Commercial Finance Director, APAC, MEA & LATAM - Hybrid - London/Basildon or UK-Based.
About the Company
Pharmanovia is a dynamic, fast-growing international pharmaceutical company with a portfolio of over 20 brands across more than 160 markets. Our mission is to improve patient health globally by revitalising niche, trusted medicines. Since 2013, we have grown consistently, supported by a diverse global team of over 300 employees across 29 nationalities. Our therapeutic focus includes Cardiovascular, Oncology, Endocrinology and Neurology, and we partner with leading pharma companies to maximise the lifecycle value of established medicines.
About the Role
As Commercial Finance Director – APAC, MEA & LATAM, you will act as a strategic finance leader and business partner, driving performance, profitability and long-term value creation across multiple high-growth international markets. This is a highly visible leadership role that requires strong commercial acumen, advanced financial expertise, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across a complex global organisation.
Responsibilities
* Act as a strategic Commercial Finance partner to senior commercial and operational leaders, influencing decision-making and driving business performance
* Lead financial planning processes (budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning) across APAC, MEA & LATAM
* Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights to improve profitability and support strategic objectives
* Support and challenge commercial decisions, including pricing, market access, investments and portfolio optimisation
* Deliver robust financial modelling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives, market expansion and product lifecycle decisions
* Evaluate and challenge business cases, investments and strategic proposals, ensuring strong ROI and alignment to company strategy
* Provide detailed variance analysis, identifying performance drivers, risks and opportunities with clear recommendations
* Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Operations to embed financial discipline
* Develop and implement KPIs, dashboards and performance metrics to drive transparency and accountability
* Monitor revenue, margins, cost base and operational efficiencies, identifying opportunities for value creation
* Support new product launches, licensing deals and market entry strategies through financial insight and modelling
* Deliver high-quality management reporting and executive insights to senior leadership
* Contribute to M&A activity, including due diligence, integration and performance tracking
* Ensure strong financial governance, controls and compliance (IFRS/UK GAAP where applicable)
Qualifications
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
* Extensive experience in commercial finance / FP&A / business partnering roles
* Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders in a global environment
* Strong expertise in financial modelling, scenario planning and strategic analysis
* Demonstrated success supporting commercial decision-making and revenue growth
* Experience operating across international / multi-region markets
* Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting and performance management
* Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
* Exposure to multi-entity, global organisations
* Knowledge of IFRS / UK GAAP
* Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences or healthcare sectors
Required Skills
* Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset
* Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences or healthcare sectors
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Ability to translate data into clear business insights
* Proactive, solutions-oriented and results-driven
* High attention to detail with strong big-picture thinking
* Comfortable operating in an agile, entrepreneurial environment
Pay range and compensation package
We offer a competitive salary plus a bonus and rewards package, including holidays, employee recognition awards, social events, a pension scheme, and hybrid working.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Pharmanovia is an equal-opportunity employer. Pharmanovia does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual’s race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, marital status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. Pharmanovia will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.