Average Commercial Director salary in the UK

Job Title: Commercial Finance Director Location: UK (with option to work from any of our office locations) Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Part Time, Permanent About The Role: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Commercial Finance Director to lead our commercial and financial operations and drive business profit and growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing commercial strategies, improving financial performance and governance, optimising revenue streams and ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives. This role demands a combination of leadership and analytical thinking. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement the company's commercial strategy aligned with short-term and long-term objectives.Lead and manage the commercial and operational finance team.Establish strong relationships with corporate finance, internal project managers, key clients, stakeholders and industry partners.Drive contract negotiations, pricing strategies and commercial terms to ensure desired profitability.Monitor and report on key performance metrics to the executive team, including sales and profit performance of each profit centre in the business.Create and drive strategies which help to reduce aged WIP, WIP write off and the risk of bad debt creation.Collaborate with other departments (e.g. operational finance, operational delivery, corporate finance) to support company goals and ensure operational efficiency.Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements in commercial and financial activities.Evaluate financial performance and lead business to improved financial performance and governance.Foster a culture of financial discipline and accountability across the organisation.Oversee budgeting, financial planning and analysis processes.Drive system / process improvements throughout the organisation.Act as company spokesperson on financial and commercial matters.Monitor and improve cash flow and risk management within the organisation.Implement strategies to increase the company's value. About you: Requirements: Proven experience as Commercial Director, Finance Director or similar within a consultancy.At least 10 years of progressive experience in a commercial or finance role, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior leadership role.Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful commercial and financial strategies.Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance or a related field. Key Competencies: Strategic thinking and decision-makingLeadership and team managementFinancial acumen and budget managementNegotiation and influencing skillsAdaptability and resilienceExcellent analytical skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsHigh level of integrity and commitment to transparencyAbility to operate at both strategic and operational levelsResilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environment Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: Commercial Director, Finance Director, CFO, Head of Commercial Finance, Commercial Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Head of Accounts, Director of Finance may also be considered for this role.

A major national insurance broker with a significant and growing footprint across the South West. With various offices throughout the UK, they have built a reputation for excellence and stability. Their Southampton branch is a major hub of activity, housing specialist teams and playing a crucial role in the company's regional success. This is not a business that stands still; they are always looking for the right people to help drive their ambitious growth plans forward.The teamThe successful candidate will be joining a thriving Southampton office with a team of around 70 dedicated professionals. One of the company's proudest achievements is an incredibly low staff turnover - something they work hard to maintain and which speaks volumes about the culture. The team the Commercial Director will lead consists of seven to eight established, high-calibre Commercial and Corporate Account Executives, each successfully managing portfolios of £300k+ in income. They are an experienced and capable group, ready for a leader who can support and guide them to even greater success.What's in it for the candidateThis is not a typical sales management role; our client is looking for a true leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Account Executive looking to take their first step into a dedicated management position, or for a seasoned manager seeking a fresh challenge. The focus is firmly on mentoring, developing, and empowering the team, not on managing a large, demanding personal book. The successful candidate will be a key part of the branch's senior leadership, reporting directly to the Branch Director and making a real impact on the business.The working environmentThe company believes in a flexible approach to work, but also knows that great leaders need to be visible. They operate a hybrid model where the successful candidate will be expected in the office for a minimum of two, but ideally three, days a week. This ensures they are on hand to properly support and manage their team. The business has a down-to-earth culture where attitude and potential are valued just as much as a long list of qualifications. They are more interested in finding the right person for the team than ticking boxes.Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 7-8 high-performing Commercial & Corporate Account Executives.Act as a key member of the senior leadership team within the Southampton branch, reporting to the Branch Director.Focus on supporting the team to win new business and retain existing clients through strategic guidance and coaching.Manage a minimal personal client portfolio, allowing the main focus to be on leadership and team development.Our client is open to considering established, senior Account Executives ready to step up, as well as experienced managers.The role requires a visible and accessible leader, spending 2-3 days per week in the Southampton office with the team.Salary & BenefitsOur client is offering a competitive basic salary of up to £80,000 per annum. The final figure will be dependent on the candidate's level of experience and what they can bring to the role, with the top end reserved for an exceptional candidate.Benefit package On top of a great salary, the successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support them. This includes a company car allowance, a performance-related bonus scheme, a generous pension contribution, and private medical insurance.Company USP's This is a rare opportunity to join a business with exceptionally high staff retention, reflecting its positive and supportive culture. The role is a genuine leadership position, freeing the successful candidate from the demands of managing a large personal book to focus on what they do best: developing people. It's the perfect platform to build a long-term management career within a stable and successful national broker. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.

Artis Recruitment are delighted to be partnering, on a retained basis, with a leading South Wales based employer in their search for a finance director to oversee commercial operations. Working as part of the senior leadership team this organisation is going through some really positive structural, organisational and systems change and they now require a dynamic, forward thinking, commercially biased, finance professional to complement the existing team. As part of a wider finance function and with direct oversight of 5 people this isn't a run of the mill FD role it's heavily focused on commerciality, forward thinking strategy and ensuring the organisation makes sound and robust commercial decisions. You'll use your significant commercial experience to identify opportunities and concerns and you'll need your strong accounting knowledge to ensure all the necessary financial controls and reporting processes are in place. As a strong leader with excellent communication skills who really connects with your team you will be able to get the best out of colleagues and enhance their performance through guidance and autonomy. This organisation will benefit hugely from a forward thinking, business partnering, senior finance professional who can make strong commercial decisions, can see the "bigger picture" and who can articulate reasoning for "go / no go" outcomes. You will be someone who can work collaboratively on strategy around business objectives and profitability all the while thinking about implications of decisions in the medium to long term both internally and externally. With Hybrid working on offer, a market leading benefits package and the opportunity to really develop this position into something special this is one of the best senior finance roles to come to the South Wales market in a long time. We encourage applicants who are currently working within medium to large organisations, who have recent commercial experience, and who are operating at levels ranging from Senior Finance Business Partner, Commercial Director or Financial Controller through to existing divisional and stand alone Finance Directors. This role is based outside of Cardiff but is commutable by car from most parts of South Wales and also Bristol. There will be huge interest in this opportunity so in the first instance please get in touch via application and shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial conversation.Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy