Transformation Director (Finance) Transformation Director (Finance)

The Crown Estate; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK public body is seeking a Transformation Director (Finance) to lead a comprehensive transformation initiative. You will shape how Finance operates and collaborates, with a focus on ERP integration and enhancing business value through strategic change leadership. This role requires extensive experience in driving large transformations and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading enterprise-wide transformation programmes.
• Strong understanding of finance processes and technology.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a transformation strategy for Finance.
• Lead the Finance Transformation Office and define KPIs.
• Drive cultural change and build stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Strategic roadmap development

ERP integration

Change leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

We're embarking on a bold, multi-year transformation to reposition Finance as a strategic enabler of performance, innovation, and long-term value. As Transformation Director (Finance), you'll lead the design, mobilisation, and delivery of this enterprise-wide programme, from ERP implementation to process redesign, impacting every part of the organisation. This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-profile transformation with Board visibility, cross-functional influence, and the support of leading consulting partners. You'll be at the heart of shaping how Finance operates, collaborates, and delivers value across the business.

What You'll Be Driving

1. Strategic Roadmap: Develop and deliver a transformation strategy covering ERP integration, enterprise data, automation, and service design.
2. Technology & Process Enablement: Champion simplification, standardisation, and automation to improve scalability, efficiency, and user experience.
3. Governance & Delivery: Lead the Finance Transformation Office, embedding robust governance, risk management, and benefit realisation frameworks.
4. Performance & Value: Define and track KPIs to measure improvements in cost efficiency, resilience, and service quality.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with the CFO and Finance Leadership Team, engaging across senior leadership to ensure alignment and momentum.
6. Change Leadership: Drive cultural and behavioural change through inclusive leadership, structured communications, and stakeholder-centric design.
7. Capability Building: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, digital fluency, and cross-functional collaboration.