Job Purpose To provide strategic leadership and management of all financial, commercial, and economic activities within the agency. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) ensures robust financial stewardship, effective governance, and value-for-money decision-making, enabling the organisation to achieve its objectives during a period of significant transformation. Key Responsibilities Lead the Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and government standards. Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive Team, supporting spending re-views and fee assessments. Act as: Lead Executive for the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee Full member of the Main Board Accountable Executive for risk management and corporate assurance Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee and Commercial Assurance Panel tment decisions. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of the annual report, accounts, and other statutory re-porting. Person Specification Experience (Essential) Senior financial leadership in a complex organisation (preferably public sector) Proven track record in financial management and delivering value for money Leading multi-disciplinary teams through change Strategic planning and board-level influence Building and managing diverse stakeholder relationships Shaping and delivering strategic direction Promoting operational and professional excellence Knowledge & Understanding (Essential) Deep knowledge of financial control, reporting, and performance management Strong understanding of Managing Public Money and government functional standards Expertise in high-value, high-risk procurement and emerging markets Understanding of commercial, procurement, and economics functions in a public sector context Qualifications Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development Essential Skills & Systems Experience Previous Authority Experience Ideally within public sector and complex organisations