Deputy Finance Director

At OakNorth, we are dedicated to empowering the most ambitious businesses in the UK. Since our inception in 2015, we have facilitated over $21 billion in lending across the UK and US, contributed to the creation of more than 58,000 new homes and 36,000 new jobs, and supported countless personal savers, all while boosting the UK economy.We are seeking a seaso…

Join OakNorth as a Director of Debt Finance, where you will play a pivotal role in expanding our Fund Finance offerings across the UK. Utilize your extensive network to identify and secure high-quality deals that align with our mission of empowering entrepreneurs and growing businesses through adaptable financial solutions and strategic partnerships.Since our inception in 2015, OakNorth has successfully lent over $21 billion to ambitious entrepreneurs in the UK and more than $1.5 billion in the US as of summer 2023. Our efforts have led to the creation of over 36,000 new jobs and 58,000 new homes, and we are just beginning to make an impact.As a Director, you will take complete ownership of your projects, integrating credit discipline with an unparalleled customer experience. You will foster strong individual relationships while leveraging the power of the OakNorth platform. We approach our work with an entrepreneurial mindset, and we believe that an ownership mentality is essential for success in our environment.

Join Elliptic as a Finance Director and lead our financial strategy in the dynamic world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. You will play a key role in shaping our financial operations, driving growth, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.As a Finance Director, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support our business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights and recommendations that influence our strategic direction. Your expertise will be crucial in managing financial risks and enhancing our financial performance.

Join Evervault as our Director of Finance, a pivotal role where you will drive financial strategy and operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting while ensuring compliance and risk management. You will collaborate closely with department heads to align financial goals with company objectives, enabling growth and innovation.

Lottie is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to lead our finance team during a transitional period. In this pivotal role, you will oversee financial operations, manage budgeting processes, and provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organization.

Location: London or StockholmAbout SwapSwap is pioneering the infrastructure for modern agentic commerce. As the only AI-native platform, we seamlessly integrate backend operations with an innovative storefront experience.Designed for brands aiming to sell anything, anywhere, Swap centralizes global operations, enhances intelligent workflows, and empowers decision-making with real-time data. Our offerings include solutions for cross-border transactions, tax compliance, returns management, demand planning, and a next-gen agentic storefront, ensuring merchants have full transparency and the confidence to act decisively.At Swap, we are cultivating a culture that prioritizes clarity, creativity, and shared ownership as we transform the landscape of global commerce.About the RoleIn this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping the financial and strategic direction of our rapidly evolving organization. You will have the opportunity to establish the Strategic Finance function from the ground up during this critical growth phase.Your responsibilities will span across various functions, driving strategic initiatives that define our business model with an unwavering commitment to a data-first, AI-native approach. You will not only analyze outcomes but also utilize AI to create scalable and sustainable financial workflows that are new to our organization.You will lead our Corporate Development efforts and actively participate in our Capital Markets activities related to both debt and equity. Your role will grant you the autonomy to identify opportunities, oversee execution, and establish strong connections between our global operations and long-term value creation.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Strategic Initiatives: Spearhead cross-functional projects aimed at evolving our business model, ensuring each initiative is scalable, repeatable, and leverages our AI-native capabilities.Corporate Development and Capital Markets: Take a leading role in fundraising activities for both equity and debt, while also developing our M&A and corporate development functions, identifying and capitalizing on opportunities that drive our roadmap forward.AI-Driven Financial Operations: Move beyond traditional manual processes by leveraging AI to automate workflows, building a finance function that aligns with the rapid pace of our platform.Strategic Partnering: Serve as an integral partner to the leadership team, delivering insightful analytics and strategic guidance to inform decision-making.

The Role... The Deputy Creative Lead plays a vital role in assisting the Creative Director to manage the daily operations of the design department. This position is pivotal in ensuring top-tier design and art direction, streamlined workflows, creative uniformity, and punctual delivery for all Soho House projects. The ideal candidate will embody both a design leader and operational manager, balancing team workloads while upholding brand standards. They will ensure that all design outputs resonate with the company’s visual identity and creative vision. Additionally, the Deputy Creative Lead will represent the Creative Director in senior meetings, acting as a liaison and advocate for the content and design teams. This dynamic role demands equal proficiency in both design and organizational skills. Key Responsibilities Daily Design Operations Oversee the daily workflow of the design department, ensuring timely and high-quality task completion. Track live design requests, monitor project progress, and balance team workloads effectively. Maintain oversight of all incoming briefs, prioritizing tasks based on business requirements and deadlines. Supervise color grading, image editing, and design refinements to uphold creative quality and consistency across the team, including international collaborators. Approve design outputs for newsletters, social media graphics, and pre-press print materials prior to distribution. Serve as a senior graphic designer and art director, allowing the Creative Director to focus on larger projects and high-level art direction. Brand Standards & Quality Control Ensure that all creative outputs comply with brand guidelines and visual standards established by the Creative Director and leadership team. Provide insightful feedback to designers, maintaining quality across all visual touchpoints in alignment with the standards set by the Creative Director. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that creative work aligns with strategic and commercial objectives. Team Leadership & Communication Act as the primary contact for the design team regarding project timelines, priorities, and workload management. Represent the design team in senior management and inter-departmental meetings while deputizing for the Creative Director. Reporting & Workflow Management Monitor and report on project status, team capacity, and workload distribution to the Creative Director, Chief Content Officer, and Head of Creative Operations. Identify and address potential bottlenecks in workflows, ensuring smooth operation across the department.

About the Role: As the Director of Finance Operations at Kerv, you will spearhead our Billing, Credit Control, and Accounts Payable teams within a rapidly evolving technology environment. Your leadership will ensure the precise and prompt issuance of invoices, effective cash collection, and streamlined supplier payment processes. Collaborating with our transformation team, you will design and implement innovative global finance practices across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in guiding teams through substantial operational changes, particularly during our current practice migrations. Your strategic vision will be crucial for successfully transitioning from manual and fragmented processes to automated, scalable, and standardized workflows. This senior role, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, will position you as a role model for your team and a vital point of contact within the company. Your Responsibilities: Operational Finance Leadership: Evaluate and optimize existing operational finance processes (Billing, Credit Control, Accounts Payable), creating a roadmap for transformation that emphasizes automation and efficiency. Collaborate with the transformation team to execute improvements, implement new systems, and establish global, scalable processes. Lead and mentor teams across Billing, Credit Control, and Accounts Payable. Billing & Credit Control Duties: Oversee the complete billing and cash collection cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Work closely with divisional account managers to facilitate timely billing and effective post-billing collections, aligning with stakeholder expectations. Guarantee timely monthly billing to support an expedited month-end close. Manage cash collections and integrate them into short-term cash flow forecasts. Develop policies, processes, and documentation for billing and credit control. Monitor WIP levels to ensure timely billing of projects. Serve as the primary contact for audits related to billing and credit control. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and implement best practices.

Our VisionAt Omnea, we are transforming enterprise operations by addressing significant challenges within procurement—a process that can often extend over months, involve over 50 emails, and necessitate input from Finance, Legal, Security, and IT departments just to finalize a purchase.With a substantial funding of $75M from Khosla Ventures, Insight Partners, and Accel, we are set to revolutionize this landscape. Our AI-driven platform seamlessly integrates every participant, step, and system, enabling fast, secure, and efficient purchasing. Users can request purchases, benefit from automated approvals and renewals, monitor supplier risk in real-time, and enjoy complete visibility over expenditures.This represents a $7B+ untapped market, and our impressive growth trajectory reflects this potential: we have increased our Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) tenfold to double-digit millions within just 18 months, gaining the trust of major global enterprises such as Spotify, MongoDB, Monzo, and Albertsons. We are proud to be recognized as the 4th fastest growing startup in Europe.Our team has previously scaled Tessian (a leading cybersecurity technology company, backed by Sequoia, Balderton, Accel, and acquired post-Series C). Comprised of former founders and operators who have successfully grown unicorns and launched exceptional products, you will collaborate with industry leaders such as Ben, Abs, Sabrina, and Rebe.About the PositionWe are in search of a Product Director - Finance to spearhead product development within the finance segment of the Omnea platform. As procurement processes are closely linked to finance operations—including generating purchase orders, processing invoices, and managing global payments—we seek a product leader with a strong background in this domain. You should recognize the commercial potential and be eager to develop a distinctive product that enhances the Omnea platform.In this pivotal role, you will actively shape product direction and drive execution from the outset, with the opportunity to build and lead a team of Product Managers as we expand—ensuring that we develop the right solutions with agility, clarity, and a focus on customer needs.

Interpath Advisory is on the lookout for a dynamic Director to propel the growth of our newly established fund finance division. Our goal is to emerge as the premier fund finance debt advisory firm, catering to a diverse array of fund finance clients.In this pivotal role, you will harness your extensive expertise in fund finance to deliver strategic guidance to funds on capital advisory and innovative financing solutions. You will spearhead complex transactions, cultivate client relationships, and uncover fresh business prospects within the fund finance landscape.The ideal candidate will boast a robust track record of executing fund finance transactions and possess an in-depth comprehension of the sector's intricacies. You will collaborate closely with our cross-functional teams to provide customized solutions that align with our clients’ unique requirements.Key Responsibilities:Oversee and manage fund finance advisory projects from initiation to completion, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring successful transaction execution.Build and maintain solid relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on all matters related to fund finance markets.Conduct thorough market analysis to pinpoint trends, opportunities, and risks within the fund finance sector, offering insights that guide clients' investment strategies.Develop and deliver compelling pitch materials, investment memorandums, and financial models to support client engagements and business development initiatives.Mentor junior team members, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional growth and improve team performance.Collaborate with internal teams to maximize cross-selling opportunities, ensuring comprehensive service delivery to clients.Identify and assess new business opportunities within fund finance markets, contributing to the expansion and growth of our advisory services.

Company Overview At Accordion, we redefine the way finance operates. As a valued partner in private equity, we facilitate essential connections between sponsors and CFOs. Leveraging our expertise in financial consulting, powered by data, technology, and AI, we empower clients to maximize value creation—supporting the CFO's office to achieve comprehensive value enhancement. If you are eager to tackle challenging projects and advance your career, join our team of over 1,400 finance and technology professionals who thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment. As we expand our presence across Europe, our London office offers a unique entrepreneurial opportunity to influence our growth trajectory while enjoying the backing and resources of a leading firm in the industry. With the support of top-tier private equity firms and our headquarters in New York, we are a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial company seeking individuals eager to contribute to something remarkable. Come make your impact. Strategic Finance Our Strategic FP&A Practice is dedicated to assisting Private Equity-backed finance teams to build capabilities that enhance performance visibility, planning, data analytics, and business collaboration, thereby driving and accelerating value creation. By blending extensive operational FP&A experience with data and technology skills, we create and implement tailored tools and processes that meet the pace and rigor expected in a Private Equity environment. This position is based in our London office. Ideal candidates should be local to the area, with the flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days per week, combining efficiency with collaboration.

Your mission:As the Director of Product Management for Finance, your primary objective is to architect and uphold a robust financial platform that ensures the integrity and compliance of every transaction within Wise’s expansive global ecosystem. You will oversee systems that secure the accuracy of over £40 billion in monthly financial flows.Your impact:Leading the Accounting and Operations workstream within the Finance Product team, you will serve as the cornerstone of financial accuracy at Wise. Your responsibility is to provide the essential services that maintain the integrity of every financial record within the Wise ecosystem.Organizational Role: The systems managed by your team will serve as the definitive source of financial data, which is crucial for regulatory reporting, tax compliance, and strategic decisions made by executive leadership.The Scale: You will direct the vision for a ledgering system that currently processes over 1 billion journal entries monthly, handling a sustained transaction throughput of 200,000 events per minute.You will also oversee Finance processes related to:Accounting business processesMaster data managementAccounts Receivable/Accounts Payable and PayoutsThe key challenges you will address include:How can you establish systems and controls that guarantee the completeness and accuracy of financial flows?What measures can be taken to mitigate operational risks within financial processes?You will define and implement a product strategy aimed at achieving real-time reconciliation and assurance on a global scale, equipping finance teams with the necessary tools to operate effectively and compliantly in over 50 countries.Joining the Finance Product team at a critical growth juncture, you will play a pivotal role as Wise prepares for its US listing. The Finance team is strategically expanding to enhance global regulatory standards and establish a solid financial foundation for Wise's rapid growth trajectory. This expansion is driven by the need to proactively improve our global financial controls and infrastructure to meet the high standards required of a US-listed fintech company.

TORTUS builds AI tools that help clinicians spend less time on documentation and more time caring for patients. Our clinical co-pilot listens, understands, and documents in real time. NHS enterprises already use our solution, and we are working with several NHS Trusts to improve care. With our core systems in place, we are ready to expand our reach. Role Overview The Finance Director will join TORTUS in London as part of the leadership team during a pivotal stage of growth. This person will work closely with the CEO, providing financial insight and ensuring stability as we scale toward and beyond Series A. The Finance Director will also build trust with the board and founders, bringing a calm and pragmatic approach to high-stakes situations. Main Responsibilities Board and CEO Partnership Act as a financial advisor to the CEO, delivering timely analysis to support decision-making. Lead financial reporting for the board, preparing clear, investor-ready materials on financials, KPIs, risks, and strategy. Translate complex financial data into clear narratives to strengthen investor and board confidence. Commercial Finance Work with the commercial team to build accurate, assumptions-based pipeline forecasts that reflect public sector sales cycles. Develop scenario models considering deployment timelines, contract phases, and revenue recognition. Standardize commercial contract terms where possible to improve cash flow predictability. Financial Planning and Analysis Lead financial modeling, maintain scenario planning, stress-test assumptions, and ensure forecasts align with actual results. This role is based in London.

Sony Interactive Entertainment Global seeks a Finance Director for its Software Forecasting & Planning group in London. This leadership position focuses on guiding financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for software products. Key responsibilities Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities for software projects Advance strategic initiatives aimed at software product growth Collaborate with teams across the business to ensure alignment on financial goals Provide insights and analytics to support business decisions Role focus This role requires a mix of financial leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to deliver clear analysis for software-related decisions. The Finance Director will play a key part in shaping the financial direction of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s software portfolio.

What You Will Be DoingWe are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Finance Director to propel the growth of our Financial Services Corporate Finance practice. In this influential leadership position, you will be essential in nurturing client relationships, identifying new business prospects, and providing top-notch advisory services within the mid-market financial services sector.Your Key ResponsibilitiesClient Leadership & DeliveryManage and cultivate key client relationships, ensuring exceptional service throughout the engagement process.Deliver proactive advisory services that align with our Conduct Risk framework and uphold our Exceptional Advisor standards.Supervise the execution of mandates, guaranteeing that work is completed by suitably skilled and senior team members.Serve as a trusted advisor, offering deep insights into FS Corporate Finance, particularly in mid-market M&A, fundraising, capital advisory, and strategic transactions.Driving GrowthTake a leading role in expanding our Financial Services Corporate Finance offerings within the mid-market.Strengthen relationships with current and potential clients, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.Enhance the firm’s market reputation and contribute to strategic commercial decisions.Leadership, People & DevelopmentInspire and develop your team in accordance with our Exceptional Leader expectations.Uphold the highest standards of technical, professional, and commercial competence while aiding the development of these skills in others.

At OakNorth, our mission is to empower the UK's most ambitious businesses. Since our inception in 2015, we have successfully lent over $21 billion across the UK and US, contributed to the creation of more than 58,000 new homes, and facilitated the generation of 36,000 new jobs. We pride ourselves on supporting hundreds of thousands of personal savers, all while bolstering the UK economy.Join Our Team This is a unique opportunity to become a pivotal member of a dynamic, high-growth bank that is transforming the landscape of business lending. At OakNorth, we seek bold and entrepreneurial thinkers who share our passion for empowering the UK's most ambitious business leaders.As the Director of Real Estate Finance, you will play a crucial role in advancing OakNorth's mission to support the UK’s most daring entrepreneurs and expanding businesses. You will have the autonomy to originate and manage high-quality deals from start to finish, emphasizing credit excellence and delivering an exceptional client experience.In this role, you will work closely with senior leadership and have the opportunity to shape your own portfolio, approaching every opportunity with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Location: London (office based) About Ebury Sports Finance Ebury Sports Finance operates as a specialized division within Ebury, focusing on tailored financial solutions for the professional sports industry. Clients include clubs, agents, and athletes managing complex international transactions. The team acts as a strategic treasury partner for leading sports organizations worldwide. Role Overview The Key Account Director - Sports Finance will drive Ebury’s growth in the sports sector. This position suits a proactive business developer who understands the unique financial landscape of sports and can introduce Ebury’s suite of FX, accounts, hedging, and lending solutions to high-profile clients. What You Will Do Business Development: Identify, pursue, and secure new clients across the sports ecosystem, including clubs, associations, agencies, and athletes. Strategic Networking: Use established C-level relationships to create opportunities and position Ebury as a preferred financial partner in sports. Product Advocacy: Apply Ebury’s specialized sports finance products to solve treasury challenges for clients. Consultative Selling: Guide clients through the unique financial cycles of sports, such as seasonal cash flow, transfer windows, and complex treasury needs. About the Team Ebury values innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Team members are supported and encouraged to grow, with a culture that recognizes each person’s contributions.

About WPP MediaWPP is the premier growth partner for the world's foremost brands. Harnessing exceptional talent, trusted data, and strategic intelligence, along with leading partnerships unified by our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open, we empower clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformative growth.WPP Media stands as WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, seamlessly integrating media, data, and partnerships to deliver personalized creativity on a grand scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear visibility into the effectiveness of their media investments.For further insights, visit wppmedia.com.Role Summary and ImpactThe Director of Client Finance Data & Platform serves as the chief architect and steward of Abacus, our essential Global Client Finance data ecosystem. This pivotal leadership position is tasked with constructing and managing dependable data pipelines, establishing robust standards, and creating user-friendly self-service interfaces that will revolutionize our Global Client Finance function.

Join Stratton Mills as a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Deputy Manager at our client’s nursery in Chiswick, London.We are seeking a passionate professional to create a safe, engaging, and educational atmosphere for children attending Crèche Play. Our client’s nursery caters to children up to five years of age, and it is essential to maintain a clean, secure, and inviting environment. Delivering high-quality early learning and care in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements will be central to your responsibilities.The ideal candidate will possess experience working with children under five and their families, along with a minimum NVQ Level 4 qualification in Child Development (or equivalent). A solid understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding practices, and principles of equality and diversity is crucial.As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including those who have successfully collaborated with nursery nurses and clients from various communities.In return, we offer a competitive benefits package:Pension schemes.Career development pathways.Attractive salary.Continuous training and development opportunities.As the deputy manager, you will support the nursery manager in ensuring the daily operations run smoothly, upholding high standards, and guaranteeing that all children thrive in a stimulating and secure learning environment.The successful candidate will:Exhibit a genuine passion for nurturing children.Have senior or supervisory experience within an Early Years setting.Possess excellent knowledge of Safeguarding and EYFS.Demonstrate experience in Early Years Business Management.Hold an NVQ Level 4 qualification in Childcare or higher.Be an effective and friendly team player.All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.This position is exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, paragraphs 1-4.We prioritize finding team members who truly care for the children they support. If you are a caring individual with the necessary skills, please click Apply now!

Are you detail-oriented with a passion for precision? If you possess a strong production background and are proficient in InDesign, this opportunity could be your next career advancement.Our client, a leading entity in the digital B2B landscape and a publisher focused on niche industries, is seeking to hire a Deputy Production Editor for one of their premier publications.This role is integral to their close-knit team, overseeing the weekly print content (including modifications to print and digital layouts) and contributing to the production of daily digital content. Responsibilities include subediting, fact-checking, and crafting designs for both digital and print formats, as well as curating daily newsletters.You will play a pivotal role in defining the aesthetic and tone of this respected publication, which serves as the UK's most trusted source of specialized intelligence.Your contribution will help uphold the highest standards of accuracy and quality in print content, collaborating with the production and engagement editor to ensure the publication remains thought-provoking. Work alongside reporters to enhance their copy, support the editor and head of content, and propose innovative strategies to continually improve how the publication presents its data-driven journalism. You will take the lead on weekly magazine print production and layout design.The ability to translate complex data into clear, accessible information through graphics and layout, along with a keen interest in B2B publications, would be advantageous.This position does not entail line management responsibilities, but you will be expected to act as a deputy for the head of production when necessary.