We connect organisations with proven Finance Directors & CFOs who drive strategic and commercial success.
Finance Director Recruiters for High-Impact Leadership
The right Finance Director can transform your business. Whether you need strategic support, financial control, or leadership at board level, we specialise in placing FDs who can make a difference.
At FD Recruit, finance director executive search is all we do. Our team of specialist finance director recruiters are embedded in the market, giving us access to a unique network of experienced, board-level financial leaders.
We connect businesses with visionary Finance Directors—leaders who turn data into insight, guide financial strategy, and strengthen commercial performance.
Whether you’re a growing SME or a large organisation, our finance director executive search process is designed to find you a trusted and capable FD who fits your goals, your culture, and your future plans.
Our Finance Director Executive Search Process
We combine insight, expertise, and proactive search to deliver results. Our structured, end-to-end recruitment process ensures we find the best fit for your organisation.
Understanding Your Company: We begin by understanding your financial challenges, company culture, and what success looks like in your next FD.
Creating the Brief: Together, we define the role, responsibilities, experience level, and leadership traits required.
Targeted Search: Our finance director headhunters map the market and approach high-calibre FDs, including those not actively job-seeking.
Assessment & Evaluation: We rigorously assess each candidate through interviews, technical reviews, and cultural fit analysis.
Candidate Presentation: You receive a shortlist of top-performing finance directors, each with a full candidate report.
Selection & Negotiation: We support you through interviews, offer stages, and salary negotiations.
Onboarding Support: We follow up post-placement to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success.
Specialist Finance Director Headhunters
We’re not generalists. As dedicated CFO and finance director headhunters, we know how to engage passive candidates and bring in talent that typical recruiters miss.
Our network includes:
Full-time Finance Directors
Interim and Contract FDs
Portfolio and Part-Time FDs
Group FDs and Commercial CFOs
Whether you need stability, growth support, or succession planning, we can introduce you to financial leaders with the experience to match.
Why Choose FD Recruit?
We only recruit FDs and CFOs – it’s all we do
Our finance director recruiters have deep market knowledge
We offer full-time, part-time, and interim search
We deliver fast, discreet, and targeted results
Trusted by hundreds of businesses across the UK
If you are a business looking to recruit a Full-Time Finance Director, give a member of our specialist team a call — they will help find the right candidate for you and your business.
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How does your finance director executive search process work?
Our process starts with understanding your business and ends with the perfect hire. We create a tailored brief, conduct market mapping, approach passive candidates, and rigorously assess each one before presenting a curated shortlist. As specialist finance director headhunters, we focus on senior-level recruitment only.
What makes you different from general finance director recruiters?
We don’t recruit across multiple disciplines. We only hire FDs and CFOs. That niche focus gives us deeper insight, a stronger network, and a proven track record in placing top finance leaders across the UK.
Do you also offer interim or part-time finance directors?
Yes, our finance director executive search service includes flexible options. We recruit interim FDs for transitional periods, part-time finance directors for growing businesses, and portfolio FDs for clients who need expertise without a full-time commitment.
How long does it take to hire a Finance Director?
Typically, we deliver a shortlist within 2-4 weeks. Timelines can vary based on complexity and location, but our proactive approach and existing network allow us to move quickly and efficiently.
Can you help with Group Finance Director or CFO-level hires?
Absolutely. While we’re called FD Recruit, many of our clients also come to us for CFOs and Group Finance Directors. Our finance director recruiters work across the full senior finance spectrum.
Why use a finance director executive search firm instead of advertising?
Most of the best FDs aren’t actively job-hunting. Our finance director headhunters know how to engage passive candidates who won’t see your job ad but might be perfect for the role. We bring them to the table.
What industries do you cover?
We recruit Finance Directors across all sectors, from manufacturing, construction and retail to tech, not-for-profit, and private equity-backed firms.
Can I talk to someone before committing?
Of course. Contact us for an informal discussion with one of our senior finance director recruiters. We’ll listen, offer honest advice, and explain how we can help.
