Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create.We are looking for a Chief Financial Officer to join our team. This is a full-time and permanent role, working 36 hours per week.The Benefits- Salary from £151,177, depending on skills, experience and location- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years- Matched pension contributions up to 10%- Flexible hours- The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector- Apprenticeship opportunities- Subscriptions to professional bodies- Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members- 25% discount in our shops and cafes- Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave- Options to buy additional leave- An inclusive working atmosphere everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs- Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history eventsThis is a major role in the Senior Management Team, playing a crucial role in helping us achieve financial sustainability, ensure compliance, manage our risks and ensure our resourcing functions are at their optimum. The new postholder will take up the role at an exciting time for English Heritage under its interim Chief Executive Geoff Parkin.Our Chief Financial Officer will play a pivotal role in shaping our future. Working closely with our Board and executive team and overseeing a complex investment pipeline, we are looking for someone who marries commercial disciple with collaborative influence.You will be a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), helping develop the 10-year vision into a detailed rolling programme of 3-year strategic plans. You will provide financial leadership and drive the operational and financial effectiveness of the organisation, ensuring all Corporate Services functions deliver consistent, quality, customer-focused services. You will manage key relationships including the Chair of the Board of Trustees and the Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee, as well as with Historic England, internal and external auditors, fund managers, pensions advisers, and insurers, regarding the responsibilities as Chief Financial Officer, including the performance of the external advisers.To be considered for the position of Chief Financial Officer you will:- Qualified CCAB accountant, with significant post-qualification experience gained across different sectors and disciplines.- Experience of dealing with and recognising the distinct needs of a charitable organisation and a political sensitivity to effectively manage this.- Proven leadership of large multi-disciplinary teams of professional/specialist staff, notably finance and, ideally, technology.- Successful experience of strategy development and business planning.- Committed to supporting and challenging the organisation's other functions and holding them to account to achieve excellence, efficiency, focus on output, and effective management control.If you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please submit your application via: https://micro.green-park.co.uk/english-heritage/how-to-apply/If you would like to know more about the role or selection process, please contact Tessa Catt, Executive Search partner at Green Park by email at tessa.catt@green-park.co.ukFind out more about us and what we do: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/ You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-people/careers-with-us/Everybody's welcome at English HeritageForget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing.We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments.Closing date: 15/02/2026 23:59:59
