Job Description

Are you a finance leader with strategic vision, a strong grasp of financial planning and investment analysis, and the ability to see the bigger picture?

We're looking for a

Head of Strategic Initiatives

to support the Director of Investment and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in delivering a high-quality long-term financial plan (LTFP), alongside strategic analysis and reporting across the Group.



This is a new and influential role, requiring someone who can take a high-level strategic view of the organisation, understanding how key decisions and investments affect both immediate performance and long-term financial sustainability.



You will lead the way on the financial evaluation of complex commercial initiatives, provide end-to-end support for corporate investments, and ensure our financial strategy aligns with the Group's broader objectives.

Key responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership by maintaining and developing the long-term financial Business Plan, ensuring effective forward planning tools and reporting for the business and Board to manage risk and long-term capacity. Financial analysis and evaluation of strategic investment and business growth opportunities. Delivering end-to-end financial support for corporate investments and investment growth opportunities, including asset optimisation, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and major regeneration projects and other growth routes. Deliver a range of LTFP, financial modelling and related activities to support decision making for all aspects of Group Strategy and managing risk. Analyse and review the financial impact of new initiatives and strategic decisions on the overall organisational financial capacity. Oversee robust financial monitoring and reporting service for all group commercial and corporate investment activities. Managing the day to day running of the strategic initiatives function.

Some things we are looking for:

Demonstrable management experience in finance / financial services in a large and complex organisation with substantial capital budgets. A CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent) is preferred;

significant post-completion experience is essential.

Thorough understanding of the technical, risk, commercial and strategic issues and implications arising from complex investment decisions. Strong experience of financial modelling and producing financial analysis for Strategic Investment decisions Knowledge and understanding of long term financial planning and investment appraisal methodologies Well-developed business management skills and understanding of delivering an excellent customer-based service in a complex organisation with both social and commercial activities Although home-based, you must be able to travel to our offices in

Solihull and Worcester

, typically 2-3 times per month.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to play a senior role in shaping strategic investment decisions and drive sustainable growth across a forward-thinking organisation. You'll contribute to shaping our long-term financial strategy, and be part of a collaborative, ambitious Finance team.

Some of the great benefits we offer:

Up to 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave Family-friendly policies, including generous maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption leave, and 3 days paid urgent domestic leave Medicash membership with employee assistance programme, discounted gym access, and exclusive discounts Health Cash Plan worth up to 1,700 per year for dental, optical, physio, and complementary therapies Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution (subject to employee contribution), including life assurance Learning and development opportunities Employee reward and recognition scheme, wellbeing hub, and retail discounts

How to Apply?

Early applications are encouraged, as the vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date.



First-stage interviews will be held virtually. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange a suitable time.