Jos Sclater
About Jos Sclater
Jos Sclater serves as the Group Chief Financial Officer at Ultra Electronics and the Group CEO at Avon Protection. He has extensive experience in financial leadership roles across various industrial companies, with a strong background in law and corporate finance.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Jos Sclater has served as the Group Chief Financial Officer at Ultra Electronics since 2019. In this role, he has focused on implementing a broad-based transformation program aimed at achieving £57 million in net benefits. Sclater has also developed a new strategy process that enhances focus and management alignment within the organization. His leadership has contributed to creating a culture of continuous improvement to sustain efficiency gains.
Current Role at Avon Protection
In 2023, Jos Sclater took on the role of Group CEO at Avon Protection, located in Wiltshire, England. This position marks a significant step in his career as he transitions from his previous role at Ultra Electronics. His extensive experience in financial leadership and strategic development is expected to influence Avon Protection's direction and growth.
Previous Experience at Castrol
Before joining Ultra Electronics, Jos Sclater worked as the Group CFO at Castrol from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure, he led a $500 million transformation program aimed at simplifying the organization and improving supply chain efficiency. He also played a key role in enhancing top line growth through new product launches in the lubricants sector.
Career at GKN plc
Jos Sclater held multiple roles at GKN plc from 2011 to 2018, including General Counsel, Company Secretary, and Group CFO. He contributed to the allocation of capital more efficiently and the divestment of non-core assets. Sclater also developed a new Group strategy and financial framework that focused on improving free cash flow and margin.
Education and Expertise
Jos Sclater studied at the University of Leeds, earning a BA Hons in Geography from 1992 to 1995. He furthered his education at the College of Law, where he studied Law and achieved the CPE and LPC from 1995 to 1997. His educational background, combined with nearly 20 years of experience in industrial companies and four years in the Asia Pacific region, has equipped him with a strong foundation in legal and financial management.