Head of Finance Change

Hampshire Trust Bank is a specialist bank, staffed by experts focused on helping UK businesses realise their ambitions.

We offer niche specialty lines, as a SME bank, targeting under-served segments. Our dedicated Wholesale Finance, Bridging Finance, Development Finance and Specialist Mortgages teams ensure that businesses receive the outstanding service, lasting relationships, integrity and expertise they need to prosper.

We also provide savings accounts to individuals and businesses and since we lend to SMEs, our savers can be sure their money will help boost the British economy. Our vision is to be the go-to bank in our chosen markets; to deliver positive customer outcomes, rewarding careers and great shareholder value through a high-performing culture grounded in excellence and integrity.

About The Department
The Finance department is responsible for all Regulatory and Statutory reporting to external parties as well as providing financial planning and business analysis to internal stakeholders. The Financial Control team sits within the Finance team and is responsible for all management accounting and control of cash in and out of the bank. The Finance department is a core support function within the bank and in addition to the regular duties team members will be expected to support adhoc requests from internal stakeholders including change projects.

Key Requirements
The Head of Finance Change will lead strategic transformation across our finance function. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring our finance systems, processes, and people are future-ready. You'll be the bridge between finance, technology, and business strategy; championing change and delivering measurable impact.

This role demands a forward-thinking leader who thrives in complexity, inspires cross-functional collaboration, working closely with the Group FC, CFO and senior stakeholders to shape the future of finance, building a function that's not just fit for purpose, but fit for the future.

• Develop and execute a multi-year finance transformation roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Lead change initiatives across finance systems, reporting, controls, and compliance.
• Oversee large-scale finance change programmes, including ERP upgrades, automation, and process redesign.
• Ensure that small pain points are identified, tracked and remediated through the small change process
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with stakeholder buy-in.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across Finance, IT, HR, and Operations to align transformation efforts.
• Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to executive stakeholders and the board.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, agility, and innovation

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading finance transformation programmes in complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of finance operations, systems (e.g., Phoebus, Oracle, Workday), and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive cultural change.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
• Experience in change management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Annual pay review
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
• Mental health & wellbeing support via YuLife & Bupa
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Green Car Scheme
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Study support & professional membership
• Hybrid working (50/50)
• YuLife Rewards – discounts on retail, lifestyle & experiences
• Pension scheme – 8% employer contribution (non-contributory)
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Annual volunteering day & Net Zero employer commitment