We are partnering with a private equity-backed, multi-site care provider entering a critical phase of transformation, turnaround, and value creation. With a clear mandate to stabilise performance, drive operational improvement, and position the business for a future sale, the group is seeking a high-calibre Finance Director to work alongside an ambitious CEO and investor group. This is a pivotal, hands‑on leadership role with genuine influence over the trajectory and ultimate exit of the business. The Opportunity

Lead the financial turnaround of a complex, multi-site care portfolio Drive performance across occupancy, fee strategy, agency control, and cost optimisation Stabilise and strengthen financial controls, reporting, and cashflow management Partner closely with the CEO and PE investors on strategy, value creation, and exit planning Support M&A activity, integration, and refinancing where required Build and lead a high‑performing finance function fit for scale and sale

The Mandate

This is not a steady‑state FD role. You will be brought in to: Diagnose and address underperformance across the group Improve visibility, grip, and accountability across financial and operational metrics Professionalise systems, reporting, and governance in a PE environment Deliver a clear value creation plan aligned to a medium‑term exit

The Candidate

Proven experience at Financial Controller / Head of Finance level within a multi-site, operationally complex environment. Hands on approach is essential. Strong track record in turnaround, transformation, or performance improvement scenarios Experience in private equity-backed businesses is highly desirable Deep understanding of cash, working capital, and operational levers in a service‑led business Credible operator—comfortable in the detail, but able to operate at board level Care, healthcare, or adjacent sector experience strongly preferred

Why This Role?

True impact role with visibility at investor level Opportunity to shape and deliver a full turnaround and exit journey Platform to step into a CFO position post‑transaction

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