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FD Capital Recruitment launches new website Jun 16, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about FD Capitals new website which has been launched today. The team have been working hard over the last 6 weeks and have improved on the old websites look and feel and at the same time, kept the speed of the new website to within the important new criteria from Google, known as web core vitals. These are very tough criteria to achieve particular for a mobile browser but the team have done it.

The feedback from our clients and candidates has been very positive and traffic has been steadily rising since its launch, which all points to it being a positive improvement.

Our new website can be found at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk

We now have sections that cover more of our specialisms including technology, fintech, SaaS and our teams skills with Business Transformation and ERP to name a few. If you are looking for a new FD or CFO for your business make sure to reach out to our team today and discuss your requirements with our experienced recruitment consultants.

To learn more about how FD Capital can help your business find the perfect Part-Time, Interim or Permanent Finance Director reach out to our team today on 020 3287 9501

Interim FD Recruitment Jun 14, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about Interim FD Recruitment and how FD Capital as a network of Finance Directors and CFO's can help to find the perfect candidate for your interim assignment. Our team includes FD's and recruitment professionals so you can be sure that we will undertake a professional and first class search for your business.

Many of our team are focussed on interim assignments whilst still open to staying on long term if the requirement changes and the chemistry between the senior team is particularly good.

Bringing in a skilled senior professional makes perfect sense as it gives your business increased resource for a defined time period, we have experienced FDs and CFO's available for an immediate start, their skill sets are wide examples of which include:-

Business Transformations
Business Process change
Business Turnarounds
E-Commerce and SEO Specialists
Rapid Growth situations
PE House and VC Fund raising experts

Whatever your requirements reach out to our team of experienced recruitment consultants and we'll find you the perfect candidate to match your needs.

To learn more about FD Capital and how we can help with your executive search visit our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk or call our main number on 020 3287 9501.

Private Equity Finance Directors available today Jun 14, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about Finance Directors with experience of working with PE houses and venture capitalists, and the value of a proven track record of success. PE houses are investing with an expectation of an exit typically within in four to eight years and need to ensure they get management information in a timely manner and have a professional who can support them to keep the business on a strong growth trajectory.

We are based in Great Portland Street London and focus on the South East, a lot of our work is in the technology sectors and we work closely with PE houses and VC funds who share our focus and interest. If you are looking for a new FD or CFO, please reach out to our team today for a no obligation initial discussion.

At FD Capital Recruitment we have a proven track record of as Finance Directors ourselves and as professional recruiters, we are therefore ideally placed to find the perfect Private Equity Finance Director for your business. Visit our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk for more details.

Equity FD - Finance Directors with Private Equity and VC expertise Jun 13, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about Finance Directors with Private Equity and Venture Capital Experience, and how FD Capital the London based senior finance recruitment boutique has expertise available to help your business with all aspects of fund raising. We cover the London area and West Midlands but through our network of Finance Directors almost all of the UK as well.

Our focus is on the recruitment of FDs and CFO's with a PE background and often in the tech sector, based in London we cover the South East and nationally through our network.

If you are looking for a new FD or CFO for your business make sure to reach out to our team today to discuss all your requirements.

To learn more about how we can help your fund raise visit our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk

Free guide to hiring an FD or CFO Jun 11, 2021

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In today's Podcast Adrian Lawrence talks about our new free guide to hiring an FD or CFO which has been published today, you can download it for free by registering at the guides page on our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk in it we cover a range of topics and share our experience over the last 3 years of running FD Capital.

Topics covered include:-

Why hire an FD or CFO?
What can an FD or CFO do for me?
What skills should I look for in an FD or CFO?
What responsibilities should and FD or CFO have?
What to look out for in the recruitment process?

We also posted about our guide today in our Finance Director blog - see our Free Guide to FD and CFO recruitment.

Plus loads more useful advice.

FD Capital are a leading senior finance recruitment boutique based in Great Portland Street, London. If you need an FD or CFO for your business we would be delighted to hear from and work with you. Our main number is 020 3287 9501

Part-Time FD Services Jun 09, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about the services that FD Capital Recruitment offers and in particular the range of FD services offered. We started trading in 2018 initially focussing on the Part-Time FD niche, but since broaden out to offer the full range of FD and CFO opportunities, including, Part-Time, Interim and permanent roles.

Our main office is in Great Portland Street London however we have team members around the country which allows us to offer a near national coverage.

There are many great benefits to the Part-Time FD or CFO model:-

Here are just some of the benefits :-

Access to the skills sets of an experienced professional.
Support from our network.
Fractional time = fractional costs, one day a week can still represent a lot of value add.
Improved credibility with banks and external partners. We have some great testimonials from banks where we have made a big difference with finance functions.
Welcomed by private equity houses.
Introductions we can make to funders and advisors.
We can help you recruit finance professional to upskill your finance function, our team have a lot of recruitment experience and connections.
Bring in new ideas and approaches from similar or related industries.
Leadership, support and development for your finance, IT and HR teams.

Brining in an FD or CFO really makes a difference and adds value to any business, make sure to reach out to our team today for a no obligation discussion.

To learn more about our Part-time FD services, please visit our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk or call our main number on 020 3287 9501

How to become a more successful FD Jun 09, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about to become more successful as an FD. Being a success and progressing in your career are closely related. A career as a Finance Director can bring with it an impressive salary, networking potentials, and opportunities to engage with stakeholders within the industry and further afield. Whether you’re on the first step of the career ladder with your eyes on becoming a finance director or if you are looking to scale up your career, there’s a clear path you can take to reach your goal.

Some of the points covered include

Qualify as an Accountant
Develop Effective People Skills
Master Your Excel Documents
Find A Mentor
Stay Informed
The importance of contacts in PE houses and VC funds.

Read more about success as an FD and finance director Jobs in our website and blog, and to find out how FD Capital Recruitment can help you find the perfect FD for your business reach out to our main number in London on 020 3287 9501

Interview tips for FD's and CFO's Jun 07, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about interview advice and tips for FD's and CFO's, it always makes sense to prepare yourself, to gain experience of interviews and to have questions and answers ready to put forward when asked. Being a good FD is all about the chemistry you will have with the MD / CEO and the rest of the senior management team so it is important to share some information about yourself so they can see that you will fit in and be able to form the right partnership.

FD Capital is focussed on FD and CFO recruitment so if you need help or guidance with your next role, make sure to reach out to our team today, who can share with your advice and experience from our extensive recruitment and finance backgrounds.

To learn more about FD Capital Recruitment and how we work as a finance network, please visit our website where you can find advice and guidance for FD interviews and more. If you would like to get in touch please visit out website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk or call our main number on 020 3287 9501

Why Hire an FD or CFO? Jun 07, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about the benefits of hiring an FD or CFO and how FD Capital Recruitment can help your business find the perfect candidate.

Some of the key benefits provided by a CFO or FD include:

Insights into company performance to improve profits.
Introduces better controls and systems.
Improves cash forecasting and management.
Utilises forecasting, modelling, and planning.
Increases the company’s credibility with external parties, including banks and PE houses.
Brings experience and expertise in a niche field.
Allows your company to plan for the future and formalise business strategy.
Recruit skilled employees to up-scale your business.
A key member of your senior team or C-Suite
Contacts and access to PE houses and VC Funds

The right FD or CFO will make a significant difference to your business adding value.

To learn more about FD Capital and how we can help you find the perfect FD or CFO, visit our website at FD Capital or call our main number on 020 3287 9501

Part-Time Finance Directors available in London Jun 06, 2021

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In today's episode Adrian Lawrence talks about how FD Capital Recruitment are focussed on Part-Time Finance Directors and CFO's and that we are now based in Great Portland Street London. There are many advantages to be gained from using this approach, the cost is far less as the FD concerned typically works 2 or 3 days per week, whilst working for other another client or clients the rest of the days. These roles are attractive because the FD gets to focus on value add and the organisation benefits by having access to a higher calibre individual than they would be able to attract alone.

It makes sense to work with an agency that is focussed on London, as we are able to meet candidates and clients in person. We pride ourselves on getting to know our candidates and clients really well. That way we can be certain the chemistry between your senior team and your new FD or CFO will be the right one.

Being based in London means we can easily service clients anywhere around the South East, we also have a PE House and VC fund focus as the majority of our roles involve PE funding.

To learn more about Recruiting a Part-Time FD in London, please visit our website at https://www.fdcapital.co.uk or call our main number on 020 3287 9501

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