Carwow Group
City, London
OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! YOUR MISSION We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Finance Business Partner to support our SMC and Content business units during a 12-month maternity cover. This is a highly visible role, working as a strategic co-pilot to BU leadership, combining strong financial expertise with commercial acumen to shape business performance and growth. As a trusted advisor, you will go beyond the numbers: delivering forward-looking insights, challenging assumptions, and supporting critical decisions around investment, profitability, and strategy. You will also ensure financial integrity through disciplined reporting and forecasting, while driving improvements that scale with the business. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Business Partnering Act as a core member of the SMC and Content leadership teams, bringing a financial lens to strategic and operational decision-making. Challenge and influence BU leaders with data-driven insight, ensuring decisions maximise growth, profitability, and ROI. Provide forward-looking analysis on customer, content, and market trends, shaping BU strategy. Commercial Insight & Decision Support Own the BU P&L and deliver insightful commentary on revenue, costs, and key profit drivers. Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives (e.g., pricing, market expansion, content investments). Translate complex data into compelling narratives that drive action at senior levels. Reporting & Forecasting Excellence Deliver timely, accurate reporting and monthly P&L reviews, ensuring stakeholders understand both financial performance and drivers. Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for SMC & Content, improving accuracy and accountability. Identify risks and opportunities early, recommending mitigation or investment strategies. Leadership & Influence Build trusted relationships across finance and non-finance teams, positioning yourself as the go-to financial expert. Represent Finance at BU strategy sessions, QBRs, and cross-functional forums. Act as the bridge between the BUs and central Finance (Accounting, FinOps, FP&A) to ensure alignment and consistency. Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership Drive improvements in reporting processes, reducing manual effort through automation and standardisation. Contribute to finance transformation projects that scale processes and embed best practice. Coach and upskill BU leaders on financial literacy, ensuring stronger commercial decision-making. KEY REQUIREMENTS Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience. Proven track record as a Finance Business Partner in a fast paced, commercial environment. Experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders with data backed insight. Strong commercial mindset: able to connect financials to business levers and customer outcomes. Excellent financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills. Confident communicator, capable of translating financial data into clear, actionable insights. Experience in a digital, tech, or content-driven business is desirable. INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory call with our Talent team Interview with the Hiring Manager Skills Interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Opportunity to act as a strategic partner to two high profile business units, influencing decisions that directly shape growth. Exposure to senior leadership and cross functional collaboration in a fast scaling, international business. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working and a chance to make a visible impact during a pivotal stage of carwow's growth journey. Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.
OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! YOUR MISSION We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Finance Business Partner to support our SMC and Content business units during a 12-month maternity cover. This is a highly visible role, working as a strategic co-pilot to BU leadership, combining strong financial expertise with commercial acumen to shape business performance and growth. As a trusted advisor, you will go beyond the numbers: delivering forward-looking insights, challenging assumptions, and supporting critical decisions around investment, profitability, and strategy. You will also ensure financial integrity through disciplined reporting and forecasting, while driving improvements that scale with the business. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Business Partnering Act as a core member of the SMC and Content leadership teams, bringing a financial lens to strategic and operational decision-making. Challenge and influence BU leaders with data-driven insight, ensuring decisions maximise growth, profitability, and ROI. Provide forward-looking analysis on customer, content, and market trends, shaping BU strategy. Commercial Insight & Decision Support Own the BU P&L and deliver insightful commentary on revenue, costs, and key profit drivers. Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives (e.g., pricing, market expansion, content investments). Translate complex data into compelling narratives that drive action at senior levels. Reporting & Forecasting Excellence Deliver timely, accurate reporting and monthly P&L reviews, ensuring stakeholders understand both financial performance and drivers. Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for SMC & Content, improving accuracy and accountability. Identify risks and opportunities early, recommending mitigation or investment strategies. Leadership & Influence Build trusted relationships across finance and non-finance teams, positioning yourself as the go-to financial expert. Represent Finance at BU strategy sessions, QBRs, and cross-functional forums. Act as the bridge between the BUs and central Finance (Accounting, FinOps, FP&A) to ensure alignment and consistency. Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership Drive improvements in reporting processes, reducing manual effort through automation and standardisation. Contribute to finance transformation projects that scale processes and embed best practice. Coach and upskill BU leaders on financial literacy, ensuring stronger commercial decision-making. KEY REQUIREMENTS Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience. Proven track record as a Finance Business Partner in a fast paced, commercial environment. Experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders with data backed insight. Strong commercial mindset: able to connect financials to business levers and customer outcomes. Excellent financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills. Confident communicator, capable of translating financial data into clear, actionable insights. Experience in a digital, tech, or content-driven business is desirable. INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory call with our Talent team Interview with the Hiring Manager Skills Interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Opportunity to act as a strategic partner to two high profile business units, influencing decisions that directly shape growth. Exposure to senior leadership and cross functional collaboration in a fast scaling, international business. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working and a chance to make a visible impact during a pivotal stage of carwow's growth journey. Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.
Carwow Group
City, London
Commercial Finance Manager OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! COMMERCIAL Our high-growth automotive tech scale-up is seeking a hands-on Commercial Finance Manager to support the next phase of rapid expansion. Backed by a recent $52m investment, we're building a best-in-class commercial finance function to support our ambitious growth plans. You'll be responsible for partnering the impressive Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of the Sell My Car (SMC) business unit. You will provide best in class financial analysis and strategic guidance to ensure we achieve our corporate finance goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about owning and having a meaningful impact on the business, this is the opportunity for you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Partner SMC CCO to ensure deep understanding of their P&L and implications of decisions as we navigate ambitious growth plans Hold the CCO accountable for business growth and profitability, as determined by the long term plan Be the conduit between Group FP&A and SMC, ensuring they are aligned on forecast expectations Use financial & commercial acumen to support strategic decisions Champion customer metrics in the business KEY REQUIREMENTS A positive & energetic individual who can thrive in a high growth & exciting work environment An experienced finance business partner with a track record of fostering valuable, cross-functional relationships Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to build & present a story to influence complex decisions Experience with performance management, with the ability to formulate new KPIs or expand on existing ones Critical thinker, who can use analytical techniques to dive into the detail, draw informed decisions, then zoom out to provide commercially minded recommendations Advanced financial modelling & presentation building Experience in a fast growth marketplace business with exposure to paid marketing an advantage Qualified accountant with extensive post-qualification experience BONUS POINTS Use of Google's product suite Partnered an Exec or senior stakeholder of a revenue generating unit Marketing Funnel : Knowledge of the marketing funnel and application to a consumer facing marketplace business INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory video call with our Talent team 1hr interview with the Hiring Manager Analytical Exercise / Skills interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Competitive comp package 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 with length of service, plus extras for house moves, weddings and more! Employee-friendly share options Pension scheme via Royal London - up to 5% company contribution Vitality private healthcare insurance Life Assurance - 4x annual salary Monthly coaching sessions with Spill - our mental wellbeing partner Inclusive parental, partner and shared parental leave, including up to 20 weeks' full pay maternity and shared parental leave, and 8 weeks' full partner pay, as well as fertility treatment and pregnancy loss policies Bubble childcare support and discounted nanny fees for little ones 'Work from abroad for a month' annual scheme Generous learning and development budget £500/€550 home office budget Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.
Commercial Finance Manager OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! COMMERCIAL Our high-growth automotive tech scale-up is seeking a hands-on Commercial Finance Manager to support the next phase of rapid expansion. Backed by a recent $52m investment, we're building a best-in-class commercial finance function to support our ambitious growth plans. You'll be responsible for partnering the impressive Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of the Sell My Car (SMC) business unit. You will provide best in class financial analysis and strategic guidance to ensure we achieve our corporate finance goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about owning and having a meaningful impact on the business, this is the opportunity for you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Partner SMC CCO to ensure deep understanding of their P&L and implications of decisions as we navigate ambitious growth plans Hold the CCO accountable for business growth and profitability, as determined by the long term plan Be the conduit between Group FP&A and SMC, ensuring they are aligned on forecast expectations Use financial & commercial acumen to support strategic decisions Champion customer metrics in the business KEY REQUIREMENTS A positive & energetic individual who can thrive in a high growth & exciting work environment An experienced finance business partner with a track record of fostering valuable, cross-functional relationships Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to build & present a story to influence complex decisions Experience with performance management, with the ability to formulate new KPIs or expand on existing ones Critical thinker, who can use analytical techniques to dive into the detail, draw informed decisions, then zoom out to provide commercially minded recommendations Advanced financial modelling & presentation building Experience in a fast growth marketplace business with exposure to paid marketing an advantage Qualified accountant with extensive post-qualification experience BONUS POINTS Use of Google's product suite Partnered an Exec or senior stakeholder of a revenue generating unit Marketing Funnel : Knowledge of the marketing funnel and application to a consumer facing marketplace business INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory video call with our Talent team 1hr interview with the Hiring Manager Analytical Exercise / Skills interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Competitive comp package 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 with length of service, plus extras for house moves, weddings and more! Employee-friendly share options Pension scheme via Royal London - up to 5% company contribution Vitality private healthcare insurance Life Assurance - 4x annual salary Monthly coaching sessions with Spill - our mental wellbeing partner Inclusive parental, partner and shared parental leave, including up to 20 weeks' full pay maternity and shared parental leave, and 8 weeks' full partner pay, as well as fertility treatment and pregnancy loss policies Bubble childcare support and discounted nanny fees for little ones 'Work from abroad for a month' annual scheme Generous learning and development budget £500/€550 home office budget Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.
Carwow Group
City, London
OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! BUSINESS Join us on a mission to transform how 300+ commercial and operations professionals work every day - by putting Salesforce at the heart of our business. As part of the Business Innovation team, you won't just maintain a system - you'll contribute the evolution of our internal platform strategy. Your role is to empower teams by removing friction, replacing redundant tools, and ensuring Salesforce becomes a single source of truth for how we operate and grow. We're looking for someone who sees beyond config and code - someone ready to take ownership, drive adoption, and shape the future of our platform. You'll play a key role in bringing every user fully onto Salesforce, embedding best practices, and preparing the business to harness automation and AI at scale. If you're a Salesforce admin - with the vision to drive impact and the skills to bring others with you - this is your opportunity. YOUR MISSION We're looking for a Senior Salesforce Administrator to help us scale our internal platforms and processes as we continue to grow at pace. Sitting within the Business Innovation team, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of Salesforce initiatives that power our Sales, Customer Experience, and Operations teams. This is a strategic, hands-on role ideal for someone who's confident in breaking down requirements, managing sprint delivery, and translating platform vision into tangible outcomes - all while working closely with senior stakeholders. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Drive the intake, analysis, and execution of Salesforce change requests - translating business needs into scalable, maintainable solutions. Act as point of contact for complex platform issues, ensuring rapid root-cause resolution and clear communication. Lead the full lifecycle of enhancements: scope requirements, design solutions, configure and build, test, and deploy. Own the configuration of Sales Cloud and/or Service Cloud - including custom objects, automation logic, validation rules, permission structures, and reporting models. Actively manage technical debt and ensure long-term platform scalability. Lead the implementation and optimisation of integrations between Salesforce and internal/external systems to ensure data flows are reliable, secure, and aligned with operational workflows. Lead training sessions and create enablement materials tailored for end users, power users, and stakeholders to drive platform adoption and accountability. Partner with admins, analysts, and developers to plan and deliver cross-functional features across sales, customer operations, and commercial teams. Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and list views to support business reporting needs. Support UAT, bug resolution, and user onboarding for all new platform capabilities. Identify and implement opportunities for process automation using Flow, approval workflows, and custom notifications. KEY REQUIREMENTS Have 5+ years of Salesforce administrator experience, with strong hands-on knowledge of Flows and declarative tools. Understand how to balance technical debt, speed, and clean design in a fast-paced environment. Thrive in cross-functional teams and are comfortable working with stakeholders across sales, operations, and support. Have experience working in agile environments using tools like Asana. Are proactive, pragmatic, and focused on outcomes, not just shipping code. Have a good understanding of process automation tools (e.g., Flows, Validation Rules) and are confident creating robust and scalable solutions to achieve business goals. Are able to create reports, dashboards, and list views for various use cases and business stakeholders. Have Salesforce Administrator Certification or equivalent hands-on credibility. BONUS POINTS Work closely with AI/automation and Ops teams to streamline high-volume or high-touch workflows. Experience in a development capacity, including working with Apex and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Experience supporting Salesforce integrations with other business systems. Additional certifications such as Advanced Administrator and Platform App Builder. INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory call with our Talent team Technical Interview with the Hiring Manager Case study Interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Competitive comp package 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 with length of service, plus extras for house moves, weddings and more! Employee-friendly share options Pension scheme via Royal London - up to 5% company contribution Vitality private healthcare insurance Life Assurance - 4x annual salary Monthly coaching sessions with Spill - our mental wellbeing partner Inclusive parental, partner and shared parental leave including up to 20 weeks' full pay maternity and shared parental leave, and 8 weeks' full partner pay, as well as fertility treatment and pregnancy loss policies Bubble childcare support and discounted nanny fees for little ones 'Work from abroad for a month' annual scheme Generous learning and development budget £500 home office budget Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.
OUR MISSION To become the car-changing destination of choice. By combining technology, media and deep automotive expertise, we've turned how people buy, sell, advertise and lease cars on its head. What started as a simple reviews site is now one of the largest online car-changing destinations in Europe. Last year alone we grew over 50% with nearly £3bn worth of cars bought on site, while £1.8bn of cars were listed for sale through our Sell My Car service. In 2024 we went big and acquired Autovia - creators of AutoExpress and Evo magazines - doubling our audience overnight. Together we now have one of the biggest YouTube channels in the world with almost 10m subscribers and over 1.1 billion annual views, while we sell 1.2 million print copies of our magazines and have an annual web content reach over 350million. And we're a long way from done! BUSINESS Join us on a mission to transform how 300+ commercial and operations professionals work every day - by putting Salesforce at the heart of our business. As part of the Business Innovation team, you won't just maintain a system - you'll contribute the evolution of our internal platform strategy. Your role is to empower teams by removing friction, replacing redundant tools, and ensuring Salesforce becomes a single source of truth for how we operate and grow. We're looking for someone who sees beyond config and code - someone ready to take ownership, drive adoption, and shape the future of our platform. You'll play a key role in bringing every user fully onto Salesforce, embedding best practices, and preparing the business to harness automation and AI at scale. If you're a Salesforce admin - with the vision to drive impact and the skills to bring others with you - this is your opportunity. YOUR MISSION We're looking for a Senior Salesforce Administrator to help us scale our internal platforms and processes as we continue to grow at pace. Sitting within the Business Innovation team, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of Salesforce initiatives that power our Sales, Customer Experience, and Operations teams. This is a strategic, hands-on role ideal for someone who's confident in breaking down requirements, managing sprint delivery, and translating platform vision into tangible outcomes - all while working closely with senior stakeholders. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Drive the intake, analysis, and execution of Salesforce change requests - translating business needs into scalable, maintainable solutions. Act as point of contact for complex platform issues, ensuring rapid root-cause resolution and clear communication. Lead the full lifecycle of enhancements: scope requirements, design solutions, configure and build, test, and deploy. Own the configuration of Sales Cloud and/or Service Cloud - including custom objects, automation logic, validation rules, permission structures, and reporting models. Actively manage technical debt and ensure long-term platform scalability. Lead the implementation and optimisation of integrations between Salesforce and internal/external systems to ensure data flows are reliable, secure, and aligned with operational workflows. Lead training sessions and create enablement materials tailored for end users, power users, and stakeholders to drive platform adoption and accountability. Partner with admins, analysts, and developers to plan and deliver cross-functional features across sales, customer operations, and commercial teams. Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and list views to support business reporting needs. Support UAT, bug resolution, and user onboarding for all new platform capabilities. Identify and implement opportunities for process automation using Flow, approval workflows, and custom notifications. KEY REQUIREMENTS Have 5+ years of Salesforce administrator experience, with strong hands-on knowledge of Flows and declarative tools. Understand how to balance technical debt, speed, and clean design in a fast-paced environment. Thrive in cross-functional teams and are comfortable working with stakeholders across sales, operations, and support. Have experience working in agile environments using tools like Asana. Are proactive, pragmatic, and focused on outcomes, not just shipping code. Have a good understanding of process automation tools (e.g., Flows, Validation Rules) and are confident creating robust and scalable solutions to achieve business goals. Are able to create reports, dashboards, and list views for various use cases and business stakeholders. Have Salesforce Administrator Certification or equivalent hands-on credibility. BONUS POINTS Work closely with AI/automation and Ops teams to streamline high-volume or high-touch workflows. Experience in a development capacity, including working with Apex and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Experience supporting Salesforce integrations with other business systems. Additional certifications such as Advanced Administrator and Platform App Builder. INTERVIEW PROCESS Introductory call with our Talent team Technical Interview with the Hiring Manager Case study Interview Values Interview WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Competitive comp package 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 with length of service, plus extras for house moves, weddings and more! Employee-friendly share options Pension scheme via Royal London - up to 5% company contribution Vitality private healthcare insurance Life Assurance - 4x annual salary Monthly coaching sessions with Spill - our mental wellbeing partner Inclusive parental, partner and shared parental leave including up to 20 weeks' full pay maternity and shared parental leave, and 8 weeks' full partner pay, as well as fertility treatment and pregnancy loss policies Bubble childcare support and discounted nanny fees for little ones 'Work from abroad for a month' annual scheme Generous learning and development budget £500 home office budget Diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our culture. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, so we welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply for this position. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills and potential, so all our applicants are treated fairly and equally.