Hyde names new chief financial officer

The Hyde Group has confirmed the appointment of a new chief financial officer.

Sharon Pearce, who has spent 19 years at Hyde, takes on the newly created role with immediate effect.

Previously, she worked as financial director to the 130,000-home group before most recently serving as commercial director. 

The appointment follows the decision of Rod Holdsworth, Hyde’s chief financial and resources officer, to step down after six years with the group.

He will remain as an advisor to the chief executive and board until June. 

Andy Hulme, group chief executive, said “I’m thrilled Sharon will be taking on the Chief Financial Officer role. She brings a wealth of experience and will play a key role in the next phase of our growth in line with our strategic plan.

“Rod has made a valued contribution to Hyde and has been a great business partner to me over the last four years. 

“His financial leadership, discipline and insight have been instrumental in strengthening the Group and enabling our growth, most notably through the Pinnacle Group and THCH acquisitions. 

“Rod leaves Hyde in a very strong position and I would like to personally thank him for his financial leadership, vision and commitment to our purpose. We wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.”