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Head of Commercial Finance in Derby
Leading finance from the front line of the business.
Day to day in Derby
What a head of commercial finance
does in Derby.
Usually found in larger businesses, sitting apart from the “core” finance team and closest to the operational front line — leading a team of business partners and commercial analysts. Here's what the role covers day to day for the Derby businesses we recruit for.
- Leading the commercial finance / business partnering function
- Managing a team of Finance Business Partners and analysts
- Driving strategic commercial decision-making at senior level
- Leading budgeting, forecasting and planning cycles
- Presenting commercial performance to the executive team
- Building and developing commercial finance capability
What it pays in Derby
Real Derby market rates, not a national average.
Medior Head of Commercial Finance · Derby
£87,667 – £96,333
Typical: £92,000 per year
Medium-high confidence — strong regional evidence
Recruiting in Derby
Why Derby needs
a specialist.
Finding the right head of commercial finance in Derby usually comes down to knowing the market, not just running a keyword search. Day to day, that often means managing a team of finance business partners and analysts — one of several things a head of commercial finance in Derby is trusted to get right. Locally, that includes aerospace and advanced engineering employers, including rolls-royce's supply chain. It's a small distinction that matters: recruiting head of commercial finance roles in Derby properly, rather than just advertising them.
Hiring or looking?
Either way, we can help.
Hiring
Need a head of commercial finance in Derby?
Permanent or temporary, we'll shortlist from a network we actually know — with working interviews to de-risk the hire.
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Send us your CV or browse live Head of Commercial Finance roles in Derby and beyond.
Common questions
Head of Commercial Finance in Derby FAQs.
Do you offer working interviews for Head of Commercial Finance vacancies in Derby?+
Yes — a working interview means the candidate spends a real day in the role, on your systems, with your actual workload, before either side commits. It's one of the ways we take the risk out of a new hire in Derby.
What's the going rate for a Head of Commercial Finance in Derby?+
Head of Commercial Finance salaries in Derby typically sit at £75k – £100k. £75k+ attracts a strong Senior Business Partner seeking progression, rising to £100k for an established leader running a team of qualified staff in the most demanding roles.
Do you recruit Head of Commercial Finance roles in Derby?+
Yes — Head of Commercial Finance is one of the positions we place in Derby, on both a permanent and temporary basis.
What's the career progression after a Head of Commercial Finance role in Derby?+
A common next step from Head of Commercial Finance is fp&a manager — leading the planning, not just doing it. We see this progression play out for candidates in Derby just as often as anywhere else in our network.
Do you place candidates studying towards a qualification into Head of Commercial Finance roles in Derby?+
Yes — part-qualified and studying candidates (AAT, ACCA or CIMA depending on the role) are a genuine part of the Head of Commercial Finance talent pool in Derby, not just an afterthought.
Do you recruit Head of Commercial Finance roles for SMEs as well as large employers in Derby?+
Yes — we work with everyone from internationally recognised brands through to owner-managed SMEs in Derby needing a single, sole-charge Head of Commercial Finance hire.
Is a Head of Commercial Finance role in Derby permanent or temporary?+
We recruit Head of Commercial Finance positions in Derby on both a permanent and temporary basis — including short-notice cover when a team is stretched.
What kind of Derby employers hire Head of Commercial Finances through you?+
Recent examples include aerospace and advanced engineering employers, including rolls-royce's supply chain and automotive manufacturing businesses, including toyota and its tier 1/tier 2 suppliers — the specific mix varies, but that's representative of who we work with in Derby.
What happens if a Head of Commercial Finance hire in Derby doesn't work out?+
Our rebate periods and money-back guarantees mean you're covered if a placement doesn't work out as expected — ask your Market Expert for the specifics for your vacancy.
Can I see live Head of Commercial Finance vacancies in Derby before speaking to someone?+
Yes — you can search live jobs on our careers portal, but we'd always recommend a conversation with a Market Expert too, since not every Derby vacancy we're working on is advertised publicly.
Will my CV be shared with employers in Derby without my permission?+
No — nothing about your CV or your situation is shared with any employer, in this location or any other, without your explicit permission first.
How does the process work if I want to become a Head of Commercial Finance in Derby?+
Submit your CV and a Market Expert will be in touch to talk through your experience, what you're looking for, and any live Head of Commercial Finance opportunities in Derby that genuinely fit — free, confidential, and no obligation.
What does it cost an employer in Derby to recruit a Head of Commercial Finance through you?+
There's no retainer and no ongoing contract — our fee is only payable on a successful placement, whether that's a one-off hire or an ongoing relationship.
What areas around Derby do you cover for Head of Commercial Finance roles?+
We recruit Head of Commercial Finance positions across Derby itself and the surrounding commuter towns and business parks — if you're just outside the immediate area, get in touch and we'll be straight with you about whether it's somewhere we can genuinely help.
Other roles in Derby
Explore related roles.
- 01FP&A ManagerLeading the planning, not just doing it.
- 02Finance DirectorLeading finance, shaping the business.
- 03Assistant Management AccountantWhere studying meets the real numbers.
- 04Finance Business PartnerThe bridge between finance and the business.
- 05Finance ManagerRuns the finance function, day to day.
- 06Management AccountantThe engine room of monthly reporting.
No waffle. Just the right person.