Head of Treasury Operations

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK organisation is looking for a Head of Treasury Operations to manage liquidity and cash management, drive transformation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The role involves strategic planning, internal and external collaboration, and overseeing Treasury Operations costs. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Treasury operations and a finance background, with strong leadership and communication skills. This is a senior leadership role that offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Dynamic team environment

Significant exposure to strategic decision-making

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading Treasury operations in a busy Treasury or Finance team.
• Experience delivering new Treasury, Finance, and payment systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory, policy, and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Treasury Operations, fostering a culture of accountability and professional development.
• Oversee Treasury's contribution to budgeting and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage relationships with professional advisors, lenders, and financial institutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

IT Skills (Advanced Excel)

Education

AMCT or ACCA

Tools

Treasury Management Systems

Finance management software

Job description

The Head of Treasury Operations will lead the Group Treasury Operations function, ensuring liquidity, robust cash management, accurate reporting, and compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. The role also drives transformation, system improvements, and continuous development of the Treasury team to enhance financial resilience and service delivery.

Client Details

My client is a leading UK organisation committed to financial resilience, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality services. They value leadership, inclusion, and continuous improvement, offering a culture that fosters professional development and strategic impact for senior finance and treasury professionals.

Description

The Head of Treasury Operations will lead the Group Treasury Operations function, ensuring optimal liquidity, robust cash management, accurate treasury reporting, and compliance with covenants, policies, and regulatory requirements. The role drives transformation and continuous improvement to enhance financial resilience, service delivery, and internal stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management
  • Lead Treasury Operations, providing direction, coaching, and support to foster a culture of accountability and professional development.
  • Develop and deliver Treasury Operations actions aligned with the Group Financial Plan and Treasury Plan.
  • Represent Treasury in leadership forums and deputise for the Director as required.
• Strategy & Objectives
  • Lead short-term cashflow forecasting and cash management, providing strategic insights to maintain liquidity and long-term sustainability.
  • Review subsidiary business plans to ensure funding adequacy and optimal cash utilisation.
  • Oversee Treasury's contribution to budgeting and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Manage payment and clearing systems, leading improvements to enhance internal controls and service delivery.
  • Ensure Treasury transactions are accurately reflected in management accounts and statutory reports.
• Internal Collaboration
  • Work with colleagues across the organisation to integrate Treasury Operations into business planning and reporting.
• External Collaboration
  • Lead relationships with professional advisors, lenders, and financial institutions, negotiating terms and ensuring value for money.
• Budgetary Responsibility
  • Accountable for accurate forecasting and delivery of Treasury Operations costs within budget.
• Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with funding covenants, accounting standards, regulatory reporting, and internal approvals.
• Records & Systems
  • Act as data owner for Treasury Management Systems (TMS) and related Finance systems.
  • Lead updates to systems to improve controls and service delivery.
• Risk Management
  • Lead quarterly risk reviews, maintain risk registers, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee development and implementation of Treasury policies and procedures, delivering training for consistent application.

Profile

Qualifications: AMCT or ACCA (or equivalent)

Experience:

• Proven track record leading Treasury operations in a busy Treasury or Finance team.
• Experience delivering new Treasury, Finance, and payment systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory, policy, and accounting standards.
• Housing association or similar sector experience desirable.
• Leadership:Experienced in managing direct and indirect reports, coaching for success, and inspiring teams to deliver strategic objectives.
• Comfortable working in a matrix environment.
• Finance & Commercial Skills:
  • Strategic thinker able to horizon-scan, assess risks, and drive operational excellence.
• Communication & Influencing:
  • Strong stakeholder management, able to build trusted relationships and influence effectively.
• Organisational Skills:
  • Capable of delivering complex strategic plans and using data-driven decision-making.
• IT Skills:
  • Proficient in MS Office (advanced Excel), Treasury and Finance systems, and finance management software.

Job Offer

A senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape Treasury Operations within a high-impact, forward-thinking organisation. The role comes with competitive remuneration, a dynamic team environment, and significant exposure to strategic decision-making, process transformation, and professional development.