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Finance Director Salary: £150,000 - 170,000 Location: London * Lead the financial strategy and operations of a dynamic distribution and broking business. * Ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. * Engage in strategic financial planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Finance Director

Salary: £150,000 - 170,000

Location: London

Our client is a highly acquisitive Insurance firm seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead the financial strategy, governance, and operations of their largest division. The role offers an exciting opportunity to ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while driving profitability and growth. The successful candidate will be involved in strategic financial planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to support business objectives. This position is based in London with a hybrid working model.

  • Lead the financial strategy and operations of a dynamic distribution and broking business.
  • Ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Engage in strategic financial planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

What you'll do:

  • Develop and implement financial strategies providing insight and recommendations to drive commercial decisions.
  • Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports.
  • Ensure compliance with the FCA, PRA and other relevant financial regulations.
  • Work closely with commercial teams to develop financial models for new products, acquisitions, and partnerships.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to drive a high-performance culture.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Finance Director role brings a wealth of experience in strategic financial leadership with a proven ability to drive profitability and enhance financial efficiency. You possess strong knowledge of FCA regulations for Insurance and have a track record of successful stakeholder management. Your skills in financial planning and analysis will be crucial in interpreting financial data to support decision-making. Experience in mergers and acquisitions, including conducting due diligence, financial integration, and acquisition structuring is highly desirable. You are adept at implementing financial controls and processes to improve operational efficiency. Lastly, your proficiency in technology, particularly with financial systems, ERP software, and data analytics, will be an asset.

  • Ability to drive profitability and financial efficiency.
  • Experience working with insurers, auditors, investors and regulators.
  • Ability to interpret financial data to support decision-making.
  • Ability to conduct due diligence, financial integration and acquisition structuring.
  • Implement financial controls and processes to improve cost efficiency.
  • Knowledge of financial systems, ERP software and data analytics.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading player in Insurance. They are renowned for their commitment to excellence, innovation, and growth. They offer a dynamic work environment that fosters professional development and career advancement. Their hybrid working model provides flexibility while promoting collaboration and team engagement. They value diversity and inclusivity, fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller

Industry: Banking

Salary: £150,000 - £170,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Language: English - Bilingual

Location: City of London

Job Reference: 53M5EQ-6889390D

Date posted: 17 April 2025

Consultant: Richard Johnson