Head of Treasury

A senior leadership role overseeing a £6bn debt portfolio, shaping funding strategy, managing financial risk, and driving ESG-focused treasury initiatives. The position offers hybrid working and direct influence across capital markets, investor relations, and executive decision-making.

Client Details

My client is a prominent UK-based organisation with a substantial national footprint and a strong social mission. They manage a diverse portfolio and combine operational scale with a purpose-driven approach. The organisation blends the financial sophistication of a large corporate with a long-term commitment to delivering meaningful community outcomes.

They are currently seeking a talented Head of Treasury to help lead and evolve a funding platform in excess of £6 billion. This is a pivotal role, driving treasury strategy that supports long-term investment, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Description

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Treasury & Corporate Finance, stepping in as a deputy when needed, and will be responsible for leading the organisation's funding strategy, financial risk management, compliance, and reporting. This role also involves overseeing treasury systems, managing bank and capital markets funding, and supporting ESG-led treasury initiatives. You will lead a capable team and play a key advisory role to senior stakeholders across the organisation.

• Lead the strategy, management, and optimisation of the organisation's £6 billion debt portfolio, including bank funding and capital markets issuance.
• Advise on capital structure and capital sourcing in line with wider corporate strategy.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver project-specific development finance solutions.
• Manage interest rate risk and oversee a substantial derivative portfolio.
• Maintain strong, long-term relationships with banks, institutional investors, and credit rating agencies.
• Ensure robust treasury reporting and compliance with borrowing covenants.
• Drive the treasury systems strategy to enhance efficiency and value.
• Play a central role in the delivery of the organisation's sustainability and ESG finance agenda.
• Act as a senior representative within the finance function, deputising for the Director of Treasury & Corporate Finance when required.
• Lead, support, and develop the treasury team to meet changing business needs.
• Provide treasury technical expertise and guidance to the broader organisation.

Profile

• AMCT qualified (or equivalent) with substantial senior-level treasury experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex debt portfolios and working with a mix of funding instruments.
• Strong background in investor relations and working with credit rating agencies.
• Proven leadership capabilities and ability to develop and mentor high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders.
• Commercially astute, strategic, and able to drive continuous improvement.

Job Offer

This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior treasury role at a well-established and mission-led organisation with a major funding platform. You'll be involved in capital markets activity, ESG financing, and strategic decision-making, all while contributing to a wider social purpose. The role offers hybrid working from a central London location and the chance to work with a dynamic leadership team in a high-impact environment.