The Organisation

Our client is a small, growth Fintech lending business who seek an experienced Fractional CFO to work closely with the Board and CEO.  This is a hands-on, leadership role within a resource-constrained, entrepreneurial environment, requiring an individual who can operate strategically whilst remaining closely involved in day-to-day financial operations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the business through its next phase of growth, assisting Board members in developing a strategic partnership strengthening the company’s balance sheet, maintaining financial controls, and providing strategic, financial leadership and insight to help steer the organisation.

Immediate start ideally – by end June 2026.
Flexible engagement structure considered.
Significant opportunity to influence the future direction and growth of the business.
Potential for permanent appointment, including longer term equity participation

Role & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Board Leadership
Fundraising & Capital Management
Strategic Partnerships
Oversee the day-to-day management of the finance function.
Balance Sheet & Risk Management

The Desired Candidate

Proven Finance Director or CFO-level experience within financial services, lending, specialty finance, fintech, or similar environments – ideally fintech or challenging banking environments (regulated FS) 
Demonstrable experience managing complex balance sheets.
Experience working directly with Boards and senior stakeholders. A highly collaborative working approach is important. 
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decision-making. 
Ideally previous involvement in strategic partnerships, funding partnerships, or institutional lender relationships.
Experience leading and developing small finance teams in high-growth or resource-constrained businesses.
Comfortable operating in a hands-on capacity where strategic and operational responsibilities sit side-by-side.
Successful track record of fundraising for privately owned businesses, including debt and/or equity capital raises.

Please apply via the Russam portal or email: Jason.atkinson@russam.co.uk
Deadline – Noon on Friday 12th June.