CFO

Job Description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | PE‑backed Biopharma Business

Location: London (Hybrid)

Sector: Biopharma

Compensation: Up to £180,000 + bonus + equity

Overview

We are partnering with a private equity‑backed biopharma business at a critical stage of its growth journey to appoint a high‑calibre CFO. This role will be instrumental in professionalising the finance function, supporting international expansion, and leading M&A activity. Working closely with the CEO, Board, and investors, the CFO will play a central role in shaping and delivering the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, driving professionalisation, scalability, and best‑in‑class processes, controls, and systems
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, providing insight and challenge to support decision‑making
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes across a growing international footprint
• Lead all M&A activity, including target evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and post‑acquisition integration
• Support international expansion, including market entry strategy, financial structuring, and operational setup
• Oversee cash management, funding, and capital allocation, working closely with private equity stakeholders
• Deliver high‑quality board reporting and investor communications
• Ensure robust governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks are in place, appropriate for a scaling biopharma business
• Build and mentor a high‑performing finance leadership team

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant post‑qualified experience
• Proven CFO (or Divisional CFO / Finance Director ready to step up) experience within a private equity‑backed, high‑growth environment
• Experience in biopharma, life sciences, or a closely related regulated sector
• Strong track record of professionalising finance functions and supporting scale
• Demonstrable M&A experience, including leading transactions and integrations
• Experience supporting international expansion across multiple jurisdictions
• Highly commercial, with the ability to operate strategically and at pace
• Credible, influential leader with strong stakeholder management skills, including Board and investor exposure