainability to align finance with strategic goals.

About You

You’re a finance leader who thrives at the intersection of growth, purpose, and innovation. You have experience navigating early‑stage to Series A/B funding and understand how to align investor expectations with long‑term mission impact.

You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader in a SaaS, Tech, or ClimateTech environment.
• Track record of raising investment and managing relationships with VCs or private equity.
• Deep understanding of scaling financial operations in high‑growth, purpose‑led organisations.
• Global financial understanding to operate a group structure that is based in the UK, but has subsidiaries across the world.
• A collaborative, transparent leadership style with a passion for sustainability and impact.
• Strategic thinking balanced with hands‑on execution and strong analytical capability.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology and Finance

Industries

Technology, Information and Media

Location

London, England, United Kingdom