Join Us as the Director of Finance!
Salary: £125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits | Location: Wales / Hybrid
About WPP IM Co
WPP IM Co is on a mission to become a leading FCA-regulated investment management company, dedicated to serving the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds. With over £25 billion under management for 412,000 members, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a world-class investment institution for Wales.
With government backing and authorization targeted for March 2026, we aim to operate at global standards while focusing on a Welsh purpose. Our goal is to channel long-term pension capital into vital areas such as clean energy, affordable housing, and innovation, demonstrating how responsible investment can benefit both our members and their communities.
Your Role
We are seeking our first-ever Director of Finance to serve as Executive Director and hold FCA Senior Management Function (SMF3) approval upon authorization. In this pivotal role, you will:
* Lead financial management, planning, and control across the company.
* Establish robust frameworks ensuring transparency, prudence, and accountability in a regulated environment.
* Collaborate closely with the CEO, Audit & Risk Committee Chair, and Director of Financial Risk.
* Play a key role in mobilization, authorization, and launch, building the financial systems and governance for a £25 billion organization.
What We’re Looking For
You might already be a Finance Director in an FCA-regulated setting or a senior finance professional ready to take the next step. Here’s what you’ll need:
* A strong command of financial-control frameworks, statutory and prudential reporting, and audit oversight.
* A qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Experience in designing or overseeing MIFIDPRU, ICAAP, or liquidity-management frameworks.
* Welsh connectivity or experience is advantageous but not essential.
* Welsh language proficiency is a plus but not required.
Why Join Us?
By joining our compact, high-caliber executive team, you will be at the forefront of building a financial institution that serves a public purpose. Enjoy a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact the future of investment in Wales.
Application Deadline: Please submit your CV by 07 November 2025.
We particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates and look forward to hearing from you!