• About the Role:

    We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of DC Pensions to lead and evolve our Defined Contribution (DC) pension proposition. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall direction, governance, and delivery of our DC pension strategy, ensuring it aligns with member outcomes, regulatory expectations, and business goals.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead the DC pensions team, driving innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement.
    • Develop and implement long-term DC pension strategies that deliver strong member outcomes and reflect market best practices.
    • Oversee all aspects of scheme governance, compliance, and trustee engagement.
    • Act as a senior advisor to the Board, Trustees, and Executive Team on DC pension policy and market developments.
    • Manage relationships with key stakeholders including regulators, investment managers, consultants, and third-party administrators.
    • Monitor industry trends, legislation, and economic factors to ensure the scheme remains fit for purpose and competitive.
    • Champion member communications and engagement initiatives to drive participation and understanding.

    About You:

    • Deep technical knowledge of UK DC pension schemes, governance, and regulation.
    • Proven leadership experience within pensions or financial services, ideally at a strategic level.
    • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus at all levels.
    • Strong understanding of investment strategy and provider management.
    • A passion for improving member outcomes and experience.

    Why Join Us?

    • Lead one of the most critical areas of our business at a time of transformation and growth.
    • Work with a high-performing, collaborative leadership team.
    • Enjoy a competitive reward package, excellent benefits, and a flexible working environment.
    • Make a real difference to the retirement futures of thousands of members.

    In Return

    Excellent Salary and Bonus package as well as equity stake

    Flexible working, can be based anywhere in the UK with a home or hybrid working policy from a range of nationwide offices.

    Excellent career opportunities going forward within a expanding firm – coming in at a Leadership level role.

    Please quote 51253 when calling Sarah at Alexander Lloyd or email them at sha@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

    Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Head of DC Proposition

  • About the company:

    Alexander Lloyd is in partnership with one of the UK’s fast growing Pensions Consultancies, with an excellent reputation from clients and employees alike. We are recruiting for a Pensions Sales Director to join the business on a permanent basis and be part of the exciting growth they are enjoying. This opportunity is a hybrid position and will be aligned to any of the UK offices across the UK and operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement. For the right candidate we would also be open to speaking with part-time candidates.

    About the role:

    As a Pensions Sales Director the successful candidate will be part of the Operational Solutions team, you’ll be at the forefront of helping some of the UK largest and most complex pensions schemes and deliver exceptional outcomes for their members.

    Key responsibilities:

    • Lead growth – drive business development in the pension’s operations, data and benefit rectification space, building strong relationships and convert opportunities into successful outcomes.
    • Consult – give strategic support and guidance to clients, delivering high quality and forward-thinking solutions.
    • Pension Projects – including GMP equalisation, data and administration.
    • Propositions development – influence on strategic plans for growth of the Operation Solutions business support.
    • Drive innovation – contribute to new tools and technologies for data management etc.
    • Mentor and lead – support and grow individuals with coaching, leadership and performance development.

    Keys skills and experience required:

    • A strong track record of winning and delivering new business, from within the Pensions industry.
    • Excellent communicator who is confident to lead pitches and build client relationships.
    • An established network of industry relationships – ideally including independent trustees and senior pension stakeholders.
    • Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and passion for innovation.
    • Strong people leader, experienced in mentoring and developing teams.

    Ready to help shape the future of pensions? Apply today?

    Pensions Sales Director

  • About the company:

    Alexander Lloyd is in partnership with one of the UK’s fast growing Pensions Consultancies, with an excellent reputation from clients and employees alike. We are recruiting for a Pensions Sales Director to join the business on a permanent basis and be part of the exciting growth they are enjoying. This opportunity is a hybrid position and will be aligned to any of the UK offices across the UK and operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement. For the right candidate we would also be open to speaking with part-time candidates.

    About the role:

    As a Pensions Sales Director the successful candidate will be part of the Operational Solutions team, you’ll be at the forefront of helping some of the UK largest and most complex pensions schemes and deliver exceptional outcomes for their members.

    Key responsibilities:

    • Lead growth – drive business development in the pension’s operations, data and benefit rectification space, building strong relationships and convert opportunities into successful outcomes.
    • Consult – give strategic support and guidance to clients, delivering high quality and forward-thinking solutions.
    • Pension Projects – including GMP equalisation, data and administration.
    • Propositions development – influence on strategic plans for growth of the Operation Solutions business support.
    • Drive innovation – contribute to new tools and technologies for data management etc.
    • Mentor and lead – support and grow individuals with coaching, leadership and performance development.

    Keys skills and experience required:

    • A strong track record of winning and delivering new business, from within the Pensions industry.
    • Excellent communicator who is confident to lead pitches and build client relationships.
    • An established network of industry relationships – ideally including independent trustees and senior pension stakeholders.
    • Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and passion for innovation.
    • Strong people leader, experienced in mentoring and developing teams.

    Ready to help shape the future of pensions? Apply today?

    Pensions Sales Director

  • We at Alexander Lloyd is proud to be exclusively partnering a international retail business in their search for a Finance Business Partner.

    As a Finance Business Partner, you’ll take ownership of business partnering, budget and forecast management, and month-end analysis for key areas including supply, operations, and marketing. This role requires you to deliver high-value analysis, providing commercial insights that challenge teams to exceed targets and drive sustainable business performance.

    You’ll take the lead in the budget and forecast processes, ensuring that targets are not only achievable but aligned with strategic business objectives. As a trusted advisor, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, providing key insights that inform decision-making, and offering constructive challenges to performance in line with business expectations.

    This is a highly influential role, requiring you to be a proactive partner, shaping financial outcomes, and ensuring business targets are met and exceeded.

    What you will do:

    • Review and produce MI in collaboration with the analytics teams to ensure performance is well understood and communicate any opportunities or risks to relevant teams.
    • Provide financial modelling and analysis support for major projects (e.g. procurement activities) and strategic initiatives (e.g. business cases).
    • Support the preparation of business cases for new initiatives or investments, tracking ROI in subsequent months to ensure alignment with the original submission.
    • Attend Weekly Business Reviews, supporting teams in understanding their performance relative to budget and prior years.
    • Provide reporting and MI to enhance business performance and enable better decision-making.
    • Review financial performance against budget/forecast, collaborating with FP&A and analytics teams to ensure accuracy and timely month-end closure.
    • Prepare and present financial reports for stakeholders (e.g. Ops, Logistics), providing insights into performance and its impact on future budget/forecast.
    • Produce accurate MI packs each month, including commentary on performance vs. budget/forecast.
    • Write commentary for the broader management team on financial and non-financial performance.
    • Work with the FP&A team to highlight risks and opportunities against the latest budget or reforecast.
    • Take ownership of long-range planning, budgeting, and forecasting for US Supply and Operations, including associated CapEx.
    • Collaborate with FP&A and Financial Control teams to improve processes and reporting.
    • Lead special projects (e.g., new systems, M&A, procurement activities).
    • Handle other ad hoc duties as required.

    What you will need:

    • Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)
    • Experience within Retail, Ecommerce OR FMCG is essential
    • Experience working as a Business Partner to Non-Finance stakeholders is essential.
    • Strong MS Excel skills and (ideally) experience in dashboarding tools such as Tableau
    • Experience producing management and executive packs and commentary
    • High standards of accuracy
    • Positive attitude
    • Intermediate SQL skills (preferred not required)
    • Extensive experience in business partnering roles
    • Experience of working in a either retail or manufacturing (preferred but not essential)
    • Prior experience in private equity-backed businesses or M&A (preferred but not essential)

    When calling Alexander Lloyd, please quote AMU2 and speak to Alain Multini

    Location: Central London

    Hybrid: 3 days PW in the office

    Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 DOE + bonus

    Finance Business Partner

  • As our client embarks on a very exciting growth stage the Head of Investment Valuation will play a pivotal role.

    The Head of Investment Valuation will lead the Investment Valuation team and lead the delivery of asset modelling methodology and systems, short-term liquidity risk modelling and management, and other initiatives.

    Candidate Criteria:

    The ideal candidate is a qualified actuary or equivalent quantitative and professional profile with a minimum of 10 years of working experience.

    Skills and Knowledge

    • Excellent knowledge of fixed income assets, derivatives and repo
    • Knowledge of Bloomberg and FIS Quantum is desirable
    • Excellent knowledge of Excel and VBA and potentially other financial modelling software
    • Excellent problem-solving skills
    • Good understanding of data management and analysis
    • Ability to communicate complex ideas and analysis to a less technical audience
    • Able to take the initiative to identify and solve issues proactively.

    Experience

    • The ideal candidate would have substantial experience in the Investments, Reporting or Treasury area.
    • Track record of developing practical solutions to complex technical issues
    • Experience in financial markets, in particular corporate bonds/loans, financial derivatives and repo are highly desirable.

    Please quote 51405 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.

    Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Head of Investment Valuation

  • Location – London (hybrid working is on offer but the expectation for the first year would be to have a strong office presence on average 4/1)

    Alexander Lloyd Senior Finance are delighted to be partnering a super high growth investment management organisation with the key hire of a Financial Controller

    You will be reporting directly into and partnering the CFO and we are seeking a technically sound but also strategic results-driven Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial operations, drive efficiency, and support the continued company expansion.

    The Role

    As the Financial Controller, you will be a key leader within the finance team and your direct reports will be qualified accountants, the team is responsible for managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide financial insights that drive decision-making and business performance.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and compliance.
    • Develop and implement robust financial controls, policies, and procedures.
    • Prepare accurate financial statements, management reports, and forecasts.
    • Lead budgeting, cash flow management, and cost optimization strategies.
    • Ensure compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.
    • Collaborate with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making.
    • Manage and mentor a high-performing finance team.
    • Liaise with external auditors, banks, and stakeholders.

    Candidate Profile

    • Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
    • Experience: 5+ years in a senior financial role within a high-scale SME business.
    • Strong team leadership and stakeholder management skills.

    Please quote 51406 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.

    Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Financial Controller

  • As our client embarks on a very exciting growth stage the Head of Investment Accounting & Control will play a pivotal role.

    The purpose of the role is to provide strategic leadership to the team managing the investment accounting and reporting for the group’s investments under IFRS and Solvency UK.This requires commercial understanding of the investment portfolio of financial assets, derivatives and repurchase transactions.

    In addition to the associated financial accounting processes and methods. The role will require effective development and delivery of investment accounting, reporting and asset valuation processes and controls. This role will therefore be key in the successful delivery of the organisation’s strategy and therefore strong stakeholder management skills will be required.

    Candidate Criteria:

    • Qualified Accounting or Treasury background
    • Strong knowledge of fixed income assets, derivatives and repurchase transactions, and associated accounting rules under IFRS and Solvency UK.Understanding of Solvency UK matching adjustment rules and practices.
    • Technology skills to utilise accounting and treasury software to keep track of investments, taxes and other important data or reports
    • Knowledge of Oracle General Ledger / FIS Quantum / Bloomberg highly desirable
    • Previous work experience in fixed income and derivative accounting at an insurer, bank and/or asset management firm, candidates seeking a move from Big 4 would also be of consideration
    • Experience in leading and managing a team; managing senior stakeholders; maintaining and enhancing controls and processes to meet best practice.

    Please quote 51404 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.

    Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Head of Investment Accounting & Reporting

  • About the Role:

    We are delighted to be partnering a Multi-Site rapidly growing Retail organisation who are seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller/Head of Financial Reporting to lead their financial reporting function. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all financial reporting processes while driving continuous improvements in reporting standards and financial governance.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead and manage the financial reporting team, overseeing the preparation and submission of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and regulatory requirements.
    • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
    • Develop and implement robust financial reporting processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Provide strategic insight into financial performance, trends, and variances to senior leadership.
    • Act as a key liaison with external auditors, ensuring a smooth audit process and addressing any financial reporting issues.
    • Partner with key business stakeholders, including finance, operations, and commercial teams, to support decision-making and financial planning.
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting, including automation and digital transformation efforts.
    • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and corporate governance policies.
    • Mentor and develop the financial reporting team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

    What We Are Looking For:

    • A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant experience in financial reporting, within retail/hospitality/property multi site.
    • Available immediately or a very short notice period.
    • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS (IFRS16), UK GAAP, and regulatory reporting requirements.
    • Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
    • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership.
    • Experience in working with financial reporting systems and driving process improvements.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a commercial mindset.

    Please quote JR1080 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Financial Controller – Multi Site Retail

  • About the Role:

    We are delighted to be partnering a Multi-Site rapidly growing Retail organisation who are seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller/Head of Financial Reporting to lead their financial reporting function. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all financial reporting processes while driving continuous improvements in reporting standards and financial governance.

    London area – Hybrid

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead and manage the financial reporting team, overseeing the preparation and submission of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and regulatory requirements.
    • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
    • Develop and implement robust financial reporting processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Provide strategic insight into financial performance, trends, and variances to senior leadership.
    • Act as a key liaison with external auditors, ensuring a smooth audit process and addressing any financial reporting issues.
    • Partner with key business stakeholders, including finance, operations, and commercial teams, to support decision-making and financial planning.
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting, including automation and digital transformation efforts.
    • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and corporate governance policies.
    • Mentor and develop the financial reporting team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

    What We Are Looking For:

    • A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant experience in financial reporting, within retail/hospitality/property multi site.
    • Available immediately or a very short notice period.
    • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS (IFRS16), UK GAAP, and regulatory reporting requirements.
    • Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
    • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership.
    • Experience in working with financial reporting systems and driving process improvements.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a commercial mindset.

    Please quote JR1080 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Financial Controller – Multi Site Retail

  • We are seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Multi-Site Finance Business Partner to join this exciting leisure organisation. This is a pivotal role where you will act as a strategic partner to multiple business units, providing financial insight and analysis to drive business performance.

    Hybrid with travel to London/Oxford/Surrey & 2 days a week WFH

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Partner with operational and senior management teams across multiple sites to deliver financial guidance and decision support.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to influence strategic and operational decision-making.
    • Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting to drive performance and cost efficiencies.
    • Identify risks and opportunities, ensuring financial controls and governance are upheld across all sites.
    • Assist in the preparation of financial reports and presentations for senior leadership.
    • Lead financial planning and analysis initiatives to support business objectives.
    • Drive process improvements and support system implementations where necessary.

    What We Are Looking For:

    • A fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with proven experience in a finance business partnering role
    • Experience working across multiple sites or within a multi-location business.
    • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insight.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
    • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive change.
    • Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

    Please quote 51431 when you email your CV to jri@alexanderlloyd.co.uk, alongside your Cv you are welcome to expand on the key candidate criteria above. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd Finance and Accountancy is the leading recruiter of part-qualified Accountants, Financial and Management Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Finance Directors across Surrey, Sussex, London and Kent.Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been short listed for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

    Multi Site Finance Business Partner

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