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Location : Dubai & International (with travel as required)
Reports to : CEO / COO
Department : Finance
Grade : Leadership Team
Role Overview
The Group Finance Director (CFO) will lead Hoxtons' financial strategy, playing a key role in our growth through M&A and organic expansion. As a trusted advisor to the CEO and COO, you will drive performance, implement scalable financial systems, and guide a high-performing finance team across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
- Define and deliver long-term financial strategies aligned to business goals
- Support sustainable growth and profitability through robust planning
M&A and Investment
Evaluate acquisition targets and growth opportunitiesLead end-to-end deal execution including due diligence and post-acquisition integrationAssess commercial opportunities such as new markets, senior hires, and partnershipsLead and develop the finance function, including Directors, Analysts, and ControllersBuild team capability to match the pace of company growthFundraising and Exit Preparation
Partner with CEO / COO to plan future fundraises or exit strategiesSupport financial modelling, scenario planning, and investor presentationsOversee budgeting, forecasting, and KPI trackingOwn preparation of Board reports and financial insightsStakeholder Communication
Liaise with banks, auditors, investors, and legal partnersCommunicate financial insights to both technical and non-technical audiencesRisk and Governance
Identify and mitigate financial risksEnsure full compliance with financial regulations and governance frameworksCandidate Profile
Kindly note that only applicants who fully meet the below requirements will be shortlisted.
Qualifications
MBA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA (or international equivalent) strongly preferredExperience
Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience within an independant financial planning companyTrack record of scaling finance teams in fast-growth environmentsExperience working with C-level leadership and BoardsM&A and fundraising exposure, ideally involving PE or institutional capitalSkills
Advanced Excel and financial modellingExperience with budgeting, reporting systems, and forecasting toolsStrong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsUnderstanding of capital structures, PE funding, and debt facilitiesHard Work Willing to go above and beyond to get resultsContinuous Learning Committed to personal and team developmentAdaptability Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environmentsIntegrity Transparent, reliable, and trusted by peers and stakeholdersCommunication Able to simplify complexity for all audiencesMentorship Builds strong teams through support and challengeRegulation & Reporting Deep understanding of financial frameworks and reporting standardsRisk Management Forward-thinking and proactive in protecting the businessWorking Relationships
Internal
80% of time working with senior management, finance team, and department headsInfluences at both operational and strategic levelsExternal
20% of time liaising with senior stakeholders including auditors, and banksAdditional Information
High-pressure, deadline-driven role with critical importance to company successSome travel required (UK, UAE, and other operational jurisdictions)Direct reports include : Finance Director / Controller, Analysts, and accounting staffIndirect influence across business units and project teamsIf you're a strategic finance leader with global ambition
Seniority level
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Finance and Sales
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