FillSpace
Sales Executive Chief Financial Officer (CFO) High Growth Start-up | European Markets | Capital Strategy & Investor Development
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Company Description
FillSpace is a transport business matching platform that connects available transport capacity with cargo opportunities across the UK and Europe. Transport companies can list empty return journeys, unused capacity on existing routes, or vehicles and drivers available in specific areas, while businesses and individuals publish cargo that needs to move.
By matching SPACE with CARGO, FillSpace turns empty miles and unused capacity into commercial opportunities, helping carriers generate additional revenue and giving customers access to transport already moving in the right direction. The company is built on cooperation rather than competition, focusing on better use of vehicles, drivers, routes, and capacity that already exist. FillSpace aims to be the trusted partner for efficient, sustainable transport matching across European markets.
Role Description
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) High-Growth Startup | European Markets | Capital Strategy & Investor Development
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We are seeking a high-caliber Chief Financial Officer to join our early-stage startup and build the financial foundation that will drive our long-term growth. This role is ideal for a finance leader with strong expertise in European financial markets, startup capital formation, and investor management.
Key Responsibilities
- Capital Formation & Grants Acquisition
- Lead the strategy and execution for securing startup grants, government funding, and early-stage capital across European markets.
- Investor Sourcing & Management
- Identify, engage, and manage relationships with private investors, venture capital firms, and strategic partners. Establish disciplined investor reporting and communication practices.
- Financial Systems & Controls
- Build the company’s financial architecture, including forecasting models, budgeting frameworks, and compliance processes that support rapid growth.
- European Market Expertise
- Navigate European financial regulations, grant programs, and investment ecosystems to position the company for sustainable expansion.
- Executive Advisory
- Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, providing financial insights that shape operational decisions and long-term strategy.
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Qualifications
- Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader in a startup or high-growth environment.
- Demonstrated success securing financial grants or government funding.
- Strong network and working knowledge of European financial markets.
- Ability to attract, negotiate with, and manage investors.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Compensation
- Equity-only compensation during the initial phase.
- Opportunity to earn a significant ownership stake and transition to a competitive salary as the company secures funding.
Why Join Us
- Shape the financial future of a company from the ground up.
- Direct influence on capital strategy, investor development, and market expansion.
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