Head of Internal Audit Caerphilly- Head Office The Head of Internal Audit serves as the chief assurance officer for the organisation, providing independent and objective evaluations of the company's governance, risk management, internal controls within business financial and operational processes. Reporting directly to the CFO of phs Group, this role provides assurance that design and operational effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls are robust, effective, and aligned with best practice standards. In addition, the role holds accountability to the Bidvest Services International executive team as well as the Bidvest Group Audit Committee, delivering transparent reporting and insights that support group-level governance and strategic oversight. The Head of Internal Audit is pivotal in safeguarding organisational integrity, promoting ethical conduct, and driving continuous improvement across all business units. Key Responsibilities Group Audit Leadership & Strategy Leading the internal audit function, developing and delivering on the annual audit plan. Develop and deliver a risk-based internal audit plan aligned to phs Group objectives. Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management and controls. Deliver clear and commercially practical audit findings to the phs Exec team and the Bidvest Audit Committee. Ensure adherence to IIA UK Standards. Audit Delivery Across Complex Operations Oversee audits spanning operations, sales frameworks, payroll, HR, finance, procurement, IT, and H&S. Lead audits related to high-risk areas including fleet, stock, contract management, and revenue assurance. Ensure high-quality, well-evidenced audits with practical recommendations. Governance, Risk & Compliance Advise the phs Exec team and Bidvest Bidvest Audit Committee on risk exposure and control effectiveness. Strengthen risk management frameworks and assurance mapping. Coordinate with external auditors and regulators. Leadership & People Management Lead, coach and develop the internal audit team. Promote independence, integrity and professional curiosity. Drive consistent methodology and quality standards. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Build relationships across operations, commercial, HR, finance and IT. Present insights and recommendations to the phs Exec team and Bidvest Audit Committee. Influence decision-making to strengthen governance. Critical Competencies for Success Commercial Acumen & Risk Judgement Sound financial awareness, balanced, risk-informed decision-making. Influencing & Constructive Challenge Builds strong relationships and confidently challenges assumptions to drive better outcomes. Analytical & Communication Excellence Advanced analysis of complex issues; communicates findings clearly and persuasively to diverse stakeholders. Integrity & Professional Standards Operates with the highest levels of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism. Strategic Insight & Impact Translates strategic thinking into actionable recommendations enhancing governance. Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA qualified, leadership of internal audit functions in our multisite organisations, operational and financial control knowledge, experience influencing Audit & Risk Committees, proven success in strengthening governance and embedding best practice. In return for your commitment and expertise, you will benefit from: A competitive salary in a full-time position Company car or car allowance Great opportunities to develop your career 25 days holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays Buy / Sell holiday scheme Amazing employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with Free Parking onsite so no parking costs Community day off to work for a local community or charity Access to Virtual GP for you and your family Other benefits such as improved parental and paternity leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, tech purchase scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply Now. About us phs Group was founded in 1963 and we are the leading provider for Hygiene Services in the UK, Spain and Ireland. We have over 120,000 customers across 300,000 locations incorporating numerous businesses during its 62 years of business. At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Internal Audit Caerphilly- Head Office The Head of Internal Audit serves as the chief assurance officer for the organisation, providing independent and objective evaluations of the company's governance, risk management, internal controls within business financial and operational processes. Reporting directly to the CFO of phs Group, this role provides assurance that design and operational effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls are robust, effective, and aligned with best practice standards. In addition, the role holds accountability to the Bidvest Services International executive team as well as the Bidvest Group Audit Committee, delivering transparent reporting and insights that support group-level governance and strategic oversight. The Head of Internal Audit is pivotal in safeguarding organisational integrity, promoting ethical conduct, and driving continuous improvement across all business units. Key Responsibilities Group Audit Leadership & Strategy Leading the internal audit function, developing and delivering on the annual audit plan. Develop and deliver a risk-based internal audit plan aligned to phs Group objectives. Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management and controls. Deliver clear and commercially practical audit findings to the phs Exec team and the Bidvest Audit Committee. Ensure adherence to IIA UK Standards. Audit Delivery Across Complex Operations Oversee audits spanning operations, sales frameworks, payroll, HR, finance, procurement, IT, and H&S. Lead audits related to high-risk areas including fleet, stock, contract management, and revenue assurance. Ensure high-quality, well-evidenced audits with practical recommendations. Governance, Risk & Compliance Advise the phs Exec team and Bidvest Bidvest Audit Committee on risk exposure and control effectiveness. Strengthen risk management frameworks and assurance mapping. Coordinate with external auditors and regulators. Leadership & People Management Lead, coach and develop the internal audit team. Promote independence, integrity and professional curiosity. Drive consistent methodology and quality standards. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Build relationships across operations, commercial, HR, finance and IT. Present insights and recommendations to the phs Exec team and Bidvest Audit Committee. Influence decision-making to strengthen governance. Critical Competencies for Success Commercial Acumen & Risk Judgement Sound financial awareness, balanced, risk-informed decision-making. Influencing & Constructive Challenge Builds strong relationships and confidently challenges assumptions to drive better outcomes. Analytical & Communication Excellence Advanced analysis of complex issues; communicates findings clearly and persuasively to diverse stakeholders. Integrity & Professional Standards Operates with the highest levels of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism. Strategic Insight & Impact Translates strategic thinking into actionable recommendations enhancing governance. Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA qualified, leadership of internal audit functions in our multisite organisations, operational and financial control knowledge, experience influencing Audit & Risk Committees, proven success in strengthening governance and embedding best practice. In return for your commitment and expertise, you will benefit from: A competitive salary in a full-time position Company car or car allowance Great opportunities to develop your career 25 days holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays Buy / Sell holiday scheme Amazing employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with Free Parking onsite so no parking costs Community day off to work for a local community or charity Access to Virtual GP for you and your family Other benefits such as improved parental and paternity leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, tech purchase scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply Now. About us phs Group was founded in 1963 and we are the leading provider for Hygiene Services in the UK, Spain and Ireland. We have over 120,000 customers across 300,000 locations incorporating numerous businesses during its 62 years of business. At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.
Salary: £65k circa depending on experience Location: Agile blend of homeworking and time in the Coventry Housemark Hub We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our finance function. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, maintaining full statutory compliance, and strengthening internal controls across the organisation. As a key leader within the finance team, you will oversee all accounting operations, manage audit and tax activities, and ensure our financial systems, policies, and processes fully support Housemark's strategic ambitions Success in this role requires hands-on expertise within SME environments and experience gained within a professional services or Saas organisation , where adaptability, resourcefulness, and the ability to design and enhance fit-for-purpose financial controls are essential. You will thrive in a growing organisation where continuous improvement, collaboration, and problem-solving are part of everyday life. Who We Are Housemark is a leading data insights provider to the social housing sector. We empower Housing Associations and Local Councils with industry-leading data insights that help them enhance performance, improve operations, and deliver higher levels of tenant satisfaction. With ambitious growth plans over the next three years, including the launch of a next-generation data analytics platform, this is an exciting time to join us. You will play a central role in supporting our mission to help organisations across the sector use data more intelligently to drive meaningful, measurable improvements. Staff benefits include: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday leave Social Housing Pension Scheme - defined contribution scheme Optional private medical insurance Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Access to an online learning platform Volunteering days On site free parking when attending the Coventry office
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Salary: £65k circa depending on experience Location: Agile blend of homeworking and time in the Coventry Housemark Hub We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our finance function. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, maintaining full statutory compliance, and strengthening internal controls across the organisation. As a key leader within the finance team, you will oversee all accounting operations, manage audit and tax activities, and ensure our financial systems, policies, and processes fully support Housemark's strategic ambitions Success in this role requires hands-on expertise within SME environments and experience gained within a professional services or Saas organisation , where adaptability, resourcefulness, and the ability to design and enhance fit-for-purpose financial controls are essential. You will thrive in a growing organisation where continuous improvement, collaboration, and problem-solving are part of everyday life. Who We Are Housemark is a leading data insights provider to the social housing sector. We empower Housing Associations and Local Councils with industry-leading data insights that help them enhance performance, improve operations, and deliver higher levels of tenant satisfaction. With ambitious growth plans over the next three years, including the launch of a next-generation data analytics platform, this is an exciting time to join us. You will play a central role in supporting our mission to help organisations across the sector use data more intelligently to drive meaningful, measurable improvements. Staff benefits include: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday leave Social Housing Pension Scheme - defined contribution scheme Optional private medical insurance Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Access to an online learning platform Volunteering days On site free parking when attending the Coventry office
Virtus Data Centres Ltd
City Of Westminster, London
About VIRTUS VIRTUS Data Centres is a trusted provider of critical digital infrastructure across the UK and Europe. With a strong UK foundation and a rapidly expanding European presence, we design, build, own, and operate resilient, secure, and energy efficient data centres for some of the world's leading organisations. Established in the UK, VIRTUS has built a market leading portfolio across London's key availability zones and continues to invest significantly in the domestic market. Building on this success, we expanded into continental Europe in 2023, launching our first campuses in Berlin and accelerating growth across strategic European locations through 2026 and beyond. Our ambition is to play a key role in enabling the next generation of digital infrastructure, delivering sustainable and innovative solutions while living our core values of Care, Helpful, Pride, Reliability, and Dedication. Job Summary Lead the Tax function for the VIRTUS Group, ensuring the function is strategically focused and operationally robust to support the Group's growth and move towards digital transformation. Own the design and implementation and enforcement of internal processes and controls across the function. This should include development and implementation of appropriate SOPs to support scalable, repeatable processes across the Group's expanding footprint. Duties and Responsibilities Tax Function Tax Strategy & Advisory Development and implementation of a comprehensive tax strategy for VIRTUS which address both tax opportunity and risk including specifics around BEPS and international developments, long term IPO/SOX readiness, use of technology, tax processes and controls, and engagement with various tax authorities. In relation to the Group's continued expansion plans: Lead on the continued development of a suitable holding structures from both a tax and funding perspective. Lead on the tax structuring for specific target acquisitions and broader transaction execution. Determine if appropriate to engage external advisers, setting and managing the associated budgets, and ensuring tracking and successful delivery on specific tasks and projects. Strategically monitor the impact of losses, capital allowances and tax deductibility of interest on the timeline for moving into a corporation tax paying position. Demonstrate broader awareness beyond pure taxation matters to ensure commercial and financial implications are considered in all projects, commercial and investment decisions. Including working with the wider business (legal, sales, business development) to provide tax input on commercial contracts. Monitor all UK & EMEA tax announcements and new legislation, to assess impact and keep all stakeholders updated. Tax Reporting & Compliance Establish and maintain a robust tax control framework, including documentation of key processes and controls aligned with HMRC's Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) requirements. Serve as the subject matter expert and provide comprehensive guidance on all taxation matters within the Group, including corporation tax, employment taxes, VAT, withholding taxes, property taxes including business rates, share reporting, international and cross border matters. Manage relationships with tax authorities and external advisors. Oversee tax compliance and reporting across jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy in financial systems and alignment with local regulations. Work closely with the wider finance team (specifically FR&C and FP&A) to ensure the development of accurate tax accounting processes, including tax provision work, reporting, budgeting and forecasting particularly as the Group moves towards a tax paying position. Ownership of all tax risk management (under the SAO regime and broader re UTPs and CCO), control frameworks and the associated internal and external tax reporting as well as influencing the behaviours across the wider business. Staff Responsibilities Lead, develop and grow a team of tax specialists. Foster a high performance culture aligned with Group values. Identify and communicate strengths in team members and ensure their development plans are implemented. Any other reasonable requests made by your line manager. Qualifications: Essential: Bachelor's degree in accountancy or its equivalent. ACA/CTA qualified or equivalent. Experience: Essential: 10 years + of solid and demonstratable relevant tax experience. Desirable: Experience in a Big 4/10 accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation. Accounting software experience. Skills: Essential: Proficient in MS Office. Highly organised. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Self motivated with great attention to detail and demonstrates strong ownership of tasks. In line with VIRTUS' Vetting Policy, the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a BS7858 screening process. VIRTUS is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment. We reserve the right to close this post for applications should sufficient applications be received. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully VIRTUS Data Centres does not accept unsolicited support from search firms for employment openings. CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any VIRTUS employee without an active, written search agreement for a specified role will become the property of VIRTUS. No fees will be paid for candidates hired from agency submissions made without such an agreement. Existing agency partnerships must adhere to position specific terms outlined in their agreements. Please refrain from calling or emailing regarding this matter.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
About VIRTUS VIRTUS Data Centres is a trusted provider of critical digital infrastructure across the UK and Europe. With a strong UK foundation and a rapidly expanding European presence, we design, build, own, and operate resilient, secure, and energy efficient data centres for some of the world's leading organisations. Established in the UK, VIRTUS has built a market leading portfolio across London's key availability zones and continues to invest significantly in the domestic market. Building on this success, we expanded into continental Europe in 2023, launching our first campuses in Berlin and accelerating growth across strategic European locations through 2026 and beyond. Our ambition is to play a key role in enabling the next generation of digital infrastructure, delivering sustainable and innovative solutions while living our core values of Care, Helpful, Pride, Reliability, and Dedication. Job Summary Lead the Tax function for the VIRTUS Group, ensuring the function is strategically focused and operationally robust to support the Group's growth and move towards digital transformation. Own the design and implementation and enforcement of internal processes and controls across the function. This should include development and implementation of appropriate SOPs to support scalable, repeatable processes across the Group's expanding footprint. Duties and Responsibilities Tax Function Tax Strategy & Advisory Development and implementation of a comprehensive tax strategy for VIRTUS which address both tax opportunity and risk including specifics around BEPS and international developments, long term IPO/SOX readiness, use of technology, tax processes and controls, and engagement with various tax authorities. In relation to the Group's continued expansion plans: Lead on the continued development of a suitable holding structures from both a tax and funding perspective. Lead on the tax structuring for specific target acquisitions and broader transaction execution. Determine if appropriate to engage external advisers, setting and managing the associated budgets, and ensuring tracking and successful delivery on specific tasks and projects. Strategically monitor the impact of losses, capital allowances and tax deductibility of interest on the timeline for moving into a corporation tax paying position. Demonstrate broader awareness beyond pure taxation matters to ensure commercial and financial implications are considered in all projects, commercial and investment decisions. Including working with the wider business (legal, sales, business development) to provide tax input on commercial contracts. Monitor all UK & EMEA tax announcements and new legislation, to assess impact and keep all stakeholders updated. Tax Reporting & Compliance Establish and maintain a robust tax control framework, including documentation of key processes and controls aligned with HMRC's Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) requirements. Serve as the subject matter expert and provide comprehensive guidance on all taxation matters within the Group, including corporation tax, employment taxes, VAT, withholding taxes, property taxes including business rates, share reporting, international and cross border matters. Manage relationships with tax authorities and external advisors. Oversee tax compliance and reporting across jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy in financial systems and alignment with local regulations. Work closely with the wider finance team (specifically FR&C and FP&A) to ensure the development of accurate tax accounting processes, including tax provision work, reporting, budgeting and forecasting particularly as the Group moves towards a tax paying position. Ownership of all tax risk management (under the SAO regime and broader re UTPs and CCO), control frameworks and the associated internal and external tax reporting as well as influencing the behaviours across the wider business. Staff Responsibilities Lead, develop and grow a team of tax specialists. Foster a high performance culture aligned with Group values. Identify and communicate strengths in team members and ensure their development plans are implemented. Any other reasonable requests made by your line manager. Qualifications: Essential: Bachelor's degree in accountancy or its equivalent. ACA/CTA qualified or equivalent. Experience: Essential: 10 years + of solid and demonstratable relevant tax experience. Desirable: Experience in a Big 4/10 accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation. Accounting software experience. Skills: Essential: Proficient in MS Office. Highly organised. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Self motivated with great attention to detail and demonstrates strong ownership of tasks. In line with VIRTUS' Vetting Policy, the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a BS7858 screening process. VIRTUS is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment. We reserve the right to close this post for applications should sufficient applications be received. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully VIRTUS Data Centres does not accept unsolicited support from search firms for employment openings. CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any VIRTUS employee without an active, written search agreement for a specified role will become the property of VIRTUS. No fees will be paid for candidates hired from agency submissions made without such an agreement. Existing agency partnerships must adhere to position specific terms outlined in their agreements. Please refrain from calling or emailing regarding this matter.
Our client is seeking a Compliance Policy and Regulatory Engagement Lead based in Guernsey. The successful candidate will be employed on a full-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week. This dynamic role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations under the financial crime laws and regulations in Guernsey and Jersey. The candidate will lead and coach a compliance team while developing and maintaining the firm's compliance framework. This includes embedding technology to enhance the framework, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and managing relationships with the Jersey and Guernsey Financial Services Commissions. You will provide advisory support across various specialist risk and compliance areas and report directly to senior management. Job Duties Lead and coach a compliance team to develop, maintain, and implement the firm's compliance framework. Prepare, review, and submit regular annual/ad hoc reports to the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) and Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC). Manage communications with local regulators and ensure timely payment of regulatory fees. Coordinate regulatory visits by the GFSC and JFSC, responding to consultation papers as required. Oversee the preparation of the regular Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO) report. Ensure compliance logs, trackers, and registers remain up to date and are reviewed monthly. Conduct compliance analytics, ensuring the quality and reliability of data used for reporting. Support the execution of the AML/CFT/CPF-related training plan and communications strategy. Manage compliance projects, monitoring and reporting project status to stakeholders. Job Requirements A relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW) or equivalent. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a compliance role, preferably with knowledge of regulatory frameworks in the Channel Islands. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex legal documents and assess potential regulatory impacts. Proven experience in compliance monitoring, audit, or internal controls with a risk-based approach. Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to draft policies and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience in developing compliance training programs. Competency with compliance-related technologies and data management systems. What You'll Love Our client offers an engaging and supportive work environment where you can make a significant impact on compliance practices. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team and contribute to the development and execution of compliance initiatives. The role allows for professional growth and the chance to influence strategies that ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory standards. You will also benefit from occasional travel opportunities between Guernsey and Jersey, enhancing your understanding of compliance across different jurisdictions. Interested? Register today, confidentially, with one of our friendly and dedicated recruitment specialists by clicking here
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Our client is seeking a Compliance Policy and Regulatory Engagement Lead based in Guernsey. The successful candidate will be employed on a full-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week. This dynamic role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations under the financial crime laws and regulations in Guernsey and Jersey. The candidate will lead and coach a compliance team while developing and maintaining the firm's compliance framework. This includes embedding technology to enhance the framework, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and managing relationships with the Jersey and Guernsey Financial Services Commissions. You will provide advisory support across various specialist risk and compliance areas and report directly to senior management. Job Duties Lead and coach a compliance team to develop, maintain, and implement the firm's compliance framework. Prepare, review, and submit regular annual/ad hoc reports to the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) and Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC). Manage communications with local regulators and ensure timely payment of regulatory fees. Coordinate regulatory visits by the GFSC and JFSC, responding to consultation papers as required. Oversee the preparation of the regular Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO) report. Ensure compliance logs, trackers, and registers remain up to date and are reviewed monthly. Conduct compliance analytics, ensuring the quality and reliability of data used for reporting. Support the execution of the AML/CFT/CPF-related training plan and communications strategy. Manage compliance projects, monitoring and reporting project status to stakeholders. Job Requirements A relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW) or equivalent. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a compliance role, preferably with knowledge of regulatory frameworks in the Channel Islands. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex legal documents and assess potential regulatory impacts. Proven experience in compliance monitoring, audit, or internal controls with a risk-based approach. Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to draft policies and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience in developing compliance training programs. Competency with compliance-related technologies and data management systems. What You'll Love Our client offers an engaging and supportive work environment where you can make a significant impact on compliance practices. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team and contribute to the development and execution of compliance initiatives. The role allows for professional growth and the chance to influence strategies that ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory standards. You will also benefit from occasional travel opportunities between Guernsey and Jersey, enhancing your understanding of compliance across different jurisdictions. Interested? Register today, confidentially, with one of our friendly and dedicated recruitment specialists by clicking here
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for you to step into a pivotal senior leadership position as Interim Head of Financial Planning within Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. What you'll do: As Interim Head of Financial Planning, you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are executed with precision and transparency. Your ability to foster collaboration between directorates will be essential in driving forward continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery for residents. By developing forward-thinking financial strategies and maintaining strong governance frameworks, you will help secure sustainable funding streams while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Your expertise in stakeholder engagement will enable you to build productive relationships both internally and externally, empowering communities through coordinated service delivery. Ultimately, your success in this role will be measured by your capacity to deliver value for money solutions that underpin organisational resilience during periods of change. Lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering comprehensive financial planning, reporting, control, support, insight, and advice for stakeholders across the council. Oversee the development and implementation of the Medium-Term Financial Plan as well as annual budget setting processes and in-year budget monitoring activities. Provide expert support to the Section 151 Officer and Finance Leadership Team in achieving key financial objectives while maintaining commercial awareness on projects and partnerships. Shape strategic direction by contributing to the Corporate Plan and playing an integral role in delivering finance plans that align with organisational goals. Drive continuous service improvement by championing constructive scrutiny, promoting collaborative working practices across Finance teams and external stakeholders. Develop key financial strategies such as the Medium-Term Financial Strategy to ensure long-term sustainability and value for money. Maintain rigorous budgetary control systems that guarantee effective use of resources while supporting outcome-based commissioning initiatives. Promote good governance by ensuring integrity in financial systems through robust controls, accurate record-keeping, and timely reporting mechanisms. Engage proactively with senior stakeholders including partner organisations, government departments, suppliers, banks, brokers and represent the council on national or regional working groups. Lead complex negotiations on contracts and funding agreements under the direction of the Deputy Section 151 Officer while investigating innovative financing methodologies. What you bring: Demonstrated experience leading finance teams within large or complex organisations where advanced interpersonal skills have been used to inspire high performance levels among colleagues. Proven track record providing professional advice at a strategic level supporting decision-making processes through clear written and verbal communication. Extensive background in financial planning or strategy development including identifying funding sources, forecasting income streams, and managing budgets effectively. Ability to understand political processes alongside an appreciation for managing politically sensitive issues within local government environments. Experience translating strategic objectives into actionable operational targets while prioritising workloads under pressure in rapidly changing circumstances. Deep understanding of governance frameworks relevant to local government operations including laws, regulations, statutory reporting requirements and their practical application. Capability to lead change management initiatives aimed at enhancing departmental performance whilst promoting efficiency improvements across services. Commercial awareness applied to projects involving partner organisations; adept at negotiating complex agreements that secure funding or deliver value-added outcomes. Commitment to upholding equity, diversity, inclusion policies throughout all aspects of workforce planning and policy development activities. Possession of CCAB or equivalent professional financial accreditation demonstrating technical proficiency required for this senior post. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Mar 06, 2026
Seasonal
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for you to step into a pivotal senior leadership position as Interim Head of Financial Planning within Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. What you'll do: As Interim Head of Financial Planning, you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are executed with precision and transparency. Your ability to foster collaboration between directorates will be essential in driving forward continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery for residents. By developing forward-thinking financial strategies and maintaining strong governance frameworks, you will help secure sustainable funding streams while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Your expertise in stakeholder engagement will enable you to build productive relationships both internally and externally, empowering communities through coordinated service delivery. Ultimately, your success in this role will be measured by your capacity to deliver value for money solutions that underpin organisational resilience during periods of change. Lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering comprehensive financial planning, reporting, control, support, insight, and advice for stakeholders across the council. Oversee the development and implementation of the Medium-Term Financial Plan as well as annual budget setting processes and in-year budget monitoring activities. Provide expert support to the Section 151 Officer and Finance Leadership Team in achieving key financial objectives while maintaining commercial awareness on projects and partnerships. Shape strategic direction by contributing to the Corporate Plan and playing an integral role in delivering finance plans that align with organisational goals. Drive continuous service improvement by championing constructive scrutiny, promoting collaborative working practices across Finance teams and external stakeholders. Develop key financial strategies such as the Medium-Term Financial Strategy to ensure long-term sustainability and value for money. Maintain rigorous budgetary control systems that guarantee effective use of resources while supporting outcome-based commissioning initiatives. Promote good governance by ensuring integrity in financial systems through robust controls, accurate record-keeping, and timely reporting mechanisms. Engage proactively with senior stakeholders including partner organisations, government departments, suppliers, banks, brokers and represent the council on national or regional working groups. Lead complex negotiations on contracts and funding agreements under the direction of the Deputy Section 151 Officer while investigating innovative financing methodologies. What you bring: Demonstrated experience leading finance teams within large or complex organisations where advanced interpersonal skills have been used to inspire high performance levels among colleagues. Proven track record providing professional advice at a strategic level supporting decision-making processes through clear written and verbal communication. Extensive background in financial planning or strategy development including identifying funding sources, forecasting income streams, and managing budgets effectively. Ability to understand political processes alongside an appreciation for managing politically sensitive issues within local government environments. Experience translating strategic objectives into actionable operational targets while prioritising workloads under pressure in rapidly changing circumstances. Deep understanding of governance frameworks relevant to local government operations including laws, regulations, statutory reporting requirements and their practical application. Capability to lead change management initiatives aimed at enhancing departmental performance whilst promoting efficiency improvements across services. Commercial awareness applied to projects involving partner organisations; adept at negotiating complex agreements that secure funding or deliver value-added outcomes. Commitment to upholding equity, diversity, inclusion policies throughout all aspects of workforce planning and policy development activities. Possession of CCAB or equivalent professional financial accreditation demonstrating technical proficiency required for this senior post. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is transforming the region, driving economic growth, creating jobs, delivering new homes, and improving journeys. Central to our work is the West Midlands Growth Plan, launched by Mayor Richard Parker in 2025, a 10 year blueprint to boost prosperity, create high-quality jobs, and raise living standards. By connecting national strategy with local delivery, we invest in people, businesses, infrastructure, and communities to maximise impact. Our goal is clear, grow the regional economy by £17 billion, positioning the West Midlands as a national leader in innovation, advanced manufacturing, and clean growth. We prioritise local needs, ensuring access to secure employment and safe, affordable housing. Every pound of public funding must deliver results, from major transport schemes to community grants, speed, efficiency, and inclusivity are essential. The Role: As Chief Financial Officer, you will be WMCA's principal financial adviser and statutory Section 73 Officer, providing strategic leadership and stewardship of public funds. You will translate the Growth Plan's ambitions into actionable financial decisions, supporting delivery teams, the Portfolio Management Office, and Strategy & Policy functions. Strong regional relationships are essential, enabling collaboration with local authorities, businesses, and public agencies. Your leadership will ensure finance drives transformation, delivers public value, and maintains the highest standards of governance while remaining bold, innovative, and forward looking. Key Accountabilities: Act as the designated Section 73 Officer, providing authoritative financial leadership and ensuring statutory and internal compliance. Oversee sound financial stewardship, including accurate statutory reporting and transparent financial disclosures. Shape and implement financial strategy aligned with organisational goals and public priorities. Lead planning, setting, and monitoring of the annual budget, ensuring compliance with regulatory, government, and grant requirements. Direct strategic financial planning and performance management, optimising budgets and productivity. Provide insight and scenario modelling to inform high level strategic decisions. Advise on risk management, investment, and new commercial ventures. Oversee financial operations, ensuring systems, processes, and teams are agile, commercially aware, and aligned with priorities. Collaborate with the Mayor, Members, and senior leaders to ensure robust governance and agile responses to economic, legislative, and political changes. Champion digital transformation within finance and across the organisation to enhance efficiency and transparency. Inspire and lead a high performing, inclusive finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Promote financial literacy across the organisation, equipping leaders with tools and insights for informed decisions. Build strong relationships with financial leaders across constituent authorities and stakeholders, promoting shared learning and best practice. Shape and influence organisational strategy, contributing to sustainability, innovation, inclusive growth, and digital transformation initiatives. Present assurance to ARAC and Overview & Scrutiny Committee on financial management and controls. The Successful Candidate Will: Be a fully qualified accountant with membership of a recognised professional body and a relevant postgraduate qualification. Possess significant experience in a senior statutory finance role, ideally as a Section 73 or Section 151 Officer, with responsibility for financial leadership, governance, and stewardship of public funds. Have extensive knowledge of local government statutory frameworks. Demonstrate highly developed leadership skills, managing and shaping high performing teams to deliver excellent outcomes. Have experience reporting to Senior Leaders and Elected Members. Be skilled in navigating sensitive political environments and managing diverse stakeholders. Possess extensive public sector financial management experience across finance, investment, and procurement functions relevant to a combined authority. Exhibit a track record of team leadership, empowerment, and motivation. Demonstrate confident decision making and problem solving in complex environments. Be a respected sector expert with a strong network, able to influence businesses, organisations, and stakeholders. Show political sensitivity and an ability to work across parties in the collaborative West Midlands public sector landscape. Possess excellent communication and influencing skills, conveying complex issues clearly to diverse audiences. Understand WMCA's strategic aims and the opportunities and challenges in developing regional policy. Demonstrate strong partnership skills to secure stakeholder commitment, sell ideas, articulate shared visions, and negotiate effectively. Have strategic awareness of WMCA's financial structure and the impact of decisions on value for taxpayers. Show proven ability to lead, influence, and challenge in fast paced, high pressure environments. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing,andmortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle, including e bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 daysof paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest-free financingthrough SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA. Boundlessunlocks unlimited entry to top rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. How to apply: Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won't be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It's your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (). Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Attached documents Chief Financial Officer - JD.pdf
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is transforming the region, driving economic growth, creating jobs, delivering new homes, and improving journeys. Central to our work is the West Midlands Growth Plan, launched by Mayor Richard Parker in 2025, a 10 year blueprint to boost prosperity, create high-quality jobs, and raise living standards. By connecting national strategy with local delivery, we invest in people, businesses, infrastructure, and communities to maximise impact. Our goal is clear, grow the regional economy by £17 billion, positioning the West Midlands as a national leader in innovation, advanced manufacturing, and clean growth. We prioritise local needs, ensuring access to secure employment and safe, affordable housing. Every pound of public funding must deliver results, from major transport schemes to community grants, speed, efficiency, and inclusivity are essential. The Role: As Chief Financial Officer, you will be WMCA's principal financial adviser and statutory Section 73 Officer, providing strategic leadership and stewardship of public funds. You will translate the Growth Plan's ambitions into actionable financial decisions, supporting delivery teams, the Portfolio Management Office, and Strategy & Policy functions. Strong regional relationships are essential, enabling collaboration with local authorities, businesses, and public agencies. Your leadership will ensure finance drives transformation, delivers public value, and maintains the highest standards of governance while remaining bold, innovative, and forward looking. Key Accountabilities: Act as the designated Section 73 Officer, providing authoritative financial leadership and ensuring statutory and internal compliance. Oversee sound financial stewardship, including accurate statutory reporting and transparent financial disclosures. Shape and implement financial strategy aligned with organisational goals and public priorities. Lead planning, setting, and monitoring of the annual budget, ensuring compliance with regulatory, government, and grant requirements. Direct strategic financial planning and performance management, optimising budgets and productivity. Provide insight and scenario modelling to inform high level strategic decisions. Advise on risk management, investment, and new commercial ventures. Oversee financial operations, ensuring systems, processes, and teams are agile, commercially aware, and aligned with priorities. Collaborate with the Mayor, Members, and senior leaders to ensure robust governance and agile responses to economic, legislative, and political changes. Champion digital transformation within finance and across the organisation to enhance efficiency and transparency. Inspire and lead a high performing, inclusive finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Promote financial literacy across the organisation, equipping leaders with tools and insights for informed decisions. Build strong relationships with financial leaders across constituent authorities and stakeholders, promoting shared learning and best practice. Shape and influence organisational strategy, contributing to sustainability, innovation, inclusive growth, and digital transformation initiatives. Present assurance to ARAC and Overview & Scrutiny Committee on financial management and controls. The Successful Candidate Will: Be a fully qualified accountant with membership of a recognised professional body and a relevant postgraduate qualification. Possess significant experience in a senior statutory finance role, ideally as a Section 73 or Section 151 Officer, with responsibility for financial leadership, governance, and stewardship of public funds. Have extensive knowledge of local government statutory frameworks. Demonstrate highly developed leadership skills, managing and shaping high performing teams to deliver excellent outcomes. Have experience reporting to Senior Leaders and Elected Members. Be skilled in navigating sensitive political environments and managing diverse stakeholders. Possess extensive public sector financial management experience across finance, investment, and procurement functions relevant to a combined authority. Exhibit a track record of team leadership, empowerment, and motivation. Demonstrate confident decision making and problem solving in complex environments. Be a respected sector expert with a strong network, able to influence businesses, organisations, and stakeholders. Show political sensitivity and an ability to work across parties in the collaborative West Midlands public sector landscape. Possess excellent communication and influencing skills, conveying complex issues clearly to diverse audiences. Understand WMCA's strategic aims and the opportunities and challenges in developing regional policy. Demonstrate strong partnership skills to secure stakeholder commitment, sell ideas, articulate shared visions, and negotiate effectively. Have strategic awareness of WMCA's financial structure and the impact of decisions on value for taxpayers. Show proven ability to lead, influence, and challenge in fast paced, high pressure environments. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing,andmortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle, including e bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 daysof paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest-free financingthrough SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA. Boundlessunlocks unlimited entry to top rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. How to apply: Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won't be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It's your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (). Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Attached documents Chief Financial Officer - JD.pdf
About Fresha Fresha is the leading marketplace platform for beauty & wellness trusted by millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. Fresha is used by 130,000+ businesses and 450,000+ stylists and professionals worldwide, processing over 1 billion appointments to date. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with 15 global offices located across North America, EMEA and APAC. Fresha allows consumers to discover, book and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses via its marketplace, while beauty and wellness businesses and professionals use an all-in-one platform to manage their entire operations with an intuitive business software and financial technology solutions. Fresha's ecosystem gives merchants everything they need to run their business seamlessly by facilitating appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records management, marketing automation, loyalty, beauty products inventory and team management. The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for partner businesses by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and advanced integrations with major tech brands including Instagram, Facebook and Google Role Overview Fresha is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our dynamic, fast-growing organisation. The CFO will play a pivotal role in defining Fresha's financial strategy and steering the company's continued global expansion. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys autonomy, embraces complex challenges, and wants to make a significant impact. Key Accountabilities Develop and execute Fresha's financial strategy in alignment with growth objectives. Set financial goals, KPIs, and establish effective financial planning processes. Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and tax obligations. Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the organisation. Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and implementing corrective actions. Manage investor relations, including fundraising, capital structuring, and communications. Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions and external stakeholders. Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks through robust internal controls. Oversee cash flow, liquidity management, and working capital optimisation. Implement cash flow forecasting tools and treasury management strategies. Lead financial compliance, audits, and external regulatory reviews. Evaluate M&A opportunities, including modelling, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation support. Oversee and execute post-acquisition integration into Fresha's financial systems and processes. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global finance team. Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and career development opportunities within the team. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making. Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership by providing financial insights and recommendations. Identify, implement, and optimise financial technology and automation solutions. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the finance function. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline (Master's or CPA/ACA/ACCA highly desirable). Minimum 10 years' progressive experience in finance or accounting roles. At least 5 years in a senior leadership or executive finance position. Experience in high-growth technology, fintech, marketplace, or SaaS organisations strongly preferred. Deep expertise in financial planning and analysis, financial modelling, reporting, and accounting standards. Strong understanding of SaaS metrics, unit economics, and performance drivers. Demonstrated ability to design and execute financial strategies that support scale and business expansion. Proven success in investor relations, including fundraising and managing external financial stakeholders. Strong leadership capabilities with experience building and developing high-performing teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and present to senior stakeholders and diverse audiences. High level of commercial acumen with sound judgement and strategic thinking. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. Strong integrity, ethical judgement, and commitment to transparency and good governance. Inclusive workforce At Fresha, we are creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable. We want all Fresha people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the interview process and/or once you join, please let us know so that we can support you.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
About Fresha Fresha is the leading marketplace platform for beauty & wellness trusted by millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. Fresha is used by 130,000+ businesses and 450,000+ stylists and professionals worldwide, processing over 1 billion appointments to date. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with 15 global offices located across North America, EMEA and APAC. Fresha allows consumers to discover, book and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses via its marketplace, while beauty and wellness businesses and professionals use an all-in-one platform to manage their entire operations with an intuitive business software and financial technology solutions. Fresha's ecosystem gives merchants everything they need to run their business seamlessly by facilitating appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records management, marketing automation, loyalty, beauty products inventory and team management. The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for partner businesses by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and advanced integrations with major tech brands including Instagram, Facebook and Google Role Overview Fresha is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our dynamic, fast-growing organisation. The CFO will play a pivotal role in defining Fresha's financial strategy and steering the company's continued global expansion. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys autonomy, embraces complex challenges, and wants to make a significant impact. Key Accountabilities Develop and execute Fresha's financial strategy in alignment with growth objectives. Set financial goals, KPIs, and establish effective financial planning processes. Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and tax obligations. Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the organisation. Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and implementing corrective actions. Manage investor relations, including fundraising, capital structuring, and communications. Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions and external stakeholders. Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks through robust internal controls. Oversee cash flow, liquidity management, and working capital optimisation. Implement cash flow forecasting tools and treasury management strategies. Lead financial compliance, audits, and external regulatory reviews. Evaluate M&A opportunities, including modelling, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation support. Oversee and execute post-acquisition integration into Fresha's financial systems and processes. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global finance team. Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and career development opportunities within the team. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making. Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership by providing financial insights and recommendations. Identify, implement, and optimise financial technology and automation solutions. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the finance function. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline (Master's or CPA/ACA/ACCA highly desirable). Minimum 10 years' progressive experience in finance or accounting roles. At least 5 years in a senior leadership or executive finance position. Experience in high-growth technology, fintech, marketplace, or SaaS organisations strongly preferred. Deep expertise in financial planning and analysis, financial modelling, reporting, and accounting standards. Strong understanding of SaaS metrics, unit economics, and performance drivers. Demonstrated ability to design and execute financial strategies that support scale and business expansion. Proven success in investor relations, including fundraising and managing external financial stakeholders. Strong leadership capabilities with experience building and developing high-performing teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and present to senior stakeholders and diverse audiences. High level of commercial acumen with sound judgement and strategic thinking. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. Strong integrity, ethical judgement, and commitment to transparency and good governance. Inclusive workforce At Fresha, we are creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable. We want all Fresha people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the interview process and/or once you join, please let us know so that we can support you.
THE COMPANY: Our client is a global asset management firm, providing a focused and specialized range of investment solutions to institutional and wholesale investors. THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage compliance issues within the UK Branch, including compliance monitoring, risk to regulated entities, training requirements and monitoring new regulatory developments, assessing the impact of the UK Branch and informing the local management committee as well as appraising the Luxembourg team where needed of any wider reaching impacts; Ensure timely completion of the UK monitoring plan. This will include regular assessment and revision of the plan itself to keep ongoing activities focused and relevant. Co-ordination with Luxembourg on their activity to eliminate duplication while reviewing MI and overseeing their controls of the UK branch and meet both UK (FCA) and Luxembourg (CSSF) expectations and obligations; Apply detailed knowledge of the AML regime in both UK and EU to adequately target risk in the account opening process and transaction monitoring.; Review and manage various compliance responsibilities including designing and implementing internal controls while assessing policies and procedures to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Act as deputy Money-Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for the UK Branch. This will require a good understanding of onboarding requirements and AML parameters to meet regulatory needs. Focus on review and approval of high risk and complex new client relationships and providing feedback to the relationship managers and presenting to management in UK and Luxembourg; Work with the MLRO as the focal point for receipt and assessment of internal suspicion reports; assessing and making disclosures to and acting as liaison with the authorities where needed for all aspect of notifiable correspondence. Work on SARS and regulatory reporting. Follow up with internal and group reports. Work with Head of Compliance to develop an internal control system to ensure adherence to legal and prudential standards, in particular concerning market rules and investor protection in a UK. Ensure the embedding of Consumer duty is monitored and reviewed to amend and develop as the MI provides data on GAPs and required change Be aware of obligations in preventing the Business being used to further financial crime, in particular money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery and corruption and market abuse and to report any suspicions or suspicious activity where market abuse is suspected; Working closely with the Head of Compliance in the UK to understand the relationship with the UK regulated authorities and all the aspects need to develop the relationship. Design and deliver regulatory training sessions and assess the SMCR regime and application in the UK Branch. Compile reports for the HoC & MLRO to report to the governing bodies of the regulated entities in respect of compliance regulatory risk issues. Responsible for Horizon scanning to monitor regulatory change, outlining what will impact the business and how. Relay findings and prepare reports for the bank and governing bodies Develop strategy and / or forming appropriate committees / working groups to ensure the business remains compliant at all times. Any other duties required consistent with your role. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Extensive knowledge of both the UK and EU financial services regulatory regimes including. Understanding of Lux requirements would be beneficial. Thorough understanding of AML and CTF regulation and its application across the UK and how the EU applies the measures. Knowledge of regulatory regimes in Switzerland also beneficial For further information please contact Duncan Jeffery
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
THE COMPANY: Our client is a global asset management firm, providing a focused and specialized range of investment solutions to institutional and wholesale investors. THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage compliance issues within the UK Branch, including compliance monitoring, risk to regulated entities, training requirements and monitoring new regulatory developments, assessing the impact of the UK Branch and informing the local management committee as well as appraising the Luxembourg team where needed of any wider reaching impacts; Ensure timely completion of the UK monitoring plan. This will include regular assessment and revision of the plan itself to keep ongoing activities focused and relevant. Co-ordination with Luxembourg on their activity to eliminate duplication while reviewing MI and overseeing their controls of the UK branch and meet both UK (FCA) and Luxembourg (CSSF) expectations and obligations; Apply detailed knowledge of the AML regime in both UK and EU to adequately target risk in the account opening process and transaction monitoring.; Review and manage various compliance responsibilities including designing and implementing internal controls while assessing policies and procedures to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Act as deputy Money-Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for the UK Branch. This will require a good understanding of onboarding requirements and AML parameters to meet regulatory needs. Focus on review and approval of high risk and complex new client relationships and providing feedback to the relationship managers and presenting to management in UK and Luxembourg; Work with the MLRO as the focal point for receipt and assessment of internal suspicion reports; assessing and making disclosures to and acting as liaison with the authorities where needed for all aspect of notifiable correspondence. Work on SARS and regulatory reporting. Follow up with internal and group reports. Work with Head of Compliance to develop an internal control system to ensure adherence to legal and prudential standards, in particular concerning market rules and investor protection in a UK. Ensure the embedding of Consumer duty is monitored and reviewed to amend and develop as the MI provides data on GAPs and required change Be aware of obligations in preventing the Business being used to further financial crime, in particular money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery and corruption and market abuse and to report any suspicions or suspicious activity where market abuse is suspected; Working closely with the Head of Compliance in the UK to understand the relationship with the UK regulated authorities and all the aspects need to develop the relationship. Design and deliver regulatory training sessions and assess the SMCR regime and application in the UK Branch. Compile reports for the HoC & MLRO to report to the governing bodies of the regulated entities in respect of compliance regulatory risk issues. Responsible for Horizon scanning to monitor regulatory change, outlining what will impact the business and how. Relay findings and prepare reports for the bank and governing bodies Develop strategy and / or forming appropriate committees / working groups to ensure the business remains compliant at all times. Any other duties required consistent with your role. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Extensive knowledge of both the UK and EU financial services regulatory regimes including. Understanding of Lux requirements would be beneficial. Thorough understanding of AML and CTF regulation and its application across the UK and how the EU applies the measures. Knowledge of regulatory regimes in Switzerland also beneficial For further information please contact Duncan Jeffery
We are looking for a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer or Technical Officer to carry out approximately 250 Category C and D Food Hygiene Inspections within a 4 month period in Cambridge. The post holder will be required to undertake remote interventions and carry out food hygiene inspections according to risk and in accordance with statutory requirements, national guidance, Council policy and service delivery plans. Effective communication skills are essential for this role including the ability to negotiate in a broad range of often complex and difficult scenarios whilst organising / prioritising work to meet deadlines. Details of all visits and action taken will need to be accurately recorded in accordance with service policy and procedures by manual or electronic means for which the post holder will need to be comfortable with the use of ICT in general. The post holder must be able to work flexibly within the City, using their initiative / working jointly with both internal and external stakeholders as necessary. You must meet the requirements of the Food Standard's Agency's Code of Practice to undertake food hygiene official controls and interventions. In order to be considered it is essential that you have previous experience of working within a council, ideally in the last few years. You must be able to prove your food competency with over 20 hours of CPD and you must have completed a Food Hygiene inspection for a Local Authority in the last 6 months. A copy of relevant qualifications, CPD certificates and certificates of registration with EHORB/EHRB will be required. Proposed pay rate: Category C with data entry to MIS 70 (to the officer) per inspection Category C no data entry into MIS 68 (to the officer) per inspection Category D no data entry into MIS 60 (to the officer) per inspection Void inspection after 2 visits made 25 Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Feb 27, 2026
Seasonal
We are looking for a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer or Technical Officer to carry out approximately 250 Category C and D Food Hygiene Inspections within a 4 month period in Cambridge. The post holder will be required to undertake remote interventions and carry out food hygiene inspections according to risk and in accordance with statutory requirements, national guidance, Council policy and service delivery plans. Effective communication skills are essential for this role including the ability to negotiate in a broad range of often complex and difficult scenarios whilst organising / prioritising work to meet deadlines. Details of all visits and action taken will need to be accurately recorded in accordance with service policy and procedures by manual or electronic means for which the post holder will need to be comfortable with the use of ICT in general. The post holder must be able to work flexibly within the City, using their initiative / working jointly with both internal and external stakeholders as necessary. You must meet the requirements of the Food Standard's Agency's Code of Practice to undertake food hygiene official controls and interventions. In order to be considered it is essential that you have previous experience of working within a council, ideally in the last few years. You must be able to prove your food competency with over 20 hours of CPD and you must have completed a Food Hygiene inspection for a Local Authority in the last 6 months. A copy of relevant qualifications, CPD certificates and certificates of registration with EHORB/EHRB will be required. Proposed pay rate: Category C with data entry to MIS 70 (to the officer) per inspection Category C no data entry into MIS 68 (to the officer) per inspection Category D no data entry into MIS 60 (to the officer) per inspection Void inspection after 2 visits made 25 Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Location: UK - flexible. Regularly to Bristol and London, and extensively across the UK to teams, projects, events and stakeholders Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, flexible working available £160,000 per annum Closing date: 23:59 on 15th March 2026. Please read below for details on how to apply. Share this page Letter from the Chair of Trustees Do you share our passion to make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle? Could you lead the next part of our journey? We are stepping confidently into the future as Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, building on nearly 50 years of impact as Sustrans, the charity that helped to pioneer the UK's sustainable travel movement. From the creation of the Bristol to Bath path to the National Cycle Network, School Streets and beyond, our legacy is one of bold ideas, practical delivery, and lasting change. Our purpose is beautifully simple: To make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle, because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world. And we are more ambitious than ever. We are now seeking a new CEO to help us shape and deliver the future of movement in the UK. You'll be part of a dynamic, committed team of 500 staff and 2,000 volunteers across the UK's four nations. The successful candidate will have substantial leadership experience as a CEO (or aspiring CEO) and will bring values-driven leadership, energy and drive. You will be comfortable building high-trust relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in active travel, including government ministers, senior civil servants, policy makers and strategic partners. You will be able to inspire and lead our brilliant management team and colleagues. You will have a proven track record of leading change in a complex, purpose-driven, multi-stakeholder organisation. You will have had success growing income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. I hope that the information contained in this pack encourages you to apply. If ensuring that walking, wheeling and cycling are safe, accessible and joyful for everyone, everywhere excites you, and you have the qualities needed to lead and inspire people-powered movement, we look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Moray Macdonald Chair of Trustees Walk Wheel Cycle Trust About the role If you would like to know more about the role or selection process, please contact Smita Rai from our Executive Search partners, Green Park by emailing . Please submit your application by 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March 2026. Work with the Board to set the charity's strategic direction, build the conditions for long-term success, and ensure that purpose, performance and culture are consistently aligned to ensure operational and impactful delivery of the strategy. Place in organisation structure Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees Accountable to: Board of Trustees Direct reports: Executive Director, Delivery Executive Director, Resources Key relationships Internal Executive Team All colleagues and volunteers External Leaders and influencers in transport, environment, health and the third sector Major donors and CEOs of trusts and foundations Government ministers, MPs and other political leaders in the UK government and devolved nations Senior civil servants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including those in the Department of Transport, Transport Scotland and Active Travel England Mayors and senior leaders across mayoral strategic authorities and local authorities Key responsibilities Provide visible, values-driven leadership to leaders and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring strong delivery, collaboration, and accountability across walking, wheeling, and cycling programmes. Lead the development and execution of the Trust's long-term strategy to grow active travel, improve public health, and reduce carbon emissions. Work in close partnership with the Board of Trustees to ensure high standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic oversight. Oversee robust performance management, impact evaluation, and evidence-based learning to strengthen credibility and influence. Lead organisational development, workforce planning, and change management to support long-term organisational health and resilience. Translate national and regional active-travel policy into effective programmes, partnerships, and local delivery models. Ensure sustainable funding through diversified income streams, including government grants, contracts, fundraising, memberships and partnerships, with innovative approaches to developing our offer and revenue opportunities. Build and maintain influential relationships with central and local government, transport authorities, funders, strategic and sector partners and the media. Act as the Trust's principal public advocate and media spokesperson on walking, wheeling, and cycling. Demonstrate the importance of serving diverse communities and embed a strong culture of inclusion, accessibility, and equity across all activities and services. Champion volunteering and meaningful engagement with communities. Use lived experience and public/user insights and date to informs strategy and delivery. Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and transparent reporting to Trustees, funders, and stakeholders Support and comply with all Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's policies, including employment, health and safety, safeguarding, inclusion and diversity. About you Experience Demonstrable success in developing and delivering a compelling vision and strategy for an organisation. Significant experience as a CEO or aspiring CEO (leading a sizeable executive portfolio) in a large, complex, or multi-stakeholder organisation. Proven track record of leading organisations and teams through substantial change, growth and/or transformation. Strong experience of influencing, engaging, and aligning diverse internal and external stakeholders around shared objectives. Experience of working within, or in close partnership with, the voluntary, community, or social purpose sector. Established record of building effective, high-trust relationships with trustee or non-executive Boards. Demonstrated success in growing organisational income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. Experience of leading organisational modernisation, including digital systems, data capability, and operational infrastructure. UK-wide experience and/or working with national and devolved governments (desirable). Skills & abilities Proven ability to lead and influence complex systems involving multiple public, private, and voluntary sector actors. Exceptional people skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mobilise people internally and externally, including employees, volunteers, community leaders, senior politicians, civil servants, strategic partners and policymakers. Ability to lead evidence-based strategy, using data, research, and evaluation to strengthen policy influence and funding confidence. Capacity to operate confidently and effectively at local, regional, and national levels across the UK. Strong political awareness, with the ability to build constructive and credible relationships with elected representatives and public officials. Well-developed commercial and entrepreneurial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for sustainable growth. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior external stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively, and to act as a credible public spokesperson for the organisation. Ability to grow, mobilise, and empower a national membership and supporter base to drive change. Ability to speak confidently about one or (ideally) more aspects of our agenda, i.e. transport / walking wheeling cycling / environmental issues / sustainable development / infrastructure / public health. High levels of personal integrity, authenticity, resilience and sound professional judgement. Resilience. Ability to navigate complexity, build consensus, include, engage and involve others, make decisions, take personal ownership and hold others to account. Knowledge Strong understanding of how governments operates and how policy and regulatory decisions are developed and influenced across the UK. Well-developed understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in organisational leadership, governance, and operational delivery. Knowledge of the sustainable transport, active travel, housing development and/or public health sectors is desirable Understanding of different funding models - e.g. statutory/grant funding, fundraising, commercial income Sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a charitable context. Values & personal commitment Strong alignment with, and commitment to Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's purpose and values. Demonstrated commitment to volunteering, community engagement, and citizen-led action. Championing equity Commitment to creating a healthy, inclusive . click apply for full job details
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
Location: UK - flexible. Regularly to Bristol and London, and extensively across the UK to teams, projects, events and stakeholders Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, flexible working available £160,000 per annum Closing date: 23:59 on 15th March 2026. Please read below for details on how to apply. Share this page Letter from the Chair of Trustees Do you share our passion to make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle? Could you lead the next part of our journey? We are stepping confidently into the future as Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, building on nearly 50 years of impact as Sustrans, the charity that helped to pioneer the UK's sustainable travel movement. From the creation of the Bristol to Bath path to the National Cycle Network, School Streets and beyond, our legacy is one of bold ideas, practical delivery, and lasting change. Our purpose is beautifully simple: To make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle, because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world. And we are more ambitious than ever. We are now seeking a new CEO to help us shape and deliver the future of movement in the UK. You'll be part of a dynamic, committed team of 500 staff and 2,000 volunteers across the UK's four nations. The successful candidate will have substantial leadership experience as a CEO (or aspiring CEO) and will bring values-driven leadership, energy and drive. You will be comfortable building high-trust relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in active travel, including government ministers, senior civil servants, policy makers and strategic partners. You will be able to inspire and lead our brilliant management team and colleagues. You will have a proven track record of leading change in a complex, purpose-driven, multi-stakeholder organisation. You will have had success growing income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. I hope that the information contained in this pack encourages you to apply. If ensuring that walking, wheeling and cycling are safe, accessible and joyful for everyone, everywhere excites you, and you have the qualities needed to lead and inspire people-powered movement, we look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Moray Macdonald Chair of Trustees Walk Wheel Cycle Trust About the role If you would like to know more about the role or selection process, please contact Smita Rai from our Executive Search partners, Green Park by emailing . Please submit your application by 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March 2026. Work with the Board to set the charity's strategic direction, build the conditions for long-term success, and ensure that purpose, performance and culture are consistently aligned to ensure operational and impactful delivery of the strategy. Place in organisation structure Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees Accountable to: Board of Trustees Direct reports: Executive Director, Delivery Executive Director, Resources Key relationships Internal Executive Team All colleagues and volunteers External Leaders and influencers in transport, environment, health and the third sector Major donors and CEOs of trusts and foundations Government ministers, MPs and other political leaders in the UK government and devolved nations Senior civil servants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including those in the Department of Transport, Transport Scotland and Active Travel England Mayors and senior leaders across mayoral strategic authorities and local authorities Key responsibilities Provide visible, values-driven leadership to leaders and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring strong delivery, collaboration, and accountability across walking, wheeling, and cycling programmes. Lead the development and execution of the Trust's long-term strategy to grow active travel, improve public health, and reduce carbon emissions. Work in close partnership with the Board of Trustees to ensure high standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic oversight. Oversee robust performance management, impact evaluation, and evidence-based learning to strengthen credibility and influence. Lead organisational development, workforce planning, and change management to support long-term organisational health and resilience. Translate national and regional active-travel policy into effective programmes, partnerships, and local delivery models. Ensure sustainable funding through diversified income streams, including government grants, contracts, fundraising, memberships and partnerships, with innovative approaches to developing our offer and revenue opportunities. Build and maintain influential relationships with central and local government, transport authorities, funders, strategic and sector partners and the media. Act as the Trust's principal public advocate and media spokesperson on walking, wheeling, and cycling. Demonstrate the importance of serving diverse communities and embed a strong culture of inclusion, accessibility, and equity across all activities and services. Champion volunteering and meaningful engagement with communities. Use lived experience and public/user insights and date to informs strategy and delivery. Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and transparent reporting to Trustees, funders, and stakeholders Support and comply with all Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's policies, including employment, health and safety, safeguarding, inclusion and diversity. About you Experience Demonstrable success in developing and delivering a compelling vision and strategy for an organisation. Significant experience as a CEO or aspiring CEO (leading a sizeable executive portfolio) in a large, complex, or multi-stakeholder organisation. Proven track record of leading organisations and teams through substantial change, growth and/or transformation. Strong experience of influencing, engaging, and aligning diverse internal and external stakeholders around shared objectives. Experience of working within, or in close partnership with, the voluntary, community, or social purpose sector. Established record of building effective, high-trust relationships with trustee or non-executive Boards. Demonstrated success in growing organisational income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. Experience of leading organisational modernisation, including digital systems, data capability, and operational infrastructure. UK-wide experience and/or working with national and devolved governments (desirable). Skills & abilities Proven ability to lead and influence complex systems involving multiple public, private, and voluntary sector actors. Exceptional people skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mobilise people internally and externally, including employees, volunteers, community leaders, senior politicians, civil servants, strategic partners and policymakers. Ability to lead evidence-based strategy, using data, research, and evaluation to strengthen policy influence and funding confidence. Capacity to operate confidently and effectively at local, regional, and national levels across the UK. Strong political awareness, with the ability to build constructive and credible relationships with elected representatives and public officials. Well-developed commercial and entrepreneurial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for sustainable growth. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior external stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively, and to act as a credible public spokesperson for the organisation. Ability to grow, mobilise, and empower a national membership and supporter base to drive change. Ability to speak confidently about one or (ideally) more aspects of our agenda, i.e. transport / walking wheeling cycling / environmental issues / sustainable development / infrastructure / public health. High levels of personal integrity, authenticity, resilience and sound professional judgement. Resilience. Ability to navigate complexity, build consensus, include, engage and involve others, make decisions, take personal ownership and hold others to account. Knowledge Strong understanding of how governments operates and how policy and regulatory decisions are developed and influenced across the UK. Well-developed understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in organisational leadership, governance, and operational delivery. Knowledge of the sustainable transport, active travel, housing development and/or public health sectors is desirable Understanding of different funding models - e.g. statutory/grant funding, fundraising, commercial income Sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a charitable context. Values & personal commitment Strong alignment with, and commitment to Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's purpose and values. Demonstrated commitment to volunteering, community engagement, and citizen-led action. Championing equity Commitment to creating a healthy, inclusive . click apply for full job details
Location: UK - flexible. Regularly to Bristol and London, and extensively across the UK to teams, projects, events and stakeholders Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, flexible working available £160,000 per annum Closing date: 23:59 on 15th March 2026. Please read below for details on how to apply. Share this page Letter from the Chair of Trustees Do you share our passion to make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle? Could you lead the next part of our journey? We are stepping confidently into the future as Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, building on nearly 50 years of impact as Sustrans, the charity that helped to pioneer the UK's sustainable travel movement. From the creation of the Bristol to Bath path to the National Cycle Network, School Streets and beyond, our legacy is one of bold ideas, practical delivery, and lasting change. Our purpose is beautifully simple: To make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle, because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world. And we are more ambitious than ever. We are now seeking a new CEO to help us shape and deliver the future of movement in the UK. You'll be part of a dynamic, committed team of 500 staff and 2,000 volunteers across the UK's four nations. The successful candidate will have substantial leadership experience as a CEO (or aspiring CEO) and will bring values-driven leadership, energy and drive. You will be comfortable building high-trust relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in active travel, including government ministers, senior civil servants, policy makers and strategic partners. You will be able to inspire and lead our brilliant management team and colleagues. You will have a proven track record of leading change in a complex, purpose-driven, multi-stakeholder organisation. You will have had success growing income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. I hope that the information contained in this pack encourages you to apply. If ensuring that walking, wheeling and cycling are safe, accessible and joyful for everyone, everywhere excites you, and you have the qualities needed to lead and inspire people-powered movement, we look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Moray Macdonald Chair of Trustees Walk Wheel Cycle Trust About the role If you would like to know more about the role or selection process, please contact Smita Rai from our Executive Search partners, Green Park by emailing . Please submit your application by 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March 2026. Work with the Board to set the charity's strategic direction, build the conditions for long-term success, and ensure that purpose, performance and culture are consistently aligned to ensure operational and impactful delivery of the strategy. Place in organisation structure Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees Accountable to: Board of Trustees Direct reports: Executive Director, Delivery Executive Director, Resources Key relationships Internal Executive Team All colleagues and volunteers External Leaders and influencers in transport, environment, health and the third sector Major donors and CEOs of trusts and foundations Government ministers, MPs and other political leaders in the UK government and devolved nations Senior civil servants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including those in the Department of Transport, Transport Scotland and Active Travel England Mayors and senior leaders across mayoral strategic authorities and local authorities Key responsibilities Provide visible, values-driven leadership to leaders and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring strong delivery, collaboration, and accountability across walking, wheeling, and cycling programmes. Lead the development and execution of the Trust's long-term strategy to grow active travel, improve public health, and reduce carbon emissions. Work in close partnership with the Board of Trustees to ensure high standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic oversight. Oversee robust performance management, impact evaluation, and evidence-based learning to strengthen credibility and influence. Lead organisational development, workforce planning, and change management to support long-term organisational health and resilience. Translate national and regional active-travel policy into effective programmes, partnerships, and local delivery models. Ensure sustainable funding through diversified income streams, including government grants, contracts, fundraising, memberships and partnerships, with innovative approaches to developing our offer and revenue opportunities. Build and maintain influential relationships with central and local government, transport authorities, funders, strategic and sector partners and the media. Act as the Trust's principal public advocate and media spokesperson on walking, wheeling, and cycling. Demonstrate the importance of serving diverse communities and embed a strong culture of inclusion, accessibility, and equity across all activities and services. Champion volunteering and meaningful engagement with communities. Use lived experience and public/user insights and date to informs strategy and delivery. Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and transparent reporting to Trustees, funders, and stakeholders Support and comply with all Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's policies, including employment, health and safety, safeguarding, inclusion and diversity. About you Experience Demonstrable success in developing and delivering a compelling vision and strategy for an organisation. Significant experience as a CEO or aspiring CEO (leading a sizeable executive portfolio) in a large, complex, or multi-stakeholder organisation. Proven track record of leading organisations and teams through substantial change, growth and/or transformation. Strong experience of influencing, engaging, and aligning diverse internal and external stakeholders around shared objectives. Experience of working within, or in close partnership with, the voluntary, community, or social purpose sector. Established record of building effective, high-trust relationships with trustee or non-executive Boards. Demonstrated success in growing organisational income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. Experience of leading organisational modernisation, including digital systems, data capability, and operational infrastructure. UK-wide experience and/or working with national and devolved governments (desirable). Skills & abilities Proven ability to lead and influence complex systems involving multiple public, private, and voluntary sector actors. Exceptional people skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mobilise people internally and externally, including employees, volunteers, community leaders, senior politicians, civil servants, strategic partners and policymakers. Ability to lead evidence-based strategy, using data, research, and evaluation to strengthen policy influence and funding confidence. Capacity to operate confidently and effectively at local, regional, and national levels across the UK. Strong political awareness, with the ability to build constructive and credible relationships with elected representatives and public officials. Well-developed commercial and entrepreneurial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for sustainable growth. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior external stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively, and to act as a credible public spokesperson for the organisation. Ability to grow, mobilise, and empower a national membership and supporter base to drive change. Ability to speak confidently about one or (ideally) more aspects of our agenda, i.e. transport / walking wheeling cycling / environmental issues / sustainable development / infrastructure / public health. High levels of personal integrity, authenticity, resilience and sound professional judgement. Resilience. Ability to navigate complexity, build consensus, include, engage and involve others, make decisions, take personal ownership and hold others to account. Knowledge Strong understanding of how governments operates and how policy and regulatory decisions are developed and influenced across the UK. Well-developed understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in organisational leadership, governance, and operational delivery. Knowledge of the sustainable transport, active travel, housing development and/or public health sectors is desirable Understanding of different funding models - e.g. statutory/grant funding, fundraising, commercial income Sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a charitable context. Values & personal commitment Strong alignment with, and commitment to Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's purpose and values. Demonstrated commitment to volunteering, community engagement, and citizen-led action. Championing equity Commitment to creating a healthy, inclusive . click apply for full job details
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
Location: UK - flexible. Regularly to Bristol and London, and extensively across the UK to teams, projects, events and stakeholders Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, flexible working available £160,000 per annum Closing date: 23:59 on 15th March 2026. Please read below for details on how to apply. Share this page Letter from the Chair of Trustees Do you share our passion to make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle? Could you lead the next part of our journey? We are stepping confidently into the future as Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, building on nearly 50 years of impact as Sustrans, the charity that helped to pioneer the UK's sustainable travel movement. From the creation of the Bristol to Bath path to the National Cycle Network, School Streets and beyond, our legacy is one of bold ideas, practical delivery, and lasting change. Our purpose is beautifully simple: To make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle, because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world. And we are more ambitious than ever. We are now seeking a new CEO to help us shape and deliver the future of movement in the UK. You'll be part of a dynamic, committed team of 500 staff and 2,000 volunteers across the UK's four nations. The successful candidate will have substantial leadership experience as a CEO (or aspiring CEO) and will bring values-driven leadership, energy and drive. You will be comfortable building high-trust relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in active travel, including government ministers, senior civil servants, policy makers and strategic partners. You will be able to inspire and lead our brilliant management team and colleagues. You will have a proven track record of leading change in a complex, purpose-driven, multi-stakeholder organisation. You will have had success growing income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. I hope that the information contained in this pack encourages you to apply. If ensuring that walking, wheeling and cycling are safe, accessible and joyful for everyone, everywhere excites you, and you have the qualities needed to lead and inspire people-powered movement, we look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Moray Macdonald Chair of Trustees Walk Wheel Cycle Trust About the role If you would like to know more about the role or selection process, please contact Smita Rai from our Executive Search partners, Green Park by emailing . Please submit your application by 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March 2026. Work with the Board to set the charity's strategic direction, build the conditions for long-term success, and ensure that purpose, performance and culture are consistently aligned to ensure operational and impactful delivery of the strategy. Place in organisation structure Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees Accountable to: Board of Trustees Direct reports: Executive Director, Delivery Executive Director, Resources Key relationships Internal Executive Team All colleagues and volunteers External Leaders and influencers in transport, environment, health and the third sector Major donors and CEOs of trusts and foundations Government ministers, MPs and other political leaders in the UK government and devolved nations Senior civil servants in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including those in the Department of Transport, Transport Scotland and Active Travel England Mayors and senior leaders across mayoral strategic authorities and local authorities Key responsibilities Provide visible, values-driven leadership to leaders and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring strong delivery, collaboration, and accountability across walking, wheeling, and cycling programmes. Lead the development and execution of the Trust's long-term strategy to grow active travel, improve public health, and reduce carbon emissions. Work in close partnership with the Board of Trustees to ensure high standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic oversight. Oversee robust performance management, impact evaluation, and evidence-based learning to strengthen credibility and influence. Lead organisational development, workforce planning, and change management to support long-term organisational health and resilience. Translate national and regional active-travel policy into effective programmes, partnerships, and local delivery models. Ensure sustainable funding through diversified income streams, including government grants, contracts, fundraising, memberships and partnerships, with innovative approaches to developing our offer and revenue opportunities. Build and maintain influential relationships with central and local government, transport authorities, funders, strategic and sector partners and the media. Act as the Trust's principal public advocate and media spokesperson on walking, wheeling, and cycling. Demonstrate the importance of serving diverse communities and embed a strong culture of inclusion, accessibility, and equity across all activities and services. Champion volunteering and meaningful engagement with communities. Use lived experience and public/user insights and date to informs strategy and delivery. Ensure effective risk management, internal controls, and transparent reporting to Trustees, funders, and stakeholders Support and comply with all Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's policies, including employment, health and safety, safeguarding, inclusion and diversity. About you Experience Demonstrable success in developing and delivering a compelling vision and strategy for an organisation. Significant experience as a CEO or aspiring CEO (leading a sizeable executive portfolio) in a large, complex, or multi-stakeholder organisation. Proven track record of leading organisations and teams through substantial change, growth and/or transformation. Strong experience of influencing, engaging, and aligning diverse internal and external stakeholders around shared objectives. Experience of working within, or in close partnership with, the voluntary, community, or social purpose sector. Established record of building effective, high-trust relationships with trustee or non-executive Boards. Demonstrated success in growing organisational income through fundraising, grant funding, commercial activity and strategic partnerships. Experience of leading organisational modernisation, including digital systems, data capability, and operational infrastructure. UK-wide experience and/or working with national and devolved governments (desirable). Skills & abilities Proven ability to lead and influence complex systems involving multiple public, private, and voluntary sector actors. Exceptional people skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mobilise people internally and externally, including employees, volunteers, community leaders, senior politicians, civil servants, strategic partners and policymakers. Ability to lead evidence-based strategy, using data, research, and evaluation to strengthen policy influence and funding confidence. Capacity to operate confidently and effectively at local, regional, and national levels across the UK. Strong political awareness, with the ability to build constructive and credible relationships with elected representatives and public officials. Well-developed commercial and entrepreneurial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for sustainable growth. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior external stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively, and to act as a credible public spokesperson for the organisation. Ability to grow, mobilise, and empower a national membership and supporter base to drive change. Ability to speak confidently about one or (ideally) more aspects of our agenda, i.e. transport / walking wheeling cycling / environmental issues / sustainable development / infrastructure / public health. High levels of personal integrity, authenticity, resilience and sound professional judgement. Resilience. Ability to navigate complexity, build consensus, include, engage and involve others, make decisions, take personal ownership and hold others to account. Knowledge Strong understanding of how governments operates and how policy and regulatory decisions are developed and influenced across the UK. Well-developed understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in organisational leadership, governance, and operational delivery. Knowledge of the sustainable transport, active travel, housing development and/or public health sectors is desirable Understanding of different funding models - e.g. statutory/grant funding, fundraising, commercial income Sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a charitable context. Values & personal commitment Strong alignment with, and commitment to Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's purpose and values. Demonstrated commitment to volunteering, community engagement, and citizen-led action. Championing equity Commitment to creating a healthy, inclusive . click apply for full job details
