CFO / COO – Finance & Operations Leader Fast-Growing ConsultancySummary
We're hiring a CFO/COO for
BFY Group
, one of the UK's fastest-growing consultancies, a recognised Great Place To Work, and an employee-owned business (EOT). This pivotal role sits on the
Senior Leadership Team
and the
EOT Board
, with a six-figure package including bonus, LTIP, and equity. Bring your commercial finance expertise and help shape the future of our employee-owned business.
About Us
Our purpose is
enabling the transformation of the utilities industry
—innovating with clients to drive
exceptional outcomes
across people, technology, products, and services.
At BFY, you'll find us working as
trusted advisors
with a wide range of organisations, including leading and emerging firms across the utilities sector—covering water, energy services, infrastructure, and more. What sets us apart is our blend of
industry expertise and consulting capability
. We hire leading experts from the sectors we serve, who bring empathy and a commitment to deliver transformative change. From strategic issues to operational details, our team delivers practical, effective solutions that create lasting results and inspire new ways of working.
We're proud to have been:
* Named one of the
UK's Leading Management Consultants
by the
Financial Times
* Featured in
The Sunday Times Hundred
as one of the UK's fastest-growing private companies
* Recognised with multiple
Great Place To Work
awards
* Selected by Private Equity clients as one of the
50 most ambitious businesses and leadership teams in the UK
Recognised for our hands-on, collaborative style and a people-first culture, we're fuelled by
world-class
industry expertise and a commitment to delivering
exceptional
client outcomes.
The Role
We seek a commercially savvy CFO/COO with
strong
business-partnering skills to lead our Finance, People & Culture (HR), and Internal Operations/Practice Management functions. Reporting to the Managing Partner, this role is integral to executive leadership and the EOT Board.
The role will require an excellent leader, capable of coaching teams to create a future-ready internal function which underpins BFY's growth ambitious, and the vision of the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
You'll also:
* Lead on
legal and commercial matters
, including contracts, risk management, and governance
* Drive financial and operational strategies that support our growth ambitions
* Be part of the team championing employee ownership, embedding EOT values in decision-making
Your Team
* Finance:
Head of Finance, Finance Manager, Bookkeeper, external Audit/Accounting partner
* HR & Legal:
Head of People & Culture, outsourced HR/Legal support, external legal advisors
* Operations:
Practice Manager, Business Support Manager
Key Responsibilities
* Financial leadership:
Own planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and actionable insights to drive commercial outcomes
* Operational oversight:
Manage internal operations, process efficiency, and systems to support scalable growth
* Commercial influence:
Partner with practice leads and directors, aligning financial insight with business development
* Leadership & governance:
Serve on the EOT Board, reinforcing employee-ownership values and financial integrity
* Legal & contracts:
Oversee commercial contracts, supplier agreements, and legal compliance, supported by external advisors
* People & Culture:
Lead HR strategy, talent development, inclusion, and performance management
* Team leadership:
Lead a lean, high-impact Finance team, People & Culture professionals, and Ops staff
About You
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), ideally with relevant professional services experience
* Deep commercial acumen; able to translate numbers into strategy
* Hands-on operator who's comfortable in the detail as well as the strategy
* Strong business-partnering skills—collaborative, insightful, and able to help shape financial outcomes
* Experience partnering with founder-led businesses is beneficial
What's On Offer
We're a
high-performing team
that looks after each other, putting real effort into creating an environment that offers
meaningful work
, the opportunity to
develop and grow
, and the chance to
have fun whilst doing it
.
* Competitive
six-figure package
, aligned with your capability and experience
* Biannual bonus scheme (linked to performance reviews)
* LTIP and equity scheme
* EV car scheme via salary sacrifice
* 33 days holiday (25 days plus 8 bank holidays) with a holiday purchase scheme
* 1 additional day of holiday per year after 2 years of service (up to 5 extra days)
* Private medical insurance
for you, your cohabiting partner, and children under 18
* Access to high-quality
wellbeing support
through our specialist partners
* Option for
additional pension savings
via salary sacrifice
* Influence over the
employee-owned future
of BFY Group
To Apply
Email
with:
* Your CV
* A brief covering note on your fit, motivation for the role, and target package range
* A reference from a previous employer/senior referee