Professional Services Chief Financial Officer

Location: London The CFO will be responsible for building a best-in-class finance function capable of supporting rapid growth and international expansion. Initially focused on strengthening core finance capabilities, the role will evolve into a strategic leadership position overseeing M&A, integration, and exit readiness. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the private equity sponsor, the CFO will act as a strategic partner to the board while maintaining rigorous financial control. Key Responsibilities Establish best-in-class financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes Implement robust financial controls and governance frameworks aligned with private equity standards Ensure accurate, timely reporting to board and investors Private Equity Partnership & Value Creation Partner closely with the CEO and sponsor to deliver the value creation plan Drive performance improvement initiatives Prepare the business for exit readiness M&A & Integration Lead financial due diligence, deal structuring, and transaction execution Support acquisition financing discussions with banks and debt providers Oversee post-deal integration to ensure value capture and operational alignment Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with lenders, auditors, and advisors Operate effectively within a high-performance professional services environment The Right Candidate Experience & Background Proven CFO within a private equity-backed environment Demonstrated success in buy-and-build strategies, including due diligence, deal execution, and post-merger integration Experience within professional services or people-based businesses Track record of preparing businesses for exit Technical Expertise Strong financial modelling, valuation, and deal structuring capabilities Deep understanding of PE reporting standards and governance Experience implementing ERP and business intelligence systems Strong debt and covenant management experience Leadership & Personal Attributes Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills Commercially astute, strategic thinker with operational discipline Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills This is a rare opportunity to: Shape and scale a high-growth professional services platform Lead an ambitious international buy-and-build strategy Play a central role in value creation and eventual exit #J-18808-Ljbffr