Head of Finance - Capital Maintenance & Asset
c£112k per annum dependent on skills and experience
37 hours per week
Permanent
Location: Huntingdon
Are you a commercially astute finance leader ready to shape the future of capital investment in the water sector? We are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance for Capital Maintenance & Asset to lead financial strategy and performance across a record-breaking £7bn investment programme.
This is a high-profile role, partnering with two Executive Directors and influencing decisions that will shape infrastructure delivery through to 2040. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring value for money, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability, while leading a growing team of finance professionals.
In this role, you will:
* Act as trusted advisor to Executive Directors for Strategic Delivery and Asset Management
* Lead financial planning and performance for major capital programmes, including two reservoir projects and a major growth scheme
* Provide strategic insight and reporting to the Executive Committee, Board, and investors
* Oversee forecasting, financial control, and investment governance across capital portfolios
* Drive commercial leadership in procurement, co-investment, and alliance partnerships
* Own risk management processes and ensure regulatory assurance
* Build and lead a high-performing finance team, aligned to business transformation and growth
We're looking for someone with:
* Qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with extensive senior-level experience
* Proven track record in regulated or infrastructure-based businesses with large-scale capital investment
* Strong commercial acumen and experience in complex investment decision-making
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including Board-level engagement
* Experience working in matrix environments and leading through both direct and virtual teams
* Strong people leadership with the ability to grow/develop a team of financial professionals
* A strategic thinker with a passion for performance, insight, and transformation
* Experience of S4 Hana/Ariba would be desirable
* Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and capital efficiency tracking
As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to:
* 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (with flexibility for religious holidays)
* Car Allowance
* Personal private health care
* Life cover - 8x annual salary
* Competitive pension scheme - we double-match your contributions up to 6%
* Annual bonus scheme and lifestyle benefits
Why Join Us?
We're more than a water company - we're a purpose-led organisation committed to environmental sustainability, innovation, and delivering long-term value for our customers and communities. Join us and help shape the future of water infrastructure in the UK
Closing date: 23 July 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr