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The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is a professional body which champions global water and environmental management excellence. With a community of thousands of members and organisations in over 89 countries, CIWEM’s mission is to build a global community of water and environmental professionals dedicated to working for the public benefit.
Ivy Rock Partners is partnering with CIWEM to recruit a new permanent Director of Finance & Commercial Services. Reporting into the Chief Executive, and overseeing key directorates of finance, governance, facilities and IT, this is a critical role for the organisation and a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Key duties will be as follows:
- Lead the finance department, ensuring the smooth running of in-year operational finance milestones and leading on financial strategy for the organisation
- Manage the annual budgeting process and in-year review of budgets and forecasts
Manage the year-end audit process including managing the relationship with external auditors - Manage non-finance directorates including governance, facilities and outsourced IT providers
- Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO, Board of Directors and wider SLT members
- Lead in the professionalisation of services and processes, including automation of processes and systems
- Review governance policies and ensure that effective internal financial controls are in place
- Staff management of three direct reports and a wider team of finance and non-finance professionals
About You
- You will be CCAB qualified or equivalent
- Have operated at Director level in previous organisations leading financial operations and strategy
- Exposure to or understanding of working in an SME organisation with the ability to be ‘hands on’ where needed
- Previous experience in the charities, not-for-profit or similar sector is highly desirable.
What’s in it for you
- Salary of £95,000 per annum
- Hybrid working of 2 days per week in the London-based office and remainder from home
- Up to 9% employer contribution pension scheme
- Candidates with requirements for flexible working are encouraged to apply and enquire
- Opportunity to work for an organisation on the forefront of addressing global environmental challenges.
Interviews to be held in March 2026. Ivy Rock Partners are working exclusively with CIWEM in the appointment of this position, please apply for further details or contact Holly Arrowsmith.
Director of Finance and Commercial Services
Help shape the future of a values-led consultancy transforming public services.
GGi is a leading independent management consultancy dedicated to improving governance across public services, third-sector organisations and mission-driven entities. We work with boards and leaders of some of the UK’s most interesting public purpose organisations to deliver lasting societal impact, and we pride ourselves on our ethical approach, collaborative culture and commitment to better governance.
Our clients are making a big difference to people’s lives throughout the UK. They include the NHS, local authorities, charities, housing associations, sports and arts bodies, regulators and community interest companies. Our work is interesting and diverse, and we have built a values-driven team who enjoy the work we do. We are very committed to individual development and properly budget time for learning together. Have a look through our website and it will give you a picture of the work we do and the type of team we have put together.
Following significant growth in 2025, GGi is now scaling rapidly, with ambitions to double in size by 2028. We are seeking a Finance and Commercial Services Director to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal moment in our journey.
The opportunity
This is a newly created, senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Executive. You will take ownership of GGi’s four year business plan, commercial performance and operational insight, while leading the adoption of modern digital systems to support growth.
This role offers genuine influence, autonomy and variety. You will work closely with the CEO, Board and senior team to professionalise systems, improve visibility of performance and ensure the organisation scales in a financially robust, values-aligned way.
GGI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Key responsibilities
· Lead financial strategy, governance, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow
· Oversee outsourced finance operations and embed audit-ready processes
· Drive pricing strategy, commercial input to bids and margin improvement
· Develop KPIs and dashboards to support high performance and decision-making
· Lead adoption of a unified digital platform (finance, CRM, project tools)
· Provide clear insight to the Board on growth, risks and opportunities
About you
· Values driven professional with an interest in making a difference
· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
· Senior finance leadership experience in consultancy, professional services or a mission-driven organisation
· Strong commercial, pricing and performance management skills
· Confident working with data, dashboards and financial models
· Interest in digital transformation and efficiency through technology
· Collaborative, ethical leadership style aligned with a flat structure
What we offer
· Salary: £80,000 plus generous company bonus
· Genuine work/life balance with remote working and regular in-person leadership meetings with occasional client travel
· Benefits: Contributory pension
· Impact: Opportunity to shape a growing consultancy with real social impact
· Culture: Supportive, learning, values-driven and collaborative
Closing date: 27 February 2026
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