Chief Financial Officer

SF Recruitment
London
Chief Financial Officer | PE-Backed | People Services | UK-Wide

SF Executive is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed people services business to appoint a commercially driven and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a high-growth organisation with offices across the UK, a strong leadership team, and a compelling value creation plan underpinned by strategic M&A.

The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the PE investors, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the business, with a specific focus on:
- Delivering high-quality, insightful financial leadership across a multi-site operation
- Leading and executing a well-developed M&A agenda, including due diligence, deal execution, and integration
- Driving performance improvements across finance, operations, and commercial functions
- Preparing the business for a successful private equity exit in the coming years

Personal Specification
We are seeking a high-impact CFO who thrives in a dynamic, private equity environment. You will have:
- Prior experience as CFO in a PE-backed business
- A proven track record of leading M&A transactions, including post-deal integration
- The ability to act as a true business partner to the CEO, board, and investors
- Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills
- A commercial mindset and the resilience required in a fast-paced, evolving setting

The Package
- Base Salary: £150,000 - £250,000 (dependent on experience)
- Bonus + Equity participation: Significant wealth creation potential
- Flexible working with regular access to UK-wide offices
Posted 2025-06-07

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