Interim Head of Financial Policy

The Head of Financial Policy is a senior leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing financial policies that ensure fiscal responsibility, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with organisational goals. This role plays a critical part in shaping the financial governance framework and advising senior leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and long-term planning.
Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development & Oversight
  • Lead the design and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and frameworks. Looking at the impact of policy change and putting a plan in place to implement these changes.
  • Ensure policies align with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. Plan key dates in the calendar year e.g. closing of accounts.
  • Regularly review and update policies in response to internal and external changes. Looking at where the trading companies will sit.
    
    
• Strategic Financial Planning
  • Provide expert advice on financial policy implications for strategic initiatives.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial policy with business objectives.
  • Lead scenario planning and financial modelling to support policy decisions.
    
    
• Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with national and international financial regulations.
  • Oversee internal audits and risk assessments related to financial policy.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
    
    
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Communicate financial policy changes and implications to internal stakeholders.
  • Provide training and guidance to finance and non-finance teams.
  • Represent the organisation in policy discussions with external partners and government bodies.
    
    
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and mentor a team of financial policy analysts and advisors.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is compulsory.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial policy, financial planning, or regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of financial regulations, accounting standards, and policy frameworks.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High integrity and sound judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams.

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