Head of Procurement - Financial Services

Overview

Our client, a growing UK financial institution, is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead and mature the organisation’s procurement and supplier management function. This role offers the opportunity to shape strategic sourcing, strengthen governance, and drive commercial excellence across a complex, regulated environment.

The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in strategic procurement , vendor management , and risk governance , ideally gained within financial services or another highly regulated sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement and supplier management strategy , ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Oversee all third-party engagements, including contract negotiation, supplier onboarding, due diligence, and performance management .
• Partner with Legal, Risk, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure robust cont...