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Commercial Finance Director

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Pharmaceutical | PE-Backed | International Growth Business
c. £120,000 + Benefits
London (Hybrid - 2 Days in Office)
The Company
Our client is a well-respected, PE-backed pharmaceutical company with its head office based in London. Experiencing dramatic growth over recent years, they have developed an outstanding reputation in the international market.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key appointment providing commercial finance leadership across a portfolio of business units and working closely with operational leaders and the executive team to shape commercial outcomes.
You will act as a true business partner owning financial performance, influencing key decisions, and ensuring finance is embedded into every aspect of operational and commercial strategy. This role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and is passionate about using finance to unlock value and drive strategic growth.
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Beyond the numbers, you will lead and develop a small, high-performing team, nurturing talent and setting a strong example of leadership, integrity, and accountability. You will be a sounding board to the CFO and wider Executive, providing clear, commercially grounded financial advice and contributing to long-term planning and investment decisions.
The Person
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualified experience, you will possess excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders in a constructive and commercially credible way. Strong communication, financial modelling, and data analysis capabilities are essential. Prior experience working within the pharmaceutical sector is required, bringing relevant sector knowledge to the role. A background in private equity environments and experience of M&A activity would be a distinct advantage.


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