At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive commercial performance and operational excellence in a dynamic business environment.
- Company: Leading professional services organisation with a focus on strategic growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to influence major business decisions.
- Other info: Join a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of shaping strategy and driving sustainable growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in business performance and strong financial management skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 80000 £ per year.
A leading professional services organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Business Performance to partner with a senior business leader and play a key role in driving commercial performance, operational excellence and strategic growth. This is a high-impact leadership position sitting at the heart of a major business unit. Working as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you will help shape strategy, influence decision-making and ensure the successful delivery of business plans across a complex and fast-moving environment.
The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence, challenge and support senior leaders to achieve sustainable growth and improved profitability.
The Role
- Partnering with senior leadership to develop and deliver business strategy
- Leading financial planning, forecasting and performance management activities
- Driving profitability and identifying opportunities for business improvement
- Translating strategic objectives into operational delivery plans
- Monitoring business performance and providing insight to support decision-making
- Leading cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency and commercial outcomes
- Influencing stakeholders across finance, people, marketing and business development functions
- Identifying risks and implementing effective mitigation plans
- Supporting organisational change and transformation initiatives
- Developing a culture of accountability, commercial awareness and continuous improvement
About You
You will be a commercially minded business leader with experience operating in a complex, professional environment. You are likely to bring:
- Significant experience in business performance, commercial leadership or business partnering roles
- Strong financial and commercial management capability
Head of Business Performance employer: Blue Legal
As a leading professional services organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that champions collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our employees benefit from extensive growth opportunities, including leadership development programmes and the chance to influence strategic decisions at the highest level. Located in a vibrant business hub, we offer a stimulating environment where your contributions directly impact our success and drive sustainable growth.
