A commercially astute finance and operations leader with a CIMA qualification and a proven track record of steering complex transformation programmes across high-growth and high-pressure environments. With deep expertise spanning strategic planning, financial governance, and operational leadership, they’ve consistently delivered robust financial management frameworks that safeguard profitability and enable scale. Their analytical acumen allows them to distil complex performance data into actionable insights for senior leadership, while their hands-on approach to team building and process re-engineering has fostered high-performing, cross-functional teams. Skilled in both scale-up and rationalisation contexts, they’ve led major change initiatives that enhance reporting capability, optimise cost structures, and embed operational excellence.

Most recently, they played a pivotal role in the strategic and operational evolution of a life sciences manufacturing site, guiding its transformation from legacy infrastructure into a GMP-compliant facility with advanced viral vector capabilities. Over a five-year government-backed programme, they oversaw multimillion-pound CAPEX and OPEX budgets, developed site-wide strategic plans, and led cross-departmental teams through regulatory licensing and commercial readiness. Their remit spanned finance, procurement, engineering, and project management, with notable achievements including the delivery of external collaborations, infrastructure upgrades, and the creation of a compliant supply chain. A trusted liaison with government and industry stakeholders, they’ve shaped operational models that balance innovation, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

If you’re interested in exploring how someone like this could contribute to your organisation, please contact Andrew Welsh at Newton Colmore on 0121 268 2240 or andrew.welsh@newtoncolmore.com

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