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About the Client

We're recruiting a fractional CFO on behalf of a leading infrastructure client. This is an opportunity to work with an organisation developing and operating critical infrastructure assets that underpin the modern economy.

The Role

As Fractional CFO, you will provide strategic financial leadership to support the company's infrastructure development and operational activities. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic oversight and operational expertise, with a focus on project finance, capital allocation, and value creation across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Capital Management

Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with infrastructure development and operational goals
Lead capital raising activities and maintain relationships with debt and equity providers
Optimise capital structure and manage liquidity across development and operational phases
Provide Board-level financial reporting and strategic recommendations

Project Finance & Investment

Structure and negotiate project finance facilities for infrastructure developments
Develop comprehensive financial models for new projects and acquisitions
Lead financial due diligence on investment opportunities and partnerships
Manage relationships with lenders, institutional investors, and financial advisors

Operational Finance

Oversee financial operations, management accounting, and treasury functions
Implement robust financial controls, systems, and reporting frameworks
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation
Drive operational efficiency and margin improvement initiatives

Commercial & Risk Management

Support commercial negotiations and contract structuring
Develop pricing strategies and financial frameworks for infrastructure services
Identify and manage financial risks across the portfolio
Ensure regulatory compliance and manage relationships with regulatory bodies

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Proven track record in CFO or senior finance roles within infrastructure, construction, energy, or industrial sectors
Strong experience structuring project finance and managing relationships with institutional lenders
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling for large-scale infrastructure projects
Experience managing operational finance for asset-intensive businesses
Track record of successful capital raising and stakeholder management

Skills & Attributes

Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen
Hands-on approach with ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
Excellent stakeholder management and Board-level communication skills
Strong understanding of infrastructure economics and asset lifecycle management
Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously in dynamic environments

Desirable

Experience with infrastructure M&A and portfolio management
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks affecting infrastructure sectors
Background in private equity, infrastructure funds, or project development
Network within the infrastructure investment and development community
Experience scaling businesses through growth and consolidation phases

Rate

The day rate for this engagement is fully negotiable, aligned to the candidate’s experience and the scope of the agreed fractional commitment.

Engagement Details

Fractional/part-time engagement (scope to be agreed based on business needs)
Remote working with periodic on-site meetings as required
Contractor basis
Immediate start available

How to Apply

Please complete our external application form to be considered for this role.

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