Director of Finance - Luton Rising

Director of Finance

Luton Rising

Lead financial strategy. Enable growth. Deliver lasting impact.

Luton Rising is a unique organisation with a commercial focus and a public purpose. As the owner of London Luton Airport and other strategic assets, we're driving growth, investment and economic opportunity for Luton and its communities. With significant expansion ambitions ahead, we're looking for an exceptional finance leader to help shape our future.

As Director of Finance, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, providing strategic financial, commercial and governance leadership across the organisation. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead our Finance, Aviation, Risk and Audit functions, ensuring financial resilience, supporting sustainable growth and maximising value for our shareholder, Luton Borough Council.

You will play a pivotal role in major investment decisions, funding and treasury strategy, commercial partnerships, airport concession performance, risk management and future infrastructure development.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified accountant and member of a CCAB professional body
• Has a strong track record in senior financial leadership and organisational transformation
• Brings commercial acumen and strategic insight
• Can influence at Board level and build strong stakeholder relationships
• Has experience leading teams through growth and change
• Combines financial excellence with a commitment to delivering wider social and economic impact.

This is a rare opportunity to lead finance at the heart of one of the UK's most ambitious growth and regeneration organisations.

Join Luton Rising. Shape strategy. Drive growth. Create a lasting legacy.

For a confidential conversation, please contact:

Anna Black on 0141 220 6460 or email Executive@LHH.com

Charles Wilson on 07801 880420 or email: Charles.Wilson@penna.com

For further information, please download the following Candidate Briefing Packs:

Candidate Briefing Pack A

Candidate Briefing Pack B - Broader Responsibilities

Closing Date: 23:59, Monday 5th October 2026

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