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Mike Woodcock

FD/CFO

I’ve held senior CFO and CEO roles across the UK, Europe and Asia in regulated financial services, with a strong track record in M&A, capital generation and transformation. I help businesses improve cash flow, boost profits and prepare for growth or exit, recognised for simplifying complexity, embedding robust governance and delivering sustainable long-term value.

Mike Woodcock – Fractional CFO – N W Midlands

Track record highlights

  • CFO of a life assurance business with £80bn of assets and 3 million customers, strengthening governance and performance.
  • Delivered over £400m of net cash generation annually through optimised capital management.
  • Directed a major acquisition and integration programme, embedding value-driven controls and culture.
  • Raised debt and equity finance, including IPO readiness, for FTSE-sized organisations.
  • Established a new regulated entity in Ireland post-Brexit, ensuring compliance and customer continuity.

Sector Experience

  • Insurance: Life, Pensions, Solvency, Cash Generation
  • Banking & Financial Services: Pension Funds, treasury & Investment accounting
  • Services: Shared Services, outsourcing & professional advisory

Mike's specialist skills

Cash flow Improvement

Unlocking cash and delivering strong net cash generation.

Exit Planning

Preparing businesses for funding, sale and investor processes.

M&A Specialist

Leading acquisitions, integrations and disposals that deliver value.

Leadership

Proven track record of leadership in CFO roles within FCA and PRA regulated entities.

Corporate Finance

Raising debt & equity finance to facilitate growth and fund major programmes.

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