Head of Finance - Lloyd's

Aviva Direct Ireland Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in London seeks a Head of Finance to lead the finance function for their Lloyd's operations. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in finance, particularly within the Lloyd's market, and expertise in UK GAAP and IFRS reporting standards. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial governance and compliance. Competitive salary and generous perks, including a 25% bonus opportunity and a robust pension scheme, are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee discounts on Aviva products

£1,200 of free Aviva shares per year

Supportive policies including parental leave

Flexible benefits and sustainability options

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in finance within the Lloyd’s market.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS reporting standards.
• Expertise in financial controls, governance, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance function for Lloyd’s operations.
• Ensure strong financial governance and accurate reporting.
• Manage relationships with regulators and external partners.

Skills

Leadership experience in finance within the Lloyd’s market

Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS reporting standards

Expertise in financial controls and governance

Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships

Strategic thinking with operational experience

Job description

Head of Finance - Lloyd's

Location: London (50% hybrid working)

Salary: circa £150,000

This is a great job for someone who is ready to lead a finance team in a dynamic Lloyd’s environment. If you’re an experienced finance leader who thrives on shaping strategy and driving results, this role is for you.

A bit about the job:

You’ll lead the Finance function for our Lloyd’s operations, including Syndicate 1492 and related group companies. Your role is key to ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and compliance with Lloyd’s standards. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, influence strategic decisions, and manage relationships with regulators and external partners. This is a chance to make a real impact in a collaborative team that values innovation and integrity.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership experience in finance within the Lloyd’s market.

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS reporting standards.

• Expertise in financial controls, governance, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and influence at senior level.

• Strategic thinker with hands‑on operational experience.

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Salary circa £150,000 (depending on skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary. Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Make your money go further – Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending at least 50% of their time in our offices every week – combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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