Job Title: Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: London, UK (Hybrid working)
Reporting to: Managing Partners / Board
Engagement: Part-time
About Us
We are a leading European investment manager specialising in the living sector — spanning residential, student accommodation, build-to-rent, senior living, and co-living assets. With a proven track record of sourcing, structuring, and managing high-performing investments across Europe, we deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for institutional investors, family offices, and private capital.
As we continue to grow our portfolio and pipeline, we are seeking a commercially astute Fractional CFO to bring deep financial leadership and strategic oversight to our business on a flexible, part-time basis.
Role Overview
The Fractional CFO will work closely with the founding partners and senior management team to oversee and strengthen all aspects of our financial management, reporting, and governance. This hands-on yet strategic role is ideal for an experienced CFO who thrives in dynamic, entrepreneurial environments and who brings expertise in real estate investment management, fund structures, and cross-border transactions.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide high-level financial oversight, strategic input, and board-level advice on the firm’s financial performance, risk management, and growth plans.
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Oversee fund and corporate financial reporting, working closely with in-house finance staff and third-party fund administrators.
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Advise on optimal fund structures, tax planning, and regulatory compliance across multiple European jurisdictions.
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Support capital raising activities, investor reporting, and due diligence processes.
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Oversee cash flow forecasting, capital deployment, and treasury management across multiple projects and funds.
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Review and enhance financial controls, systems, and procedures to support scalability and investor confidence.
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Provide commercial input on deal structuring, acquisitions, and disposals.
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Serve as a trusted partner to the managing partners, offering challenge and insight to support sound decision-making.
About You
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Fully qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant CFO or Finance Director experience.
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Demonstrated expertise in the real estate sector, ideally with a focus on the living sector or residential strategies.
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Strong understanding of fund structures, investor reporting requirements, and compliance within regulated investment management.
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Proven track record of working with institutional investors and stakeholders.
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Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels in a growing, entrepreneurial firm.
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Strong communication skills with the credibility and gravitas to engage effectively with partners, investors, and professional advisors.
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Flexible and pragmatic — able to add value on a fractional basis while balancing multiple priorities.
Compeitive day rate
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