Finance Director at ArcelorMittal

, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Leadership, Financial Planning, M&A, Corporate Governance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Management, Strategic Business Partnering, Capex Management, Financial Reporting, Team Leadership, ERP Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Compliance

Industry

mining

Description

Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Leadership & Governance * Oversee all finance-related matters across the business * Sign off monthly accounts and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting * Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and Group policies * Act as a Board Member registered at Companies House 2. Financial Planning & Performance Management * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning * Track cash flow and ensure strong liquidity management * Analyse financial performance, identifying strengths, risks, and improvement opportunities * Define, monitor, and drive financial KPIs across the business 3. Strategic Business Partnering * Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO on all finance-related matters * Support the CEO in reporting to Group Management * Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business direction * Contribute to monthly Board/Director meetings and lead financial discussions 4. Growth, M&A and Business Development * Lead financial aspects of growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions * Support strategic expansion, integration, and value creation opportunities * Assist with preparation of tenders and large project submissions * Evaluate investment opportunities and support decision-making 5. Capex & Investment Management * Support the CEO in Capex planning and budget allocation * Lead the preparation and submission of large Capex projects * Ensure robust financial evaluation and post-investment monitoring 6. Reporting & Data Analysis * Produce high-quality financial reporting and analysis * Drive data-based decision-making across the organization * Improve reporting tools, processes, and insights 7. Team Leadership & Organizational Development * Lead, manage, and develop the finance team * Ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and performance standards * Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration 8. Operational Support & Business Transformation * Define, maintain, and continuously improve the finance procedures framework to ensure standardization, compliance, efficiency, and scalability across entities in accordance with Group guidelines. * Support ERP implementation and enhancement projects, ensuring alignment with business requirements, timelines, and budget objectives. Profile & Experience * Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader, ideally in industrial, recycling, or manufacturing environments * Strong experience in financial planning, reporting, and compliance * Demonstrated experience in growth, M&A, or transformation environments * Solid knowledge of UK regulatory and corporate governance requirements * Experience operating in international and matrix organizations Key Competencies * Strong leadership and team management skills * Strategic thinking and business acumen * Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Ability to influence and challenge at senior level * Results-driven with a hands-on approach * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Reporting Line Reports to: CEO (John Lawrie Metals, entity of ArcelorMittal Downstream Business Division Recycling) * Functional alignment with: Group Finance / Group CFO Additional Context * Member of the Executive Leadership Team * Active contributor to strategic planning and transformation initiatives Key interface between local operations and Group Finance ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference – to individuals, communities, businesses and society. At ArcelorMittal, the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees are our top priorities. We believe that every accident is avoidable, and it is essential for every employee, from the shop floor to the management committee, to hold this belief. Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that have a positive benefit for people and planet. Steels made using innovative processes which use less energy, emit significantly less carbon and reduce costs. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support societies as they transform through this century. With steel at our core, our inventive people and an entrepreneurial culture at heart, we will support the world in making that change. This is what we believe it takes to be the steel company of the future. John Lawrie Metals (company of ArcelorMittal Group) is the largest scrap metal recycler in the North-East of Scotland. We have scrap metal yards and metal recycling locations in Aberdeen, Shetland and Evanton, close to Inverness, handling around 200,00 tonnes of metals every year. We specialise in: Scrap Metal Reuse and Recycling, Industrial Metal Recycling, Marine Metal Recycling and Domestic Scrap Metal and have been successfully carrying out decommissioning projects involving the dismantling of large oilfield, subsea and industrial infrastructure for more than two decades. At John Lawrie Metals, we take our CSR responsibility to support the local communities, people and environment seriously. From sports centres and teams to foodbanks and charities, we welcome the opportunity to offer support our neighbourhoods where we can. Without the dedicated, passionate and loyal team we are proud to employ, our business wouldn't be where it is today. Our people play a vital role in ensuring the future and ongoing success of our business.

Responsibilities

Lead all financial activities, governance, and reporting for John Lawrie Metals as a Board Member and strategic partner to the CEO. Oversee budgeting, M&A initiatives, Capex planning, and the development of the finance team to drive business growth.