Director of Finance, Governance & Operations
British Triathlon is one of the leading triathlon and para‑triathlon nations in the world, with a proud legacy of Olympic and Paralympic success, and an unwavering commitment to inspiring participation in swim, bike and run through our Home Nations of Triathlon England, Triathlon Scotland and Triathlon Cymru. Following the standout moments of Paris 2024, we’re focused on building a future‑ready organisation that has a thriving and growing community, underpinned by a strong commercial strategy, a digital first approach, and an unmatched workforce energy. As we prepare to play a key role in delivering the World Triathlon Championship Series in London over the next three years, and have our sights set on LA2028, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial and operational strategy that powers our ambitions, creating sustainable impact, driving our passion for grassroots development, and enhancing community engagement. With a turnover of circa £10 million, and a team of around 85 employees across all business areas for British Triathlon and Triathlon England, we consistently deliver world‑leading performances and drive meaningful change across the sport. Our work is deeply rooted in Triathlon England’s community and values, reflecting our commitment to development and growth as well as social impact and sustainability.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a forward‑thinking financial and governance strategy, ensuring robust infrastructure and operational controls that actively contribute to our future financial sustainability ambitions.
* Lead the budget planning and forecasting process, while developing and inspiring our high‑performing Finance, Governance & Operations teams to continually drive excellence throughout the wider organisation.
* Report directly to the CEO, acting as a key member of the Executive Team, leading Finance, Governance, and Operations with vision and purpose.
* Empower talented teams, foster collaboration, and drive operational excellence that shapes the future of British Triathlon.
* Support the organisation’s growth and sustainability through data‑driven decision making, technology adoption and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
* Fully qualified financial professional with proven experience in finance, governance and operations at a senior level.
* Strong analytical and data‑driven mindset, with the ability to transform performance data into actionable insights.
* Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills.
* A passion for sport and a commitment to creating a positive impact across communities.
* Experience in leading or managing high‑performing teams and driving operational excellence.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, enhanced with a flexible holiday buying scheme.
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
* 2 days paid volunteer leave.
* Free and accessible parking on Loughborough University campus.
* Pension scheme, life assurance scheme, and private medical insurance.
* Support for a healthy lifestyle, including discounted gym membership at Loughborough University campus and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
How to apply
To apply, please visit the full job description at britishtriathlon.org/about-us/job-vacancies, then email your CV and a covering letter to hr@britishtriathlon.org outlining why you believe you’re the right fit for this role. You may also include your salary expectations.
Closing Date
This role will close on Sunday 7 December 2025. We encourage an early response as the role may close early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
Interview Date
Interview date: Wednesday 17 December.
For informal enquiries about the role please contact hr@britishtriathlon.org. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide feedback prior to the interview stage. If you have not received an invite to interview by 11 December, please assume your application has not been successful.
Please note that details of our equality and diversity policy can be found at britishtriathlon.org/about-us/governance/policy-documents.
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