Finance Executive Search

We find the financial leaders capable of steering strategy, capital, and risk.

The Modern Finance Function is a Strategic Engine

The days of the finance leader acting solely as a scorekeeper are over. Today’s Boards and investors require financial leadership that acts as a strategic architect—unlocking capital, navigating regulatory complexity, and driving commercial performance.

Whether the objective is preparing for a liquidity event, managing a complex turnaround, or professionalising the finance function for scale, the technical and cultural demands on finance leaders are higher than ever. At CJPI, we understand that a great Finance Director or CFO doesn’t just report on the numbers; they influence the future of the business. We align this critical hire with your liquidity goals, risk appetite, and existing Board dynamic.

Finance Roles We Recruit
Typical Finance Mandates Include:
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Finance Director (Group & Divisional)
Head of Tax/Finance/M&A
Our team have partnered with leaders and organisations across sectors including:
The CJPI Difference

Why CJPI for Finance Recruitment?

Standard recruiters look for a qualification (ACA/CIMA) and a sector match. We look for the "Commercial Gear"—the ability to translate financial data into actionable business strategy.

M&A and Exit Readiness
Our wider experience in M&A Strategy means we know exactly what a "Deal-Ready" finance leader looks like. We assess candidates on their ability to manage due diligence, rigorous working capital requirements, and sophisticated investor relations.
Beyond the Balance Sheet
Technical competence is the baseline. We use our proprietary assessment tools to test for leadership resilience, commercial agility, and the ability to challenge the CEO constructively—ensuring they are a true business partner, not just a guardian of assets.
Access to Passive Talent
The highest performing finance leaders are rarely browsing job boards. We use research-led headhunting to map the market and access individuals who are currently delivering value elsewhere, often in competitor organisations.
Our Approach

We combine judgement, science and our winning methodology.

Research

Uncovering the map of prospective leaders

Search

Proactive, confidential headhunting

Assessment

Benchmarked against the 'ideal profile'

Guarantee

Protection from our placement guarantee