Hiring a Head of Operations is one of the most commercially sensitive and strategically important decisions a financial services firm…
When to Hire a Fractional CFO in Financial Services — and When Not To
At Fram Search, we have seen growing interest in fractional and part-time CFO appointments across financial services. These roles are…
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The Strategic Value of Hiring a Fractional CFO in London
In the early stages of a business, most founders and leadership teams are focused on building product, growing revenue, and…
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Need to Hire an SMF24 ASAP? How We Can Help Secure Your Next COO or Head of Operations
The unexpected departure of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) or Head of Operations in a financial services firm creates immediate…
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Need to Urgently Hire a CFO for a Financial Services Firm? What You Need to Know
When an asset manager, bank, hedge fund, or other regulated firm suddenly loses its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), it creates…
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CFO to CEO in Financial Services – Navigating the Transition
The shift from CFO to CEO in financial services is far from straightforward, requiring not only new skills but a…
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Strategic planning and forecasting in challenging economic times
In challenging economic times, the role of the CFO is more crucial than ever. CFOs in private companies and SMEs…
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Charting the course: Key considerations for appointing your first COO in Fintech
Fram has worked with a wide range of FinTechs including lenders, reconciliations specialists, and wealthtechs. Here, we delve into the…
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How can COOs enhance Operational Resilience in Asset Management and Hedge Funds
Chief Operating Officers are front and centre in fortifying operational resilience amidst an ever evolving and complex landscape. How can…
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Strategic Priorities for CFOs in 2024 – a turbulent year
Tensions in the Middle East, a war in the Ukraine, China sabre-rattling with Taiwan, and with half of the world’s…
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Why corporate functions roles within financial services are key
Corporate functions roles within financial services are key. In order to secure the best talent, firms need to revisit how…
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Leading a high performing accountancy team in Financial Services
Whilst everybody talks about a best-in-class finance team, what are the real strategies for developing a high-performance team?…