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Head of Commercial Finance in Leicester

Leading finance from the front line of the business.

Day to day in Leicester

What a head of commercial finance
does in Leicester.

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 Leicester 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 Leicester

Real Leicester market rates, not a national average.

Medior Head of Commercial Finance · Leicester

Typical: £93,000 per year

Medium-high confidence — strong regional evidence

Recruiting in Leicester

Why Leicester needs
a specialist.

Finding the right head of commercial finance in Leicester 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 Leicester is trusted to get right. Locally, that includes distribution and logistics employers along the m1 and m69 corridors. It's a small distinction that matters: recruiting head of commercial finance roles in Leicester properly, rather than just advertising them.

Hiring or looking?

Either way, we can help.

Hiring

Need a head of commercial finance in Leicester?

Permanent or temporary, we'll shortlist from a network we actually know — with working interviews to de-risk the hire.

Submit a vacancy

Job seeking

Ready to be one?

Send us your CV or browse live Head of Commercial Finance roles in Leicester and beyond.

Common questions

Head of Commercial Finance in Leicester FAQs.

Is a Head of Commercial Finance role in Leicester permanent or temporary?

We recruit Head of Commercial Finance positions in Leicester on both a permanent and temporary basis — including short-notice cover when a team is stretched.

How do you recruit Head of Commercial Finance roles in Leicester without a local office?

We work with Leicester employers and candidates remotely for Head of Commercial Finance roles — video interviews and phone-based briefings, backed by the same vetting and market knowledge we use everywhere else.

Do you recruit Head of Commercial Finance roles in Leicester?

Yes — Head of Commercial Finance is one of the positions we place in Leicester, on both a permanent and temporary basis.

Will I get a shortlist of CVs, or do you actually vet candidates for Head of Commercial Finance roles in Leicester?

Every candidate we put forward has been spoken to and assessed against your specific requirement — not just keyword-matched from a database. That's the difference a Market Expert model makes.

Can I see live Head of Commercial Finance vacancies in Leicester 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 Leicester vacancy we're working on is advertised publicly.

What's the going rate for a Head of Commercial Finance in Leicester?

Head of Commercial Finance salaries in Leicester 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.

What does a Head of Commercial Finance do day to day in Leicester?

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.

Will my CV be shared with employers in Leicester 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.

Do you help with interview preparation and salary negotiation for Head of Commercial Finance roles in Leicester?

Yes — briefing you properly on the role, the employer and realistic Leicester salary expectations before an interview is a standard part of how we work with every candidate.

How does the process work if I want to become a Head of Commercial Finance in Leicester?

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 Leicester that genuinely fit — free, confidential, and no obligation.

Do you recruit Head of Commercial Finance roles for SMEs as well as large employers in Leicester?

Yes — we work with everyone from internationally recognised brands through to owner-managed SMEs in Leicester needing a single, sole-charge Head of Commercial Finance hire.

Can you provide temporary Head of Commercial Finance cover in Leicester at short notice?

Yes — covering absence, leave or an unexpected gap in a Head of Commercial Finance position in Leicester is one of the most common reasons employers come to us, and we aim for a same-day response.

Do you offer working interviews for Head of Commercial Finance vacancies in Leicester?

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 Leicester.

What happens if a Head of Commercial Finance hire in Leicester 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.

No waffle. Just the right person.

Let's find your
head of commercial finance in Leicester.