Overview

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (047915)Organisation: Transport for London (TfL)Position Type: Full TimeLocation: Palestra (Southwark) with 50% hybrid workingMax salary: £300,000Accountable for: Finance, Procurement and Commercial, Technology Products and Operations across TfLReports to: TfL CommissionerContract: Permanent - Full timeRole level: Director/ExecutiveThe Chief Finance Officer (CFO) at Transport for London (TfL) oversees the organisation\''s budget to ensure sustainable funding for short-, medium- and long-term goals, including delivering the Mayor\''s Transport Strategy. The CFO ensures financial stewardship across TfL\''s business plan and Investment Programme and leads the Procurement and Commercial, Technology Products, and Operations functions. The role also shapes TfL\''s Technology and Revenue Strategy. As a member of TfL\''s Executive Committee and the Commissioner\''s leadership team, the CFO shares collective accountability for strategic decision-making and the overall management of TfL.

Responsibilities

Lead financial planning and analysis to inform TfL\''s strategic decisions.

Secure multi-year funding to support long-term financial sustainability.

Oversee the financial aspects of the TfL business plan in collaboration with the Chief Customer and Strategy Officer.

Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, rating agencies, and major businesses.

Provide strategic direction for Procurement and Commercial, ensuring robust governance and standards.

Co-develop the Technology Strategy, ensuring resilient tech solutions and cost-efficient operations.

Champion TfL\''s values, drive positive change and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Represent TfL to stakeholders, media and the public as needed.

Qualifications and requirements

Not specified in the provided description; the role implies senior financial leadership experience and strategic oversight across finance, procurement, technology, and operations.

How to apply / Additional informationFor a more detailed version of the advert, essential criteria, candidate pack and a provisional interview schedule, please email:

Equality, diversity and inclusionWe are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We aim to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. We are a disability confident employer and guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. Please request the candidate pack via email above for the detailed list of essential criteria.

NPL Applications

Applications to internally advertised roles can only be accepted from temporary workers who are on PAYE terms via agency, or PAYE via Umbrella Companies. Temporary workers who are paid through their own limited companies are not covered by the Agency Worker Regulations and are ineligible to apply. NPL members of staff are not eligible to apply to secondment opportunities.

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