CFO executive search in the UK, reimagined. Instead of a slow, costly retained search, Liz Bell Consulting matches your business with a pre-vetted fractional, portfolio or interim Chief Financial Officer from a community of 130+ experienced finance leaders.
What Is CFO Executive Search?
Executive search is the process of finding senior leaders — including the Chief Financial Officer — through a targeted, proactive approach rather than job adverts. For CFO roles this matters because the best finance leaders are rarely actively job-hunting. Our community-led model gives you access to that hidden talent without traditional executive search firm fees.
A Smarter Alternative to Executive Search Firms
- Faster: matched in weeks, not months
- Flexible: fractional, portfolio, interim or permanent
- Vetted: every CFO is experienced and pre-screened
- Cost-effective: no large retained search fee
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CFO executive search cost?
Traditional executive search firms typically charge 25–33% of first-year salary. A community-matching model is far more cost-effective, especially for fractional or part-time CFOs.
How long does a CFO search take?
Retained executive search can take 3–6 months. Matching from an established network is usually much faster — often just a few weeks.