Chief Financial Officer

About the job We are partnering with a well-established, forward-thinking insurance business to identify a highly accomplished Chief Financial Officer. This executive-level role is designed for a sophisticated insurance finance leader capable of navigating complex regulatory landscapes, driving capital management initiatives, and moving seamlessly between Board-level strategy and regulatory engagements. Operating in an environment where robust governance, commercial growth, and long-term sustainability are embedded into the corporate culture, the CFO will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the Board of Directors. The successful candidate will balance deep technical expertise with sharp commercial insight to safeguard the organization's financial strength while enabling strategic expansion. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Serve as a pivotal member of the executive leadership team, shaping financial strategy, driving commercial growth, and providing financial insight to support product development and pricing. Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead corporate budgeting, advanced forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes aligned with macro-economic trends and business goals. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance: Ensure absolute compliance with IFRS (including IFRS 17 and IFRS 9), Solvency Assessment and Management (SAM), and broader insurance regulatory frameworks. Stakeholder & Regulator Engagement: Manage statutory reporting and maintain transparent, professional relationships with the Prudential Authority (PA) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA). Capital & Liquidity Management: Oversee capital adequacy, liquidity frameworks, and balance sheet optimization initiatives to ensure long-term solvency and financial resilience. Governance & Risk Management: Establish and maintain robust internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management practices across all financial operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Actuarial, Compliance, Risk, and Audit functions to align financial reporting with risk appetites. Boardroom Communication: Present comprehensive financial results, strategic recommendations, and regulatory matters to the Board, Audit Committee, and executive stakeholders. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing finance department, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous professional development. Job Experience and Skills Required Qualifications: CA(SA) designation is essential | An MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is highly advantageous. Experience: A minimum of 10 years of senior financial management experience strictly within the insurance industry | At least 5 years operating at a CFO or executive finance level. Technical Expertise: Proven expertise in SAM, solvency management, capital adequacy, and statutory regulatory reporting | Deep technical understanding of IFRS 17, IFRS 9, and insurance accounting principles. Governance: Demonstrated track record of successfully engaging with Boards, Audit Committees, and complex executive governance structures. Leadership: Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills, with a proven ability to remain composed and execution-focused under tight regulatory deadlines. Core Competencies Strategic & Commercial Acumen: The ability to convert financial data into actionable, growth-oriented business strategies. Executive Communication: High-level articulation and presence necessary to influence executive decision-making and board dynamics. Governance & Risk Orientation: An uncompromising commitment to integrity, compliance, and sound professional judgment. Resilience & Crisis Management: The capacity to manage high-pressure regulatory environments and shifting priorities with composure. Change Leadership: Ability to guide the finance function through regulatory shifts and corporate evolution. Apply today!