Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Governance

Oversee all finance-related matters across the business
Sign off monthly accounts and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and Group policies Act as a Board Member registered at Companies House

2. Financial Planning & Performance Management

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Track cash flow and ensure strong liquidity management
Analyse financial performance, identifying strengths, risks, and improvement opportunities Define, monitor, and drive financial KPIs across the business

3. Strategic Business Partnering

Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO on all finance-related matters
Support the CEO in reporting to Group Management
Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business direction Contribute to monthly Board/Director meetings and lead financial discussions

4. Growth, M&A and Business Development

Lead financial aspects of growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions
Support strategic expansion, integration, and value creation opportunities
Assist with preparation of tenders and large project submissions Evaluate investment opportunities and support decision-making

5. Capex & Investment Management

Support the CEO in Capex planning and budget allocation
Lead the preparation and submission of large Capex projects Ensure robust financial evaluation and post-investment monitoring

6. Reporting & Data Analysis

Produce high-quality financial reporting and analysis
Drive data-based decision-making across the organization Improve reporting tools, processes, and insights

7. Team Leadership & Organizational Development

8. Operational Support & Business Transformation

Define, maintain, and continuously improve the finance procedures framework to ensure standardization, compliance, efficiency, and scalability across entities in accordance with Group guidelines. Support ERP implementation and enhancement projects, ensuring alignment with business requirements, timelines, and budget objectives.

Profile & Experience

Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader, ideally in industrial, recycling, or manufacturing environments
Strong experience in financial planning, reporting, and compliance
Demonstrated experience in growth, M&A, or transformation environments
Solid knowledge of UK regulatory and corporate governance requirements Experience operating in international and matrix organizations

Key Competencies

Strong leadership and team management skills
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to influence and challenge at senior level
Results-driven with a hands-on approach Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Reporting Line

Reports to: CEO (John Lawrie Metals, entity of ArcelorMittal Downstream Business Division Recycling)

Functional alignment with: Group Finance / Group CFO

Additional Context

Key interface between local operations and Group Finance

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