About the role

  • CFO driving financial strategy and investor relations in the UK's leading telehealth provider, ensuring compliance and growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the finance and investor relations functions to support business growth.
  • Develop financial strategies aligned with company objectives and objectives of the CEO.
  • Ensure robust financial reporting and compliance standards are met.
  • Act as an advisor on capital allocation and funding strategies to the Board.
  • Drive transformational efficiency initiatives within the finance function.
  • Oversee the financial performance and reporting for the Executive Leadership Team.
  • Engage and communicate effectively with various stakeholders including shareholders and analysts.

Requirements

  • Lead a scalable, technology‑enabled finance function capable of supporting significant and sustained business growth.
  • Own and lead Investor Relations, including equity story development, market communications, analyst engagement, results presentations, and ongoing shareholder relations.
  • Drive delivery of ambitious financial objectives and lead transformational efficiency and value‑creation initiatives.
  • Underwrite the growth and commercial objectives of the CEO with robust data, planning, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.
  • Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes, ensuring high‑quality decision support for the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, statutory, and listing requirements, as well as DCA policies and governance standards.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on capital allocation, funding strategy, M&A opportunities, and balance sheet optimisation.
  • Undertake other activities as reasonably requested that contribute to the overall success of the Company, as directed by the CEO or Board.
  • **Candidate Profile **
  • Ideally, but not essential if relevant experience - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with 10+ years’ experience spanning financial control, commercial finance, tax, treasury, and capital management.
  • A proven strategic finance leader who has meaningfully accelerated business performance and delivered sustainable financial results in complex or growth‑stage environments.
  • Strong ability to provide leadership, constructive challenge and sound judgement to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, while operating effectively with the Board.
  • Demonstrable experience leading Investor Relations in a listed environment, including engagement with shareholders, analysts and other capital markets stakeholders.
  • Experience operating in a listed plc environment, with exposure to M&A, corporate finance, fundraising, and capital allocation strategy.
  • Prior experience in healthcare or financial services is preferred but not essential. Broad oversight of financial control, reporting, risk management, tax, compliance and governance functions.
  • Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial, fast‑moving business with evolving systems and a transformation agenda.
  • A hands‑on, inclusive and proactive leader who enjoys building high‑performing teams and coaching, mentoring and developing talent.
  • Brings a continuous improvement mindset alongside excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Aligned with DCA’s values and motivated by its mission, business model, services and long‑term vision.

Benefits

  • Doctor Care Anywhere subscription: For you and 5 of your loved ones, Get ready to enjoy health consultations on the go!
  • Company Bonus: We love rewarding our team for their dedication and achievements.
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays: You've earned it! Enjoy time off to recharge, explore, and make incredible memories.
  • Birthday Day Off: Go and celebrate however you like!
  • Buy up to 5 days of additional annual leave (FTE) as part of our focus on health and wellbeing
  • Charity Days: Join us in giving back to the community! We're all about making a difference together.
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay: We've got your back with extra support during this special time.
  • Bike2Work Scheme: We love an eco-friendly commute!
  • Cross-Team Collaboration Opportunities: Join the fun in our autonomous work environment with plenty of chances to collaborate and shine.
  • Hybrid Working: An agile and autonomous hybrid work environment.
  • Development Opportunities: Get ready to grow, learn, and make strides in your career!
  • 30-Day Work Abroad Allowance: Take your laptop overseas and work for up to 30 days a year.

Job title

Chief Financial Officer

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

£180,000 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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