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At Navys, we are building the most advanced funds lawyer, ever.
Navys is transforming the fund formation process by combining deep legal expertise with AI. It isn’t another chatbot or document summarizer: we are creating the Legal Operating System for funds.
Navys fuses internal legal precision and external regulatory insight into a living system that learns, reasons, and scales with fund professionals.
We are seeking an ambitiousHead of Financeto join our team on a full-time basis. This role is London based and requires in-office availability during standard UK business hours. This is a unique chance to work alongside experienced private funds lawyers and innovators in a tech-forward environment. Navys is not just a better tool. It is a different model of how legal software should be built. You will be working on a product that completely reshapes the legal industry.
AsHead of Finance, you will take ownership of the company’s financial strategy, operations, and compliance. You will play a critical role in shaping Navys’ growth trajectory, building a scalable finance function, driving investor relations, and ensuring financial discipline as we expand.
What you’ll own (first 12 months)
* Build and own Navys’ financial strategy, budget, and forecasting models.
* Set up robust financial operations and reporting processes from the ground up.
* Manage cash flow, runway, and capital allocation to support growth.
* Lead financial planning around fundraising, investor reporting, and board updates.
* Ensure compliance with accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.
* Partner with the CEO and leadership team to shape long-term business strategy.
Must-have technical foundations
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* 5+ years’ experience in finance, preferably with exposure to start-ups or high-growth companies.
* Strong grasp of accounting principles, financial modelling, and compliance requirements.
* Experience in cash flow management and scenario planning.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
* Desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment and a go-getter attitude.
Nice-to-have extras
* Previous experience as Head of Finance or Finance Lead in a start-up or scale-up.
* Exposure to the legal tech, SaaS, or financial services industry.
* Experience supporting fundraising and investor relations.
* Knowledge of venture capital dynamics and scaling SaaS metrics.
You’ll thrive here if
* You are talented, focused and aligned with our mission– we are building a complex product with innovative technology, accordingly we are looking for driven and dynamic candidates who can rise to the challenge.
* You are commercially minded and able to balance growth with financial discipline.
* You are confident advising founders, investors, and senior stakeholders on financial strategy.
* You enjoy building processes and systems from scratch.
* You are prepared to be accountable for and proud of the work you do and your contributions to the team. Everyone has a role to play, none less important than the other.
What we offer
* Work with a veteran team of ex-employees of leading law firms, tech companies, and AI labs.
* Direct collaboration with the CEO and leadership team.
* 25 days holiday.
* Participation in the company’s employee share options scheme (subject to tenure and performance).
* Health, fitness, and gift card discounts.
* Annual Team Trip. 2026 is skiing in the Swiss Alps.
* The chance to shape the financial future of a category-defining company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration based on individual merit and business needs.
If you feel you would add value to our ambitious and fast-moving team, apply here or through our careers page:navys.ai/careers
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Sales
* Industries
Software Development
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