Watkin Jones PLC

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving financial performance? We're looking for Senior Finance Business Partner to join our Group FP&A team to play a key role in shaping the financial direction of our Construction and Refurb functions. About the role This is a high-impact role, partnering closely with senior leaders including the Managing Director, Group CFO, and Group Development Project & Cost Director. You'll be the primary finance contact for the Construction senior leadership team, delivering financial planning and analysis that informs strategic decisions, improves cashflow, and challenges margin assumptions and will also support financial planning and compliance with the Building Safety Act, ensuring transparency, risk management, and cost control across safety-related projects. You'll lead monthly performance reporting, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide insight and challenge across a range of financial activities-from overhead tracking to audit support and delivery cashflow consolidation. This role involves occasional travel to our London office and project sites for meetings, with a hybrid working model offered outside of those times. What we're looking for We're seeking a commercially minded finance professional with strong FP&A or business partnering experience, within a construction or project-led environment. You'll bring a deep understanding of financial modelling, forecasting, and performance analysis, along with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. Success in this role requires more than technical expertise-you'll need to be confident in challenging assumptions, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving strategic conversations. A proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships across both finance and operational teams will be key. Why choose Watkin Jones Group? Watkin Jones Group is the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management. Joining us means becoming part of a company that's not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We're committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what we can offer you: Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships. Wellbeing: Access to 'Your Wellbeing' programme & OpenUp - a confidential wellbeing platform is available. Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more. Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme. This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact role within a forward-thinking company. In return, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to work on major projects that shape the built environment.