Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development

Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development
Initial 6‑month contract | Immediate start
£600–£650 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 27 April 2026.

Are you ready to step into a high‑impact leadership role at the heart of growth, regeneration and city shaping? As Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development, you will work directly with the Director of Finance, influencing multi‑million‑pound investment decisions that shape places, communities and long‑term economic outcomes. You’ll lead a team of commercial finance professionals and sit at the centre of ambitious regeneration, housing and infrastructure programmes where finance genuinely drives change, not just reports on it.

This is a pivotal opportunity to use your commercial mindset, capital expertise and leadership skills to enable sustainable growth and maximise value from public and private investment. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy partnering at senior level and want your work to visibly transform a city, this role delivers.

Your Role as Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development:
• Strategic financial leadership across growth, regeneration, housing and planning portfolios
• Capital programme oversight including business cases, investment appraisals and funding strategies
• Commercial insight on land, property and development opportunities
• Senior partnering & influence with directors, members and external partners
• Team leadership & governance, ensuring strong control, risk management and value for money

Your previous experience as Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development:
• Senior finance leadership experience in a complex organisation
• Proven capital & regeneration finance background with large‑scale programmes
• Expert business case development and investment appraisal skills
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder management
• Track record of leading teams and delivering transformation

This role offers pace, visibility and influence. You’ll be trusted to shape financial strategy, deputise for the Director of Finance when required, and play a defining role in delivering inclusive and sustainable growth outcomes. With a hybrid working pattern and a competitive day rate, it’s an ideal contract for an experienced finance leader looking for challenge and purpose.

If you’re interested in discussing this Strategic Finance Business Partner – Growth & City Development opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a great fit, please contact Maddison Barry on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.
We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in touch.

Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and recruiting on merit. All reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.

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