BFBS has been connecting and supporting the forces family for more than 80 years, delivering the best of British television, sport and music to service personnel and their families around the world. As a trusted broadcaster and communications specialist, BFBS reaches audiences wherever they are, providing the armed services and clients globally with unique expertise, insight and capability.

BFBS is now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join its Executive Leadership Team at a significant moment in the organisation's development.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Finance will lead financial strategy, governance, risk management and the control environment, ensuring the organisation remains financially resilient and well positioned for the future. This is a broad and influential leadership role that extends beyond traditional finance responsibilities to encompass commercial oversight, strategic business partnering and the advancement of data-led and AI-enabled financial capabilities.

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the successful candidate will help shape organisational strategy and provide the Board and senior leadership team with insightful financial leadership and commercial judgement. The role presents an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished finance leader with experience at Finance Director or CFO level, ideally gained within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Experience in regulated, public sector, defence, media or not-for-profit organisations would be advantageous.

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact in a pioneering organisation with a global reach and a vital mission supporting the UK armed forces community.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to BFBS on this appointment. For further information, including details of how to apply, please visit roles.saxbam.com quoting reference VCAPA, or contact belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Friday 14 August.