Senior FP&A Manager (Contract) – Global Supply Chain & Industrial Services Group (Listed)

Salary: £100,000 (pro rata)

Contract: 6-Month FTC

Location: Central London (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in office)

Reports: 3–4

Start: ASAP

A large, internationally recognised, listed organisation operating within the global supply chain and industrial services sector is seeking an experienced Senior FP&A Manager to join its high-performing Group Finance team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

The company is a major player in its field, supporting some of the world’s largest manufacturers, retailers and consumer brands. With operations across multiple regions and a complex, asset-heavy operating model, this role offers significant scale, challenge and senior stakeholder visibility.

The Role

Reporting into Group Finance, the Senior FP&A Manager will lead a team of 3–4 analysts and managers, delivering high-quality insight, forward-looking analysis, and robust financial planning at the Group level.

This is not a month-end role — the focus is on strategic decision support, scenario modelling, forecasting and performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Group FP&A team.
• Own the Group budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycles.
• Deliver insightful performance reporting and commentary for senior leadership.
• Build and refine complex financial and scenario models.
• Partner with regional and functional leaders across a global network.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and analytical capability.
• Support strategic initiatives, investment cases and performance reviews.

Candidate Profile

• Strong FP&A experience within a large corporate or listed business, ideally with exposure to supply chain, industrial services, logistics, manufacturing or other complex, multinational environments.
• Proven people leadership experience.
• Excellent analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Confident communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Forward-looking mindset — comfortable in a planning and insight-focused role.
• ACA qualification desirable; ACCA or CIMA also considered strongly.
• Able to start at short notice and commit to a 6-month FTC.

What’s on Offer

• £100,000 salary (pro rata).
• Hybrid working — 2–3 days per week in a Central London office.
• High-level exposure within a global listed organisation.
• Strategic, senior FP&A responsibilities with real influence.
• Opportunity to shape Group-wide planning and analytical capability.

A fast-growing, tech-enabled platform backed by a leading private equity investor is entering a new phase of transformation and international expansion. The business provides digital infrastructure and workflow solutions to a broad professional services client base and is scaling rapidly through organic growth and strategic initiatives.

The Chief of Staff will act as a force multiplier to the CEO, supporting execution of the value creation plan and driving operational excellence across the business. Working closely with the leadership team and investors, this person will coordinate strategic projects, track performance metrics, and ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the organisation. The remit spans strategic planning, operating cadence, board preparation, and delivery of cross-functional transformation initiatives focused on digitalisation, scalability, and profitability.

This is a high-impact, visible role suited to someone with strong analytical, commercial, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will bring 3–8 years of experience from management consulting, private equity, or strategic / operational roles within high-growth software, fintech, or tech-enabled environments. They will be comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution, thrive in fast-paced and data-driven settings, and possess the gravitas to influence senior stakeholders.

The role offers exceptional exposure to senior leadership, investors, and key decision-making forums. It’s an opportunity to shape the next chapter of a market leader’s growth journey while building a strong platform for future progression into general management or operational leadership positions.

Locations: Hamburg

Office: Hybrid

Compensation: €100,000 base and bonus

Head of Finance (m/f/d)

Industry: IT Services & Software (SaaS)
Location: Lower Bavaria (Deggendorf district)
Start: Q1/Q2 2026
Contract type: Permanent employment
Annual salary Range: €140.000 – €160.000 + Equity

A fast-growing SaaS company with around 100 employees and approximately €20 million in revenue was recently acquired and is now entering an exciting new phase of growth and integration. To strengthen the finance function and support the next stage of expansion, we are seeking an ambitious and hands-on Head of Finance who will bring structure, transparency, and strategic direction to a highly dynamic environment.

Key Reasons to Join

• Thrive in a high-growth SaaS and IT services environment, offering exposure to cutting-edge technologies and fast-evolving market opportunities.

• Play a central role in the post-acquisition phase, shaping the company’s financial and strategic roadmap across Europe.

• Enjoy a broad, impactful scope that combines commercial strategy, business partnering, and financial control.

• Work closely with a dynamic CEO and leadership team as a trusted advisor and key decision-making partner.

• Take part in strategic growth initiatives, including upcoming European M&A projects, further acquisitions, and value creation objectives.

• Collaborate with renowned private equity partners with a strong European footprint, providing unique exposure and learning opportunities.

• The role offers a development path toward a future CFO position, with the opportunity to help lead a successful growth journey through to a potential exit.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead all financial management, reporting, and controlling activities, including KPI development and strategic performance monitoring.

• Build and scale robust financial processes to support rapid growth, integration, and cross-border expansion.

• Drive M&A and due diligence efforts, including post-merger integration and future acquisition projects.

• Partner closely with management and investors on financial strategy, forecasting, and operational decision-making.

Your Profile

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.

• Several years of experience in finance, controlling, or FP&A, ideally within SaaS or technology companies.

• Background in investment banking, private equity, or a Big Four firm is highly advantageous.

• Strong hands-on mentality, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills at all organizational levels.

Corporate Strategy Director

Location: London

Education

Competitive Package

We are partnering with a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, empowering people worldwide to build and transform their careers. They are seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the organisation’s corporate strategic agenda and value creation plan. The successful candidate will lead high-impact projects across the organisation, working closely with the executive leadership team to support the design, execution, and monitoring of the corporate-level strategic plan.

This role provides analytical, research, and programmatic support for corporate-level and business unit strategic initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and execution excellence across the organisation. It offers the opportunity to shape the long-term direction while delivering immediate value through targeted, high-profile projects.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work in an agile manner in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of the corporate strategic plan in partnership with the executive team.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, ensuring alignment across the group and business units.
• Provide in-depth analysis of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform decision-making.
• Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and business case development for key initiatives.
• Deliver bespoke research and analysis to support executive and board-level discussions.
• Lead and coordinate high-impact, cross-functional strategic projects that span multiple business units.
• Drive clarity of scope, ensure alignment of outcomes, and support execution against strategic objectives.
• Manage timelines, risks, and progress reporting for key initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
• Collaborate with functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure delivery of recommendations.
• Provide support for external engagements, including strategic partnerships and potential corporate development opportunities.
• Support due diligence and assessment of strategic synergies for potential partnerships or acquisitions.
• Work with integration teams on relevant strategic topics related to post-merger integration processes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in strategic planning, execution, and project management at the corporate level.
• Experience in strategy consulting or within a corporate strategy function.
• Exposure to education, professional services, digital transformation, technology, or knowledge-based industries is advantageous.
• Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of delivering strategic projects in areas such as growth strategies, internationalisation, digital transformation, and value creation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record in driving complex operational strategy projects such as operating model creation, business transformation, and related strategic initiatives.

Treasury Analyst – Private Equity-Backed Business

Location: London

Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office)

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Treasury Analyst to join a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing private equity-backed business headquartered in London. This newly created role will play a key part in supporting the Group Treasury function, with a strong focus on cash management, liquidity forecasting, and risk analysis across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

Cash Management & Forecasting

• Own and enhance the group’s short- and medium-term cash flow forecasting models.
• Monitor daily cash positions and ensure optimal liquidity across entities.
• Support working capital initiatives and cash optimisation strategies.

Treasury Operations

• Assist with bank account management, including openings, closures, and mandate updates.
• Maintain banking relationships and support onboarding of new banking partners.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and treasury policies.

Risk & Reporting

• Support the identification and monitoring of financial risks, including FX and interest rate exposures (no hedging required).
• Prepare regular treasury reports for senior stakeholders and investors.
• Assist with treasury-related input into board packs and investor reporting.

Process Improvement & Projects

• Contribute to automation and digitisation of treasury processes.
• Support treasury-related aspects of M&A integration and system implementations.

Candidate Profile

• Strong experience in a treasury or finance role, ideally within a fast-paced, international environment.
• Solid understanding of cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and treasury operations.
• Advanced Excel skills: experience with treasury management systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a PE-backed environment with evolving priorities.

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-growth, transformation-focused business with strong investor backing.
• Exposure to international operations and strategic treasury initiatives.
• Opportunity to shape and build treasury processes from the ground up.

Head of M&A – Financial Services (East Coast - U.S.) 

Our client, a high-growth, investor-backed financial services firm based in the East Coast of the U.S., is seeking a Head of M&A to lead its inorganic growth strategy. With a strong capital base and ambitious plans, the business is poised for significant expansion and is looking for a senior M&A leader to partner closely with the CEO, Board, and investors to drive value creation.

The Role: Strategic Growth Leadership

The Head of M&A will be responsible for shaping and executing the company's acquisition roadmap, driving proactive origination across the financial services landscape (e.g., wealth management, specialty finance, insurance, regional banking, or payments), and leading transactions end-to-end. This is a highly strategic role requiring a balance of vision, execution, and influence. The successful candidate will:

• Define and Evolve M&A Strategy: Develop and continuously refine the M&A strategy to align with corporate objectives and market trends within the financial services sector.

• Originate Opportunities: Proactively source, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition and partnership opportunities.

• Lead Transaction Execution: Drive due diligence, comprehensive financial modeling, valuation, and complex deal negotiations.

• Manage Deal Structuring & Financing: Oversee deal structuring, financing arrangements, and legal documentation in collaboration with internal and external counsel.

• Support Value Creation: Facilitate thorough integration planning and ensure the successful realization of long-term strategic and financial value from acquired businesses.

• Cultivate External Relationships: Build and maintain deep relationships with founders, intermediaries, investment banks, and private equity funds relevant to the financial services industry.

• Present to Leadership: Clearly articulate strategy and present compelling deal cases to the CEO, Board of Directors, and key investors.

Candidate Profile: Commercially Driven M&A Leader

We are seeking a commercially astute, strategically minded M&A professional with a strong understanding of the financial services industry.

Required Experience:

• Significant M&A Experience: Extensive background (8+ years preferred) in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or strategic consulting, with a focus on financial services deals.

• Proven Deal Track Record: A demonstrable history of successfully sourcing, structuring, and executing transactions from initial contact through to closing. Background in buy and Build roll-ups.

• Financial & Analytical Acumen: Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills, with the ability to critically challenge assumptions and drive strategic alignment across diverse business units.

• Executive Engagement: Experience engaging credibly and effectively with Boards, C-suite executives, and sophisticated external stakeholders.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field is required; an MBA or CFA designation is strongly preferred.

Position: Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Germany
Contract Type: Interim / Fixed-term

About the Company
Our client is a private equity-backed Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) in Germany. The business is experiencing strong growth and requires a hands-on finance leader to professionalise the finance function, strengthen governance, and support the next stage of value creation.

Role Overview
The Interim CFO will be responsible for building a best-in-class finance organisation, implementing robust reporting and controls, and partnering with management and investors to deliver performance transparency. This is a key role in ensuring the business is scalable, exit-ready, and aligned with PE expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and professionalisation of the finance function, including systems, processes, and team build-out.
• Establish reliable monthly reporting, KPIs, and management information to PE standards.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to support rapid growth.
• Partner with the CEO and investors on value creation initiatives, M&A opportunities, and strategic projects.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance with German GAAP/IFRS, and risk management practices.
• Implement cash flow management and working capital optimisation measures.
• Develop and mentor the finance team to ensure sustainability beyond the interim mandate.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader in a PE-backed environment, ideally in CDMO, pharma, life sciences, or related manufacturing sectors.
• Strong track record in finance build: creating reporting frameworks, scaling finance functions, and delivering investor-grade transparency.
• Excellent understanding of German GAAP and IFRS.
• Hands-on, pragmatic leader able to combine strategic vision with operational execution.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Duration: 6–12 months, with flexibility depending on transaction or transformation timelines.

Job Description: Head of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) to lead our corporate development initiatives, focusing on insurance broking and a strategic buy-and-build approach. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future growth of the organization while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment. Reporting directly to the C-suite leadership, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and executing acquisition opportunities and driving long-term value creation.

At our company, we are committed to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply as we strive to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

As the Head of M&A, your primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Corporate Development & Strategy

  • Develop and execute the company’s M&A strategies aligned with organizational growth plans.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to identify potential acquisition opportunities.
  • Lead the development of investment theses to support business expansion initiatives.

• Deal Origination & Execution

  • Source potential merger and acquisition opportunities within the insurance broking sector.
  • Lead due diligence processes across financial, operational, legal, and strategic aspects.
  • Structurally negotiate deals, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
  • Evaluate risks and returns at every stage of a transaction.

• Integration & Value Creation

  • Oversee post-merger integration efforts to ensure successful transitions.
  • Work cross-functionally with teams to realize synergies and maximize value creation.
  • Establish measurable KPIs to assess acquisition outcomes.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with internal teams, external advisors, and regulatory bodies to manage transactions.
  • Effectively communicate with project stakeholders, including board members and investors, to provide updates and strategic direction.

• Market Analysis

  • Stay informed of market trends, competitor activities, and emerging market opportunities in the insurance broking space.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in Corporate Development & M&A, particularly within the insurance broking sector or adjacent industries.
• Expertise in designing and implementing buy-and-build strategies at an organizational level.
• Strong background in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and risk analysis.
• Ability to effectively lead negotiations and manage multiple complex transactions.
• Exceptional strategic thinking coupled with a results-driven mentality.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous in-house M&A or corporate development experience in insurance broking is highly desirable.
• MBA, CFA, or relevant advanced degree.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the insurance and financial services sector.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in leadership practices and decision-making processes.

Day-to-Day

• Meet with senior leadership to refine M&A strategies and align priorities.
• Identify, vet, and engage with potential acquisition targets and maintain a robust deal pipeline.
• Lead financial and operational due diligence activities, coordinating with cross-functional internal teams and external advisors.
• Prepare and present financial models, term sheets, and board-level reports.
• Negotiate deal terms, ensuring favorable outcomes for all stakeholders.
• Oversee the post-merger integration process, ensuring business continuity and realization of synergies.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive landscapes to uncover new opportunities.
• Promote an inclusive work culture in all aspects of leadership and team collaboration.

We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and welcome applications from candidates of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. Let’s reshape the future of insurance broking together!

To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your expertise in M&A and corporate development.

Head of UK – Commercial Director

Location: London, United Kingdom

IT Consulting

Competitive Package

We are exclusively partnered with a high-growth, PE-backed European technology consultancy that is redefining the ERP and digital transformation space. With a strong foothold in continental Europe and flagship clients in the automotive and manufacturing sectors, the business is now launching its UK growth journey—anchored by a major existing relationship with a world-renowned automotive brand.

This is a rare, high-impact opportunity to establish and lead the UK business from the ground up. You will be the company’s senior representative in the market—combining strategic leadership, commercial drive, and operational oversight to accelerate growth in one of Europe’s most competitive consulting sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the UK operation with full commercial and legal authority, reporting directly to Group leadership.
• Driving growth from an existing anchor client into new ERP and digital transformation engagements across manufacturing, automotive, and defence.
• Building and maintaining senior client relationships, winning large-scale ERP consulting projects (SAP, Oracle, Infor, etc.).
• Establishing and grow a London-based consulting team, ensuring delivery excellence and client satisfaction.
• Representing the business at the highest level in the UK market, building brand presence and credibility.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Senior commercial leader with significant experience within IT consultancies.
• Deep expertise in ERP consulting with a strong UK network in manufacturing and industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of winning and delivering large transformation programmes.
• Comfortable bridging corporate structure with entrepreneurial agility.
• Strong communicator and relationship builder with the credibility to operate at C-level.
• This role offers the chance to take the helm of a new market entry, shape its success story, and work with some of the most prestigious names in industry.

For more information, please apply for this role or contact Alba Amigo at alba.amigo@phippscameron.com