Business Analyst - Financial Systems Position Description At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping large-scale SAP transformation programmes that drive measurable outcomes for leading retail clients. Working at the intersection of business and technology, you will translate complex processes into impactful solutions, enabling smarter decision-making and operational excellence. You'll contribute to high-value delivery, influence strategic direction, and collaborate with experts across disciplines, all within a culture that empowers ownership, encourages innovative thinking, and supports your professional growth and long-term success. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position with some travel to Milton Keynes Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the analysis and validation of business processes within a major SAP transformation, ensuring alignment between business needs and system capabilities. You will work closely with stakeholders across finance, retail, and technology teams to shape solution design, drive clarity in requirements, and deliver high-quality artefacts that underpin programme success. Your work will directly influence strategic decisions, enabling effective transformation outcomes while operating in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will take ownership of translating complex requirements into structured deliverables, contribute to data migration and solution design strategies, and play a key role in bridging business and technical teams to ensure seamless delivery. Lead & facilitate stakeholder workshops to define requirements and resolve ambiguities Analyse & map business processes across finance, retail, and procure-to-pay domains Perform & document fit-gap analysis aligned to SAP capabilities Develop & deliver high-quality artefacts (BRDs, process maps, functional specs, UAT scripts) Collaborate & align with architects, SAP consultants, and data migration specialists Identify & mitigate risks related to system design and data migration Present & influence decision-making through structured, executive-level outputs Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience as a Business Analyst within complex transformation programmes, with the ability to operate confidently across business and technical domains. You should demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement, structured analysis, and the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation that drives delivery outcomes. Experience across Finance, Retail, or Procure-to-Pay processes Proven experience as a Business Analyst with strong experience of financial environments Strong expertise in fit-gap analysis and requirements engineering Ability to facilitate workshops and manage senior stakeholders effectively Strong documentation skills across BRDs, process maps, and functional specifications Understanding of data migration, system integrations, and compliance considerations Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and process mapping tools Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Business Analyst - Financial Systems Position Description At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping large-scale SAP transformation programmes that drive measurable outcomes for leading retail clients. Working at the intersection of business and technology, you will translate complex processes into impactful solutions, enabling smarter decision-making and operational excellence. You'll contribute to high-value delivery, influence strategic direction, and collaborate with experts across disciplines, all within a culture that empowers ownership, encourages innovative thinking, and supports your professional growth and long-term success. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position with some travel to Milton Keynes Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the analysis and validation of business processes within a major SAP transformation, ensuring alignment between business needs and system capabilities. You will work closely with stakeholders across finance, retail, and technology teams to shape solution design, drive clarity in requirements, and deliver high-quality artefacts that underpin programme success. Your work will directly influence strategic decisions, enabling effective transformation outcomes while operating in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will take ownership of translating complex requirements into structured deliverables, contribute to data migration and solution design strategies, and play a key role in bridging business and technical teams to ensure seamless delivery. Lead & facilitate stakeholder workshops to define requirements and resolve ambiguities Analyse & map business processes across finance, retail, and procure-to-pay domains Perform & document fit-gap analysis aligned to SAP capabilities Develop & deliver high-quality artefacts (BRDs, process maps, functional specs, UAT scripts) Collaborate & align with architects, SAP consultants, and data migration specialists Identify & mitigate risks related to system design and data migration Present & influence decision-making through structured, executive-level outputs Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience as a Business Analyst within complex transformation programmes, with the ability to operate confidently across business and technical domains. You should demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement, structured analysis, and the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation that drives delivery outcomes. Experience across Finance, Retail, or Procure-to-Pay processes Proven experience as a Business Analyst with strong experience of financial environments Strong expertise in fit-gap analysis and requirements engineering Ability to facilitate workshops and manage senior stakeholders effectively Strong documentation skills across BRDs, process maps, and functional specifications Understanding of data migration, system integrations, and compliance considerations Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and process mapping tools Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
As our Test Lead, you'll help shape how we build and deliver technology at Riverford, making sure quality is part of the process from the start. You ll report into our Director of Enterprise Solutions. Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth and solutions driven tech team Beyond the Veg Box - At Riverford, our passion for organic vegetables is unmatched. We re not just about delivering veg boxes; we're dedicated to sustainable farming and community building. As a part of our team, you become a co-owner, sharing in our successes and contributing to a mission that goes beyond profit. We aim to make Riverford a fulfilling place to work, where our co-owners feel valued. Our HQ at Wash Farm in Devon is a beautiful place to work , surrounded by good people, good food, and plenty of fresh air. As a co-owner, you ll benefit from 33 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays), an ethical & generous company pension scheme, and an annual profit share, where 10% of all profits are split equally among co-owners. We also offer heavily discounted organic breakfasts and lunches, free organic fruit and veg to take home and free parking. Grow with Riverford - Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with training tailored to help you grow and achieve your goals. As our Test Lead, you ll help shape Riverford s future. You ll work closely with architects, engineers, analysts, partners and teams across the business to build good testing practices into everyday work not just at the end. It s about helping people feel confident in what they re delivering and making testing a natural part of how we work.We re rolling out a new ERP platform while improving our data, integrations and digital tools. You ll help make sure these changes are well tested and land smoothly for the people using them.This is a hands-on role. You ll support and guide others, while coordinating testing across different projects so everything joins up. There s no dedicated test team, but you ll work with others across the business to keep standards high and quality front and centre. Salary: Circa £55k DOE Location - We encourage flexitime and hybrid working and remote applications will be considered with a requirement to be on-site occasionally at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What You ll Bring Proven ability to design testing and test automation approaches for complex enterprise systems (both off the shelf and built in-house). Hands-on experience of test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines and automated quality gates, scripting, and one or more test management tools. Experience testing APIs, end-to-end system integrations, and event-driven architectures. Ability to work in agile and waterfall environments, with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Any of these are a plus Experience working on ERP or large-scale enterprise transformation programmes and familiarity with at least one common business process e.g. Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Manufacturing etc. Experience of IFS (or another major ERP platform), Oracle DB, Clojure (or another functional programming language), hybrid cloud/on-prem environments. Sector experience in food and drink, retail, logistics, or e-commerce. Relevant certifications such as ISTQB, ITIL, or equivalent. What We re Looking For Attention to Detail: Balances overarching strategy with careful planning and execution. Organisation: Takes a structured approach to work. Collaboration: Willing to share knowledge and experience to help develop the testing capability for the long-term. Quality Advocacy: Champions a culture of quality across teams, able to drive up standards without direct authority by helping engineers and business stakeholders understand their role in delivering reliable systems. Relationship Building: Cultivates positive connections across diverse teams, building trust and collaboration. Resilience: Thrives in dynamic environments, adeptly overcoming challenges with a solution-focused approach. Values Alignment: Embraces Riverford s core values, demonstrating dedication to ethical practices, sustainability, and the principles of employee ownership. Application Process: We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply soon. First stage interviews will be held on the 23rd and 24th of April. Second stage interview will be on the 7th of May.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
As our Test Lead, you'll help shape how we build and deliver technology at Riverford, making sure quality is part of the process from the start. You ll report into our Director of Enterprise Solutions. Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth and solutions driven tech team Beyond the Veg Box - At Riverford, our passion for organic vegetables is unmatched. We re not just about delivering veg boxes; we're dedicated to sustainable farming and community building. As a part of our team, you become a co-owner, sharing in our successes and contributing to a mission that goes beyond profit. We aim to make Riverford a fulfilling place to work, where our co-owners feel valued. Our HQ at Wash Farm in Devon is a beautiful place to work , surrounded by good people, good food, and plenty of fresh air. As a co-owner, you ll benefit from 33 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays), an ethical & generous company pension scheme, and an annual profit share, where 10% of all profits are split equally among co-owners. We also offer heavily discounted organic breakfasts and lunches, free organic fruit and veg to take home and free parking. Grow with Riverford - Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with training tailored to help you grow and achieve your goals. As our Test Lead, you ll help shape Riverford s future. You ll work closely with architects, engineers, analysts, partners and teams across the business to build good testing practices into everyday work not just at the end. It s about helping people feel confident in what they re delivering and making testing a natural part of how we work.We re rolling out a new ERP platform while improving our data, integrations and digital tools. You ll help make sure these changes are well tested and land smoothly for the people using them.This is a hands-on role. You ll support and guide others, while coordinating testing across different projects so everything joins up. There s no dedicated test team, but you ll work with others across the business to keep standards high and quality front and centre. Salary: Circa £55k DOE Location - We encourage flexitime and hybrid working and remote applications will be considered with a requirement to be on-site occasionally at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What You ll Bring Proven ability to design testing and test automation approaches for complex enterprise systems (both off the shelf and built in-house). Hands-on experience of test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines and automated quality gates, scripting, and one or more test management tools. Experience testing APIs, end-to-end system integrations, and event-driven architectures. Ability to work in agile and waterfall environments, with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Any of these are a plus Experience working on ERP or large-scale enterprise transformation programmes and familiarity with at least one common business process e.g. Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Manufacturing etc. Experience of IFS (or another major ERP platform), Oracle DB, Clojure (or another functional programming language), hybrid cloud/on-prem environments. Sector experience in food and drink, retail, logistics, or e-commerce. Relevant certifications such as ISTQB, ITIL, or equivalent. What We re Looking For Attention to Detail: Balances overarching strategy with careful planning and execution. Organisation: Takes a structured approach to work. Collaboration: Willing to share knowledge and experience to help develop the testing capability for the long-term. Quality Advocacy: Champions a culture of quality across teams, able to drive up standards without direct authority by helping engineers and business stakeholders understand their role in delivering reliable systems. Relationship Building: Cultivates positive connections across diverse teams, building trust and collaboration. Resilience: Thrives in dynamic environments, adeptly overcoming challenges with a solution-focused approach. Values Alignment: Embraces Riverford s core values, demonstrating dedication to ethical practices, sustainability, and the principles of employee ownership. Application Process: We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply soon. First stage interviews will be held on the 23rd and 24th of April. Second stage interview will be on the 7th of May.
Job Details Date: 26 Apr 2023 Sector: FINANCIAL MARKETS Type: Contract Location: London Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 per annum Email: Ref: DB24862 Position Overview We are looking for a Graduate Performance and Risk Analyst with at least two years of investment experience for an initially 3 month contract with an asset manager in the City of London. Ideal candidates have a background in investment risk, performance, asset allocation, finance, QIR or NAV at an investment bank or firm. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and asset performance reporting. Quarterly operational data update with commentaries. Prepare analysis on portfolio leverage and yield profile and other key metrics. Prepare half yearly deal expenses report. Maintain a database of fund managers and key performance metrics, including return benchmarking. Log quarterly performance data from each fund manager for the fund(s) and for the UP. Perform performance measurement, including attribution from first principles, creating spreadsheets as needed. Calculate basic risk measures from raw data. Handle large datasets and develop interrogation databases. Qualifications & Skills Strong IT and analytical skills, especially Excel and VBA. Experience managing databases. Exposure to futures and options. Experience with performance measurement and attribution. Exposure to a broad range of clients (charity, pension funds, retail, private clients). Aware of marketing requirements; experience with RFPs is helpful.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Job Details Date: 26 Apr 2023 Sector: FINANCIAL MARKETS Type: Contract Location: London Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 per annum Email: Ref: DB24862 Position Overview We are looking for a Graduate Performance and Risk Analyst with at least two years of investment experience for an initially 3 month contract with an asset manager in the City of London. Ideal candidates have a background in investment risk, performance, asset allocation, finance, QIR or NAV at an investment bank or firm. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and asset performance reporting. Quarterly operational data update with commentaries. Prepare analysis on portfolio leverage and yield profile and other key metrics. Prepare half yearly deal expenses report. Maintain a database of fund managers and key performance metrics, including return benchmarking. Log quarterly performance data from each fund manager for the fund(s) and for the UP. Perform performance measurement, including attribution from first principles, creating spreadsheets as needed. Calculate basic risk measures from raw data. Handle large datasets and develop interrogation databases. Qualifications & Skills Strong IT and analytical skills, especially Excel and VBA. Experience managing databases. Exposure to futures and options. Experience with performance measurement and attribution. Exposure to a broad range of clients (charity, pension funds, retail, private clients). Aware of marketing requirements; experience with RFPs is helpful.
Role: Finance Analyst Location: Manchester (with occasional London travel) Contract: 9-month Fixed Term Overview An international consumer goods business is seeking a Finance Analyst to support a key overseas business unit during a period of transformation and growth. The role focuses on delivering high-quality financial analysis, supporting decision-making, and ensuring core finance processes are executed accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly accruals (operating and marketing) and post journals Manage cash allocation processes (including self-billing and debtor allocation) Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations Support weekly and monthly performance reporting Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles (P&L and balance sheet) Maintain and analyse marketing spend trackers and controls Support month-end close processes Manage trade promotions reporting and analysis Oversee pricing administration and controls Provide ad hoc analysis to senior stakeholders Requirements (ACCA/CIMA) or studying towards qualification Degree educated Prior experience in finance (FMCG/retail advantageous) Skills Strong analytical capability Clear communication and stakeholder engagement Proactive, organised, and self-motivated Ability to manage multiple priorities If you are interested please do apply now! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Role: Finance Analyst Location: Manchester (with occasional London travel) Contract: 9-month Fixed Term Overview An international consumer goods business is seeking a Finance Analyst to support a key overseas business unit during a period of transformation and growth. The role focuses on delivering high-quality financial analysis, supporting decision-making, and ensuring core finance processes are executed accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly accruals (operating and marketing) and post journals Manage cash allocation processes (including self-billing and debtor allocation) Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations Support weekly and monthly performance reporting Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles (P&L and balance sheet) Maintain and analyse marketing spend trackers and controls Support month-end close processes Manage trade promotions reporting and analysis Oversee pricing administration and controls Provide ad hoc analysis to senior stakeholders Requirements (ACCA/CIMA) or studying towards qualification Degree educated Prior experience in finance (FMCG/retail advantageous) Skills Strong analytical capability Clear communication and stakeholder engagement Proactive, organised, and self-motivated Ability to manage multiple priorities If you are interested please do apply now! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Title: Senior Analyst - Corporate Actions Location: Hybrid - Manchester - 3 days on site per week, 2 days remote Salary: £32,000-£36,000 Who we are: interactive investor is an award-winning investment platform that puts its customers in control of their financial future. We've been helping investors for nearly 30 years. We've seen market highs and lows and been resilient throughout. We're now the UK's number one flat-fee investment platform, with assets under administration approaching £75 billion and over 450,000 customers. For a simple, flat monthly fee we provide a secure home for your pensions, ISAs and investments. We offer a wide choice of over 20,000 UK and international investment options, including shares, funds, trusts and ETFs. We also bring impartial, expert content from our award-winning financial journalists, highly engaged community of investors, and daily newsletters and insights. Purpose of role: The UK and International Corporate Action teams sit within the Investment Operations area of ii. Reporting to the Corporate Actions Team Manager, the role holder is, under limited supervision, responsible for executing the timely and accurate end to end processing of all Corporate Action and Dividend events which have an impact on security positions held by our clients. We work in a fast paced, deadline driven high risk financial environment so attention to detail, efficiency, and accuracy is key. The department has been well established in Manchester and is a highly efficient and successful operation, providing first class service to our clients. This has been achieved through a strong focus on control, automation and people. We are looking for a dynamic and high performing team member to continue the positive progression of the area. Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end corporate action event life cycle on capital and income events across UK and international markets and custody platforms (CREST, Aegon, UBS, FNZ, Direct Fund Managers) and Validations. Analysis and interpretation of incoming market announcements from data vendors, creation of the event in our systems ensuring compliance with CASS, CRS , MiFID and consumer duty requirements. Timely set up and distribution of event notifications to customers and acting on client elections accurately by acceptance deadline. Ensuring corporate action entitlements are allocated to our customer accounts in an accurate and timely manner with correct book cost apportionment and subsequent post reconciliation tasks completed. Maintenance of the Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) programme and daily adjustment of firm prefunding requirements for dividends. Own the end to end process of cross border events to ensure final settlement in the resultant market/custodian. Communication with other market participants concerning the timely settlement of market claims. Processing of IPO events including elections and entitlements, and processing VCT applications when received from customers. Processing of Accelerated Book Builds (out of hours where applicable) including elections and entitlements. Processing proxy voting, ensuring accuracy and completeness and creating letters of representation to ensure customers are correctly represented at proxy events. Identification and escalation of commercial opportunities through corporate action announcements. Liaise with external counterparties and agents / internal departments at all levels and external correspondents as required. Interact daily with Customer Services, handling all front office and customer queries in a timely and efficient manner to deliver a first class customer experience. This includes emails, FOBOW's and Secure messages. Maintain the first line of compliance defence by ensuring individual adherence to business processes and procedures that are designed to meet the regulatory standards set out in the relevant FCA rules and guidance, with particular reference to CASS regulation. Completion of regular 1042 reconciliations working closely with key stakeholders including operational tax department and international and UK Custodians. Analysing operational processes, identifying and progressing opportunities for improvement. Assistance with ad hoc and scheduled projects as required. Assist with system testing as required. Provide Management Information when required. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills & Experience Required: Proven 3 Years+ experience in a corporate actions or dividend role including the ability to complete end to end processing of events. Advanced analytical skills to interpret complex market, legal, tax, and company data relating to corporate events. Full understanding of FCA rules including CASS , MiFID, Consumer Duty and CRS reporting. Full understanding of the financial and reputational risks associated with corporate action processing. Ability to develop a strong and trusting relationship with key stakeholders and internal business units - another essential component of the role is dealing with ad hoc requests from a variety of different Business Units across the firm as and when they arise. Advanced ability to effectively communicate; defined as communication that is direct, courteous, grammatically correct, clear, succinct, and business-like. Advanced ability to exercise sound judgement to make logical decisions and know when to escale issues. Credibly debate and challenge processes within your role in line with the approved Risk Appetite Framework. Advanced ability to organise, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast paced environment. Approaches all situations with positive outlook, energy and enthusiasm with resilience , drive and initiative. Shows creativity and takes individual ownership for work quality and improvement. Ability to be vocal and promote own ideas and solutions to colleagues of all levels. Degree in Business or finance related discipline or Level 3 IOC (CISI) - Desirable. Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan - 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Private Medical Insurance - Provided by Bupa 25 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays Staff Discounts on our investment products Personal & Well-being Fund - Supporting your physical and mental wellness Retail Discounts - Savings at a wide range of high street and online retailers Voluntary Flexible Benefits - Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle Please Note: We will do our utmost efforts to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we're currently receiving, if you haven't been contacted within 30 days of application, please consider unsuccessful. interactive investor operates in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, disabilities, gender identities, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and making reasonable adjustments where needed to support disabled applicants. We actively prevent all forms of discrimination, harassment, and victimisation-whether direct, indirect, associative, or perceptive.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Analyst - Corporate Actions Location: Hybrid - Manchester - 3 days on site per week, 2 days remote Salary: £32,000-£36,000 Who we are: interactive investor is an award-winning investment platform that puts its customers in control of their financial future. We've been helping investors for nearly 30 years. We've seen market highs and lows and been resilient throughout. We're now the UK's number one flat-fee investment platform, with assets under administration approaching £75 billion and over 450,000 customers. For a simple, flat monthly fee we provide a secure home for your pensions, ISAs and investments. We offer a wide choice of over 20,000 UK and international investment options, including shares, funds, trusts and ETFs. We also bring impartial, expert content from our award-winning financial journalists, highly engaged community of investors, and daily newsletters and insights. Purpose of role: The UK and International Corporate Action teams sit within the Investment Operations area of ii. Reporting to the Corporate Actions Team Manager, the role holder is, under limited supervision, responsible for executing the timely and accurate end to end processing of all Corporate Action and Dividend events which have an impact on security positions held by our clients. We work in a fast paced, deadline driven high risk financial environment so attention to detail, efficiency, and accuracy is key. The department has been well established in Manchester and is a highly efficient and successful operation, providing first class service to our clients. This has been achieved through a strong focus on control, automation and people. We are looking for a dynamic and high performing team member to continue the positive progression of the area. Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end corporate action event life cycle on capital and income events across UK and international markets and custody platforms (CREST, Aegon, UBS, FNZ, Direct Fund Managers) and Validations. Analysis and interpretation of incoming market announcements from data vendors, creation of the event in our systems ensuring compliance with CASS, CRS , MiFID and consumer duty requirements. Timely set up and distribution of event notifications to customers and acting on client elections accurately by acceptance deadline. Ensuring corporate action entitlements are allocated to our customer accounts in an accurate and timely manner with correct book cost apportionment and subsequent post reconciliation tasks completed. Maintenance of the Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) programme and daily adjustment of firm prefunding requirements for dividends. Own the end to end process of cross border events to ensure final settlement in the resultant market/custodian. Communication with other market participants concerning the timely settlement of market claims. Processing of IPO events including elections and entitlements, and processing VCT applications when received from customers. Processing of Accelerated Book Builds (out of hours where applicable) including elections and entitlements. Processing proxy voting, ensuring accuracy and completeness and creating letters of representation to ensure customers are correctly represented at proxy events. Identification and escalation of commercial opportunities through corporate action announcements. Liaise with external counterparties and agents / internal departments at all levels and external correspondents as required. Interact daily with Customer Services, handling all front office and customer queries in a timely and efficient manner to deliver a first class customer experience. This includes emails, FOBOW's and Secure messages. Maintain the first line of compliance defence by ensuring individual adherence to business processes and procedures that are designed to meet the regulatory standards set out in the relevant FCA rules and guidance, with particular reference to CASS regulation. Completion of regular 1042 reconciliations working closely with key stakeholders including operational tax department and international and UK Custodians. Analysing operational processes, identifying and progressing opportunities for improvement. Assistance with ad hoc and scheduled projects as required. Assist with system testing as required. Provide Management Information when required. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills & Experience Required: Proven 3 Years+ experience in a corporate actions or dividend role including the ability to complete end to end processing of events. Advanced analytical skills to interpret complex market, legal, tax, and company data relating to corporate events. Full understanding of FCA rules including CASS , MiFID, Consumer Duty and CRS reporting. Full understanding of the financial and reputational risks associated with corporate action processing. Ability to develop a strong and trusting relationship with key stakeholders and internal business units - another essential component of the role is dealing with ad hoc requests from a variety of different Business Units across the firm as and when they arise. Advanced ability to effectively communicate; defined as communication that is direct, courteous, grammatically correct, clear, succinct, and business-like. Advanced ability to exercise sound judgement to make logical decisions and know when to escale issues. Credibly debate and challenge processes within your role in line with the approved Risk Appetite Framework. Advanced ability to organise, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast paced environment. Approaches all situations with positive outlook, energy and enthusiasm with resilience , drive and initiative. Shows creativity and takes individual ownership for work quality and improvement. Ability to be vocal and promote own ideas and solutions to colleagues of all levels. Degree in Business or finance related discipline or Level 3 IOC (CISI) - Desirable. Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan - 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Private Medical Insurance - Provided by Bupa 25 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays Staff Discounts on our investment products Personal & Well-being Fund - Supporting your physical and mental wellness Retail Discounts - Savings at a wide range of high street and online retailers Voluntary Flexible Benefits - Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle Please Note: We will do our utmost efforts to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we're currently receiving, if you haven't been contacted within 30 days of application, please consider unsuccessful. interactive investor operates in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, disabilities, gender identities, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and making reasonable adjustments where needed to support disabled applicants. We actively prevent all forms of discrimination, harassment, and victimisation-whether direct, indirect, associative, or perceptive.
Global Organisation seeks a CommercialFinance Analyst to join their team on an interim assignment. The CommercialFinance Analyst would be a confident and commercially minded individual who will support the Marketing & Sales team and would have strong financial modeling experience. Duties of the Commercial Finance Analyst include: Financial Modeling & Analysis : Developing, maintaining, and reviewing financial models to support sales/marketing forecasting, pricing strategies, promotions, and new product initiatives. Commercial Decision Support: Delivering insights for the Marketing and Sales teams to optimize spend, evaluating the profitability of promotional deals and marketing investments. Stakeholder Management: Providing clear financial reporting to the franchisee community and supporting senior management in trading decisions. Business partner with Marketing & Sales, providing timely and reliable financial insight. Provide analysis to the marketing and sales teams to facilitate data-driven investment decisions. Ad-hoc projects. Requirements for the Commercial Finance Analyst include: Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (for complex modeling) and experience with ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365). Strong financial modeling skills Business partnering experience with sales, marketing and commercial. Ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable business insights. Experience within FMCG, retail, manufacturing, or distribution industry is preferred. Strong commercial mindset, ability to challenge senior stakeholders, and high attention to detail. Hybrid Working
Apr 14, 2026
Seasonal
Global Organisation seeks a CommercialFinance Analyst to join their team on an interim assignment. The CommercialFinance Analyst would be a confident and commercially minded individual who will support the Marketing & Sales team and would have strong financial modeling experience. Duties of the Commercial Finance Analyst include: Financial Modeling & Analysis : Developing, maintaining, and reviewing financial models to support sales/marketing forecasting, pricing strategies, promotions, and new product initiatives. Commercial Decision Support: Delivering insights for the Marketing and Sales teams to optimize spend, evaluating the profitability of promotional deals and marketing investments. Stakeholder Management: Providing clear financial reporting to the franchisee community and supporting senior management in trading decisions. Business partner with Marketing & Sales, providing timely and reliable financial insight. Provide analysis to the marketing and sales teams to facilitate data-driven investment decisions. Ad-hoc projects. Requirements for the Commercial Finance Analyst include: Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (for complex modeling) and experience with ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365). Strong financial modeling skills Business partnering experience with sales, marketing and commercial. Ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable business insights. Experience within FMCG, retail, manufacturing, or distribution industry is preferred. Strong commercial mindset, ability to challenge senior stakeholders, and high attention to detail. Hybrid Working
Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
FP&A Manager Commercial Finance Inventory-Led Business Strategic Business Partner Are you a commercially minded FP&A Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers and close to the business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, nationally recognised consumer brand that has achieved significant growth and success in a fast-moving, inventory-led environment. The business combines heritage, creativity and ambition with a modern, data-driven approach - and finance plays a central role in shaping what comes next. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is about looking forward: identifying trends, risks and opportunities, turning data into insight, and helping senior leaders make better decisions. You'll be trusted, visible and influential - not just reporting performance, but actively improving it. In addition, you'll inherit a skilled and willing Finance Analyst who demonstrates all the relevant attributes of an aspiring FP&A professional The Role: As FP&A Manager, you will lead the budgeting and forecasting process while acting as a true business partner to commercial and operational teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading the annual budget and managing rolling forecasts, adapting quickly to trading performance and market conditions Translating merchandising and sales forecasts into robust financial plans, with real ownership of stock-related assumptions Providing clear insight into what happened, why it happened and what will happen next - with practical, commercial recommendations Building long-range plans, scenarios and business models to support growth, investment and new initiatives Partnering closely with non-finance leaders to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions Driving automation, efficiency and smarter reporting across finance tools and processes Managing and developing a Finance Analyst, setting high standards and clear accountability What We're Looking For: This role will suit a proactive FP&A professional who enjoys pace, complexity and commercial challenge. You are likely to have: Experience operating at FP&A Manager level (or equivalent) in a stock-driven, fast-paced environment Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, with confidence handling large datasets Excellent Excel skills alongside experience with BI tools and ERP systems A pragmatic, engaging communication style, able to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in retail, e-commerce, logistics or operational businesses (highly desirable) Exposure to using automation or AI tools to streamline analysis and reduce manual workload (a plus) An accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is welcomed but not essential Why Join? Join a respected national brand with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans Work in a genuinely commercial FP&A role, embedded in decision-making High visibility with senior stakeholders and real opportunity to influence outcomes The chance to modernise, automate and shape how finance supports the business A culture that values pragmatism, collaboration and thoughtful challenge On Offer: £70k - £75k Basic salary Hybrid working Company benefits If you're an FP&A Manager who enjoys stock, thrives on insight rather than reporting, and wants to make a visible impact in a successful, evolving business, this role offers exactly that.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
FP&A Manager Commercial Finance Inventory-Led Business Strategic Business Partner Are you a commercially minded FP&A Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers and close to the business? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, nationally recognised consumer brand that has achieved significant growth and success in a fast-moving, inventory-led environment. The business combines heritage, creativity and ambition with a modern, data-driven approach - and finance plays a central role in shaping what comes next. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is about looking forward: identifying trends, risks and opportunities, turning data into insight, and helping senior leaders make better decisions. You'll be trusted, visible and influential - not just reporting performance, but actively improving it. In addition, you'll inherit a skilled and willing Finance Analyst who demonstrates all the relevant attributes of an aspiring FP&A professional The Role: As FP&A Manager, you will lead the budgeting and forecasting process while acting as a true business partner to commercial and operational teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading the annual budget and managing rolling forecasts, adapting quickly to trading performance and market conditions Translating merchandising and sales forecasts into robust financial plans, with real ownership of stock-related assumptions Providing clear insight into what happened, why it happened and what will happen next - with practical, commercial recommendations Building long-range plans, scenarios and business models to support growth, investment and new initiatives Partnering closely with non-finance leaders to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions Driving automation, efficiency and smarter reporting across finance tools and processes Managing and developing a Finance Analyst, setting high standards and clear accountability What We're Looking For: This role will suit a proactive FP&A professional who enjoys pace, complexity and commercial challenge. You are likely to have: Experience operating at FP&A Manager level (or equivalent) in a stock-driven, fast-paced environment Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, with confidence handling large datasets Excellent Excel skills alongside experience with BI tools and ERP systems A pragmatic, engaging communication style, able to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in retail, e-commerce, logistics or operational businesses (highly desirable) Exposure to using automation or AI tools to streamline analysis and reduce manual workload (a plus) An accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) is welcomed but not essential Why Join? Join a respected national brand with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans Work in a genuinely commercial FP&A role, embedded in decision-making High visibility with senior stakeholders and real opportunity to influence outcomes The chance to modernise, automate and shape how finance supports the business A culture that values pragmatism, collaboration and thoughtful challenge On Offer: £70k - £75k Basic salary Hybrid working Company benefits If you're an FP&A Manager who enjoys stock, thrives on insight rather than reporting, and wants to make a visible impact in a successful, evolving business, this role offers exactly that.
IT Business Analyst We are seeking an IT Business Analyst to support our ERP transformation programme. You will act as the bridge between business teams and implementation partners, ensuring clear requirements, smooth delivery, and adoption of new systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Act as the single point of truth between business and IT teams. Gather, document, and prioritise functional and non-functional requirements. Map current vs future processes and identify improvements. Translate requirements into clear user stories, test scenarios, and UAT scripts. Support data migration, integrations, and quality assurance. Produce SOPs, training materials, and support change adoption. Success Measures Clear process maps and documented requirements framework. Fit-gap analysis with minimal customisation. Successful UAT cycles with defects triaged and closed. Seamless system integrations and high adoption of new processes. Key Traits Ownership mindset, pragmatic, and results-focused. Strong communicator and data-literate. Calm under pressure and skilled at influencing stakeholders. Skills & Experience Experience as a Business Analyst on ERP implementations (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Infor). Strong process analysis in Finance, Inventory, Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay. Hands-on with requirements management, testing, and UAT. Knowledge of data migration, APIs/EDI integrations, and change enablement. Retail/wholesale or omnichannel experience is a plus. BI skills or relevant certifications are desirable but not essential. Apply now to help drive digital transformation and operational excellence. Interested? Please Click Apply now! IT Business Analyst
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
IT Business Analyst We are seeking an IT Business Analyst to support our ERP transformation programme. You will act as the bridge between business teams and implementation partners, ensuring clear requirements, smooth delivery, and adoption of new systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Act as the single point of truth between business and IT teams. Gather, document, and prioritise functional and non-functional requirements. Map current vs future processes and identify improvements. Translate requirements into clear user stories, test scenarios, and UAT scripts. Support data migration, integrations, and quality assurance. Produce SOPs, training materials, and support change adoption. Success Measures Clear process maps and documented requirements framework. Fit-gap analysis with minimal customisation. Successful UAT cycles with defects triaged and closed. Seamless system integrations and high adoption of new processes. Key Traits Ownership mindset, pragmatic, and results-focused. Strong communicator and data-literate. Calm under pressure and skilled at influencing stakeholders. Skills & Experience Experience as a Business Analyst on ERP implementations (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Infor). Strong process analysis in Finance, Inventory, Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay. Hands-on with requirements management, testing, and UAT. Knowledge of data migration, APIs/EDI integrations, and change enablement. Retail/wholesale or omnichannel experience is a plus. BI skills or relevant certifications are desirable but not essential. Apply now to help drive digital transformation and operational excellence. Interested? Please Click Apply now! IT Business Analyst
Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation. We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential. We're looking for a Reward Manager with proven experience in the logistics, supply chain or distribution sector to lead compensation strategy and implementation across our nationwide operation. You will ensure market competitiveness by playing a lead role in the design and delivery of our new Job Architecture, supporting pay negotiations and partnering with People Partners on regular reward activity. What's in it for you? Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service) Private Medical Health Insurance Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life assurance (up to 4 times salary) Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development Cycle to work scheme Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: 37.5 per week Working pattern: Monday - Friday Location: Hybrid working, based at one of our network locations: Basingstoke, Midlands or Waterside, London What you'll do: Job Architecture: Lead the design, development and implementation of Gist's future Job Architecture including the migration to Towers Watson, transition of all current roles to this framework, training of relevant stakeholders, annual market alignment and ongoing management Regulatory Compliance: Ensure our pay policies, practices and reporting are compliant with all local laws and regulations. For example, EU Pay Transparency Directive and Gender Pay Reporting regulations Transformation: Ensure Gist's transformation projects are provided with valuable Reward insight and appropriate recommendations as required. This may involve benchmarking from several different sources and creating a clear picture and recommendation from fragmented data sources Stakeholder Management: Partner with People Partners, Finance, and senior leadership to advise on compensation-related matters, including but not limited to remuneration, job evaluations, retention and completion bonuses Pay Review (Non-Negotiated): Lead the annual pay review process from proposal and recommendations through to communication and implementation. Liaising with senior leadership, People Partners, Communications and Payroll Pay Review (Negotiated): Ensure Industrial Relations stakeholders are equipped with high quality market data and recommendations to ensure successful union negotiations. Fully supporting them at every step of the negotiation process Ad-Hoc Bonus & Incentives: Accountable for ensuring all ad-hoc bonuses and incentives are properly vetted to ensure they are effective while not causing issues from an internal relativity or tax standpoint Annual Bonus: Own the Annual Bonus policy and annual calculation and communications cycle with the support of a Reward Analyst Communications: Develop clear communications on compensation philosophy, pay transparency, and applicable benefits to enhance employee understanding and engagement Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with external consultants and survey providers; negotiate contracts and evaluate service effectiveness Other Activity: With the support of a Reward Analyst responsible for Job Evaluations, Compensation Survey completion, Gender Pay Reporting, Leavers Payments, Success Factors Workflows, ESC tickets and supporting wider team Who you are: Experience: 5+ years in compensation management or total rewards, with at least 2 years in a leadership role; Experience in logistics, Supply Chain or Distribution Excellent communication and influencing skills to engage with all levels of the organisation Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analytics tools and HR systems Advanced understanding of Willis Towers Watson job evaluation approach, Hay is a plus Knowledge of UK employment law and pay gap reporting, ROI experience is a plus Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality. Why Gist? At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical. Our objective is to establish a performance-focused environment that is fair and inclusive, where everyone can develop, and connect meaningfully to their manager, the Gist vision, and M&S. We are fiercely protective of everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing, and align firmly to M&S's sustainability commitments in Plan A. Gist will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era. As part of the M&S group, there's never been a better time to be part of our team. Join us and make an immediate impact. Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it's meaningful to you, it's important to us. Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation. We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential. We're looking for a Reward Manager with proven experience in the logistics, supply chain or distribution sector to lead compensation strategy and implementation across our nationwide operation. You will ensure market competitiveness by playing a lead role in the design and delivery of our new Job Architecture, supporting pay negotiations and partnering with People Partners on regular reward activity. What's in it for you? Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service) Private Medical Health Insurance Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life assurance (up to 4 times salary) Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development Cycle to work scheme Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: 37.5 per week Working pattern: Monday - Friday Location: Hybrid working, based at one of our network locations: Basingstoke, Midlands or Waterside, London What you'll do: Job Architecture: Lead the design, development and implementation of Gist's future Job Architecture including the migration to Towers Watson, transition of all current roles to this framework, training of relevant stakeholders, annual market alignment and ongoing management Regulatory Compliance: Ensure our pay policies, practices and reporting are compliant with all local laws and regulations. For example, EU Pay Transparency Directive and Gender Pay Reporting regulations Transformation: Ensure Gist's transformation projects are provided with valuable Reward insight and appropriate recommendations as required. This may involve benchmarking from several different sources and creating a clear picture and recommendation from fragmented data sources Stakeholder Management: Partner with People Partners, Finance, and senior leadership to advise on compensation-related matters, including but not limited to remuneration, job evaluations, retention and completion bonuses Pay Review (Non-Negotiated): Lead the annual pay review process from proposal and recommendations through to communication and implementation. Liaising with senior leadership, People Partners, Communications and Payroll Pay Review (Negotiated): Ensure Industrial Relations stakeholders are equipped with high quality market data and recommendations to ensure successful union negotiations. Fully supporting them at every step of the negotiation process Ad-Hoc Bonus & Incentives: Accountable for ensuring all ad-hoc bonuses and incentives are properly vetted to ensure they are effective while not causing issues from an internal relativity or tax standpoint Annual Bonus: Own the Annual Bonus policy and annual calculation and communications cycle with the support of a Reward Analyst Communications: Develop clear communications on compensation philosophy, pay transparency, and applicable benefits to enhance employee understanding and engagement Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with external consultants and survey providers; negotiate contracts and evaluate service effectiveness Other Activity: With the support of a Reward Analyst responsible for Job Evaluations, Compensation Survey completion, Gender Pay Reporting, Leavers Payments, Success Factors Workflows, ESC tickets and supporting wider team Who you are: Experience: 5+ years in compensation management or total rewards, with at least 2 years in a leadership role; Experience in logistics, Supply Chain or Distribution Excellent communication and influencing skills to engage with all levels of the organisation Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analytics tools and HR systems Advanced understanding of Willis Towers Watson job evaluation approach, Hay is a plus Knowledge of UK employment law and pay gap reporting, ROI experience is a plus Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality. Why Gist? At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical. Our objective is to establish a performance-focused environment that is fair and inclusive, where everyone can develop, and connect meaningfully to their manager, the Gist vision, and M&S. We are fiercely protective of everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing, and align firmly to M&S's sustainability commitments in Plan A. Gist will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era. As part of the M&S group, there's never been a better time to be part of our team. Join us and make an immediate impact. Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it's meaningful to you, it's important to us. Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.
Our client is a global financial markets trading company that serves a diverse range of clients including charities, pension funds, retail, and private investors. Performance Analyst (Factset Implementation) Date: 28 Apr 2023 Sector: FINANCIAL MARKETS Type: Contract Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £77,000 per annum Email: Ref: DB We are looking for a Performance and Risk Analyst with Factset experience, preferably assisting with the implementation of data into Factset. At least two years of investment experience is required. This is initially a 3 month contract for an asset manager in the City of London. Ideally you will have a background in Investment Risk, Performance Attribution, Asset Allocation, Finance, QIR, NAV within an investment bank or firm. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and Asset performance reporting Quarterly operational data updates with commentaries Prepare analysis on portfolio leverage and yield profile and other metrics Prepare half yearly deal expenses report Maintain a database of fund managers and key metrics, including return benchmarking Asset Management and Reporting Log quarterly performance data from each fund manager for the fund(s) and for the UP Experience of performance measurement is essential: attribution from first principles, able to calculate and create spreadsheets if required Exposure to futures and options Knowledge of basic risk measures, ability to calculate from raw data Ability to handle large amounts of data and create databases for interrogation Exposure to a broad range of clients: charity, pension funds, retail and private clients Awareness of marketing requirements, experience with RFPs would be helpful
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Our client is a global financial markets trading company that serves a diverse range of clients including charities, pension funds, retail, and private investors. Performance Analyst (Factset Implementation) Date: 28 Apr 2023 Sector: FINANCIAL MARKETS Type: Contract Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £77,000 per annum Email: Ref: DB We are looking for a Performance and Risk Analyst with Factset experience, preferably assisting with the implementation of data into Factset. At least two years of investment experience is required. This is initially a 3 month contract for an asset manager in the City of London. Ideally you will have a background in Investment Risk, Performance Attribution, Asset Allocation, Finance, QIR, NAV within an investment bank or firm. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and Asset performance reporting Quarterly operational data updates with commentaries Prepare analysis on portfolio leverage and yield profile and other metrics Prepare half yearly deal expenses report Maintain a database of fund managers and key metrics, including return benchmarking Asset Management and Reporting Log quarterly performance data from each fund manager for the fund(s) and for the UP Experience of performance measurement is essential: attribution from first principles, able to calculate and create spreadsheets if required Exposure to futures and options Knowledge of basic risk measures, ability to calculate from raw data Ability to handle large amounts of data and create databases for interrogation Exposure to a broad range of clients: charity, pension funds, retail and private clients Awareness of marketing requirements, experience with RFPs would be helpful
Join Superdrug Head Office- Make a Real Difference Every Day! Location: East Croydon Hours: 37.5 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station. Salary: Competitive Why Superdrug? Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.Were a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.Our success comes from our people they make the difference. Were all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling. Here's the exciting bit A day includes: Role Purpose: The Property & Investments Finance team plays a pivotal role in providing clear financial insight, analysis and guidance across the property portfolio and capital projects. We have a great opportunity to join the team as a Finance Analyst responsible for the financial management of 3 key Property Costs lines (Rent, Rates and Service Charge) covering c.800 Superdrug stores. The role will also involve the management of the Rent costs for our sister company Savers, c.500 stores.We care about individual career development and were looking for someone who wants to grow with us, with the business supporting you towards either CIMA, ACCA or ACA accreditation. Be the voice of customers and orchestrate the organisation to live the brand purpose and inspire a customer-first culture to build customer love in every touchpoint of our O+O platform A typical day in this role includes: Business partnering the Property leadership team, providing timely, accurate and insightful analysis to support delivery of company targets and profitability.Ownership of month end processes for Rent, Rates and Service Charge, including calculation and posting of accruals and prepayments, and providing clear explanations of variances where appropriatePreparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations ensuring they are completed with a high degree of accuracyResponsibility for updating Oracle Property Manager on a monthly basis for all changes in leases and assisting the Finance Manager with other tasks required for IFRS16 ReportingSupporting the Finance Manager with the Quarterly Forecasting and the Annual Budgeting processes, coordinating inputs from Property and external stakeholders and producing high quality outputs for Board review.Building strong relationships with external Finance teams across our 3rd party providers and attending relevant supplier meetingsDeveloping an understanding of all areas controlled by the Property function in order to support on adhoc analysis / help provide support to the wider Property & Investments Finance team where appropriateIdentifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and system use to deliver better insight efficientlySubstituting for the Finance Manager in their absence. Key Responsibilities: Understand customer needs and empowers others to remove any barriers to deliver great service. Use positive language and behaviours in all interactions with customers and colleagues, building trust and rapport. Suggests and supports new ideas and ways of working which are designed to improve service. See every interaction with the customer as an opportunity to delight them and comfortable using different platforms to communicate with them. This job is a good fit for you if you: Enjoy owning end-to-end financial processes and taking accountability for accuracy, control and deliveryAre confident managing large complex data sets and can bring structure and clarity Have strong attention to detail, are self-motivated, confident and enthusiasticLike working closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, building strong relationships and challenging constructively where needed. Confidently communicate, challenge and give feedback to others.Encourage teamwork & collaboration between their own team and others.Recognise the strengths & contribution of various teams, builds on networks to understand priorities of others and how to add value.Seek feedback and listens to it, takes responsibility to find positive outcomes and solutions.Generating ideas and feeling that they can be shared both within their immediate team and also outside of the team. What youll need: Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or relevant University degree (minimum of 2:1 grade)Experience using Excel (essential)Working knowledge of Oracle (desirable)Strong communication and time management skillsAbility to work in a fast pace and dynamic environmentAbility to develop strong working relationships both across the business and with third parties, including working with non-finance stakeholders Technical Responsibilities: Actively looks for new ways of working through Ai that would benefit the business and move things forward.Actively developing your ability to use AI effectively and think critically about outputs.Strengthen Human Touch - Keeping the human element strong: Balancing AI efficiency with human coaching, empathy, and team cohesion. Here's what's in it for you: 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and onlineHybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon StationCompany pension matching and bonusWe offer Stream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn itBeing part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UKWe are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!Unrivalled Learning and Development programmesEnhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Join Superdrug Head Office- Make a Real Difference Every Day! Location: East Croydon Hours: 37.5 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station. Salary: Competitive Why Superdrug? Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.Were a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.Our success comes from our people they make the difference. Were all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling. Here's the exciting bit A day includes: Role Purpose: The Property & Investments Finance team plays a pivotal role in providing clear financial insight, analysis and guidance across the property portfolio and capital projects. We have a great opportunity to join the team as a Finance Analyst responsible for the financial management of 3 key Property Costs lines (Rent, Rates and Service Charge) covering c.800 Superdrug stores. The role will also involve the management of the Rent costs for our sister company Savers, c.500 stores.We care about individual career development and were looking for someone who wants to grow with us, with the business supporting you towards either CIMA, ACCA or ACA accreditation. Be the voice of customers and orchestrate the organisation to live the brand purpose and inspire a customer-first culture to build customer love in every touchpoint of our O+O platform A typical day in this role includes: Business partnering the Property leadership team, providing timely, accurate and insightful analysis to support delivery of company targets and profitability.Ownership of month end processes for Rent, Rates and Service Charge, including calculation and posting of accruals and prepayments, and providing clear explanations of variances where appropriatePreparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations ensuring they are completed with a high degree of accuracyResponsibility for updating Oracle Property Manager on a monthly basis for all changes in leases and assisting the Finance Manager with other tasks required for IFRS16 ReportingSupporting the Finance Manager with the Quarterly Forecasting and the Annual Budgeting processes, coordinating inputs from Property and external stakeholders and producing high quality outputs for Board review.Building strong relationships with external Finance teams across our 3rd party providers and attending relevant supplier meetingsDeveloping an understanding of all areas controlled by the Property function in order to support on adhoc analysis / help provide support to the wider Property & Investments Finance team where appropriateIdentifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and system use to deliver better insight efficientlySubstituting for the Finance Manager in their absence. Key Responsibilities: Understand customer needs and empowers others to remove any barriers to deliver great service. Use positive language and behaviours in all interactions with customers and colleagues, building trust and rapport. Suggests and supports new ideas and ways of working which are designed to improve service. See every interaction with the customer as an opportunity to delight them and comfortable using different platforms to communicate with them. This job is a good fit for you if you: Enjoy owning end-to-end financial processes and taking accountability for accuracy, control and deliveryAre confident managing large complex data sets and can bring structure and clarity Have strong attention to detail, are self-motivated, confident and enthusiasticLike working closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, building strong relationships and challenging constructively where needed. Confidently communicate, challenge and give feedback to others.Encourage teamwork & collaboration between their own team and others.Recognise the strengths & contribution of various teams, builds on networks to understand priorities of others and how to add value.Seek feedback and listens to it, takes responsibility to find positive outcomes and solutions.Generating ideas and feeling that they can be shared both within their immediate team and also outside of the team. What youll need: Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or relevant University degree (minimum of 2:1 grade)Experience using Excel (essential)Working knowledge of Oracle (desirable)Strong communication and time management skillsAbility to work in a fast pace and dynamic environmentAbility to develop strong working relationships both across the business and with third parties, including working with non-finance stakeholders Technical Responsibilities: Actively looks for new ways of working through Ai that would benefit the business and move things forward.Actively developing your ability to use AI effectively and think critically about outputs.Strengthen Human Touch - Keeping the human element strong: Balancing AI efficiency with human coaching, empathy, and team cohesion. Here's what's in it for you: 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and onlineHybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon StationCompany pension matching and bonusWe offer Stream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn itBeing part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UKWe are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!Unrivalled Learning and Development programmesEnhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company
Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. We are looking for a highly motivated and curious Associate to join our Group Strategy and Corporate Development team. This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives on rigor and wants to play a foundational part in our inorganic and organic growth initiatives. As an Associate, you will be deeply embedded in the execution of strategic projects and M&A transactions, providing the data-driven insights that inform the long-term roadmap for both the Bank and our global SaaS business, Engine. Responsibilities Strategy & Transaction Execution Workstream Execution: Support complex strategic projects by owning specific workstreams, disaggregating problems, and conducting the analysis required to reach a recommendation. Deal Support: Act as a core member of the execution team for M&A, joint ventures, and partnerships. This will include valuing businesses, supporting the development of deal rationales, managing data rooms, coordinating due diligence providers, and preparing initial drafts of investment committee materials. Owning Deliverables: Draft clear, high-quality presentations and board papers. You will be responsible for ensuring that complex data is synthesized into a narrative that is succinct and clear. Analysis & Financial Understanding Financial Modelling: Build and maintain financial models (new ventures, M&A target business plans, and bank merger models) to evaluate new business cases and corporate opportunities. Valuation & Research: Perform detailed valuation analysis using multiple methodologies (Comps, Precedents, Fundamental). Market Intelligence: Monitor the global FinTech, Banking, and TMT landscape, providing regular briefings on competitor moves, regulatory shifts, and emerging trends. Team & Culture Cross-Functional Liaison: Work closely with FP&A, Investor Relations, Finance, Legal, and other teams to gather data and validate assumptions for strategic initiatives. Execution Rigour: Maintain a high velocity of output, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, formatted to a high standard, and delivered ahead of schedule. Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest ways to improve internal processes. Experience & Background We are looking for 2-4 years of experience in a high performing, and analytical environment, typically: Investment Banking: Senior analyst level, preferably within a FIG, FinTech, or TMT coverage group. Strategy Consulting: Senior associate level, with experience in commercial due diligence or corporate strategy. Corporate Development / PE: Early-career experience in a deal-oriented environment within the financial services or technology sectors. Technical & Analytical Skills Problem Solving: Ability to structure a clear approach to complex questions. Excel Technical Skills: Strong financial modeling skills. You should be comfortable building models from scratch that are logical, flexible, and error-free. Communication: Strong PowerPoint skills and the ability to write concise, professional long-form documents. Attributes First-Principles Thinking: You take a logical and data-driven approach to any task, even if it's something you've never done before. Attention to Detail: You have minimal tolerance when it comes to data accuracy and presentation formatting. Drive & Autonomy: You are a self-starter who can manage your own time and take initiative without constant supervision. Low Ego: You are happy to roll up your sleeves on any task, from high-level strategy to administrative deal management, to help the team succeed. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. We are looking for a highly motivated and curious Associate to join our Group Strategy and Corporate Development team. This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives on rigor and wants to play a foundational part in our inorganic and organic growth initiatives. As an Associate, you will be deeply embedded in the execution of strategic projects and M&A transactions, providing the data-driven insights that inform the long-term roadmap for both the Bank and our global SaaS business, Engine. Responsibilities Strategy & Transaction Execution Workstream Execution: Support complex strategic projects by owning specific workstreams, disaggregating problems, and conducting the analysis required to reach a recommendation. Deal Support: Act as a core member of the execution team for M&A, joint ventures, and partnerships. This will include valuing businesses, supporting the development of deal rationales, managing data rooms, coordinating due diligence providers, and preparing initial drafts of investment committee materials. Owning Deliverables: Draft clear, high-quality presentations and board papers. You will be responsible for ensuring that complex data is synthesized into a narrative that is succinct and clear. Analysis & Financial Understanding Financial Modelling: Build and maintain financial models (new ventures, M&A target business plans, and bank merger models) to evaluate new business cases and corporate opportunities. Valuation & Research: Perform detailed valuation analysis using multiple methodologies (Comps, Precedents, Fundamental). Market Intelligence: Monitor the global FinTech, Banking, and TMT landscape, providing regular briefings on competitor moves, regulatory shifts, and emerging trends. Team & Culture Cross-Functional Liaison: Work closely with FP&A, Investor Relations, Finance, Legal, and other teams to gather data and validate assumptions for strategic initiatives. Execution Rigour: Maintain a high velocity of output, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, formatted to a high standard, and delivered ahead of schedule. Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest ways to improve internal processes. Experience & Background We are looking for 2-4 years of experience in a high performing, and analytical environment, typically: Investment Banking: Senior analyst level, preferably within a FIG, FinTech, or TMT coverage group. Strategy Consulting: Senior associate level, with experience in commercial due diligence or corporate strategy. Corporate Development / PE: Early-career experience in a deal-oriented environment within the financial services or technology sectors. Technical & Analytical Skills Problem Solving: Ability to structure a clear approach to complex questions. Excel Technical Skills: Strong financial modeling skills. You should be comfortable building models from scratch that are logical, flexible, and error-free. Communication: Strong PowerPoint skills and the ability to write concise, professional long-form documents. Attributes First-Principles Thinking: You take a logical and data-driven approach to any task, even if it's something you've never done before. Attention to Detail: You have minimal tolerance when it comes to data accuracy and presentation formatting. Drive & Autonomy: You are a self-starter who can manage your own time and take initiative without constant supervision. Low Ego: You are happy to roll up your sleeves on any task, from high-level strategy to administrative deal management, to help the team succeed. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
For this role we offer the hybrid working approach with 2 days a week onsite in Livingston campus. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We're recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join our Supply Chain & Direct Product Costs accounting team. We're looking for a proactive, adaptable person who takes ownership; someone with strong analytical capability, who can understand issues quickly, and prioritise for impact. This role supports one of Sky's largest and most complex business areas, with a direct impact on reported performance and decision-making, and you'll play a key role supporting the business to report accurate, timely financials, working closely with Commercial Finance and stakeholders across Supply Chain operations. You'll add value through insightful analysis, robust control, and a strong understanding of the underlying drivers. For your development, there'll be opportunities to experience multiple process areas, deputise for colleagues, and conduct proactive ad hoc analysis. What you'll do: Own end-to-end accounting processes related to Sky's inventory held for resale and Supply Chain operating costs Oversee, review, and continuously enhance processes performed by our offshore operations team, providing clear guidance and constructive support Investigate P&L, Balance Sheet, and Working Capital variances vs forecast, prior year, prior month, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations related to your area, ensuring strong control Partner closely with Commercial Finance and Supply Chain stakeholders to provide insight, support decision-making, and resolve issues efficiently Contribute to process improvements and automation, for example through partnering with our in-house power platform engineer What you'll bring: A professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) is beneficial; high-performing exam-qualified or finalist candidates are also welcome Management Reporting / General Ledger accounting experience is essential Proactive problem-solving mindset High attention to detail Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Working knowledge of SAP ECC6 Advanced excel skills Inventory accounting experience Strong underlying financial and analytical capability, with the confidence to work through ambiguity Team overview: Controllership We enable Sky to succeed by ensuring we are a cost effective, scalable operation delivering great service in an agile and responsive way. Sky Finance has a deserved reputation for being at the heart of Sky's success - making things Simple by Design, finding the Win-Win for our business and customers, and working as One-Team. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: " Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows"(for non-Sky customers) A generous pension package" Private healthcare" Discounts and cashback at over 800 Retailers How you'll work: We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home. We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process. Your office base: Livingston Watermark House Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston North train station and the town centre. Plus there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
For this role we offer the hybrid working approach with 2 days a week onsite in Livingston campus. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We're recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join our Supply Chain & Direct Product Costs accounting team. We're looking for a proactive, adaptable person who takes ownership; someone with strong analytical capability, who can understand issues quickly, and prioritise for impact. This role supports one of Sky's largest and most complex business areas, with a direct impact on reported performance and decision-making, and you'll play a key role supporting the business to report accurate, timely financials, working closely with Commercial Finance and stakeholders across Supply Chain operations. You'll add value through insightful analysis, robust control, and a strong understanding of the underlying drivers. For your development, there'll be opportunities to experience multiple process areas, deputise for colleagues, and conduct proactive ad hoc analysis. What you'll do: Own end-to-end accounting processes related to Sky's inventory held for resale and Supply Chain operating costs Oversee, review, and continuously enhance processes performed by our offshore operations team, providing clear guidance and constructive support Investigate P&L, Balance Sheet, and Working Capital variances vs forecast, prior year, prior month, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations related to your area, ensuring strong control Partner closely with Commercial Finance and Supply Chain stakeholders to provide insight, support decision-making, and resolve issues efficiently Contribute to process improvements and automation, for example through partnering with our in-house power platform engineer What you'll bring: A professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) is beneficial; high-performing exam-qualified or finalist candidates are also welcome Management Reporting / General Ledger accounting experience is essential Proactive problem-solving mindset High attention to detail Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Working knowledge of SAP ECC6 Advanced excel skills Inventory accounting experience Strong underlying financial and analytical capability, with the confidence to work through ambiguity Team overview: Controllership We enable Sky to succeed by ensuring we are a cost effective, scalable operation delivering great service in an agile and responsive way. Sky Finance has a deserved reputation for being at the heart of Sky's success - making things Simple by Design, finding the Win-Win for our business and customers, and working as One-Team. The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: " Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows"(for non-Sky customers) A generous pension package" Private healthcare" Discounts and cashback at over 800 Retailers How you'll work: We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home. We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process. Your office base: Livingston Watermark House Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston North train station and the town centre. Plus there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
The Opportunity - M4 Corridor - Windsor / Slough / Reading / Bracknell / Wokingham We are seeking a highly ambitious and driven Junior Merchandiser (or a Senior Assistant Merchandiser ready for the next step) to join a rapidly growing luxury brand. This is a pivotal role within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, offering the opportunity to take real ownership across WSSI management, stock planning, sales analysis, and product lifecycle management. You'll play a key role in supporting merchandising strategy, driving trading performance, and ensuring the success of a premium product range. Key Responsibilities Merchandising & Trading Lead line project management from planning through to product launch Own and manage WSSI (Weekly Sales, Stock & Intake) processes to optimise stock levels and maximise sales performance Deliver detailed sales analysis, trading reports, and performance insights Identify risks and opportunities across stock, intake, and sell-through Planning & Stock Management Support forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management Oversee stock intake, replenishment, and availability Monitor product performance, margin, and stock turn Product & Ecommerce Merchandising Manage new product setup including product codes, pricing, and costings Maintain website product listings, ensuring accuracy of descriptions, imagery, and categorisation Support online merchandising, product sortation, and conversion optimisation Critical Path & Cross-Functional Collaboration Track critical path timelines to ensure on-time product launches Work closely with Buying, Marketing, Finance, Logistics, and Customer Service Act as a key point of contact for merchandising insights and reporting About You Bachelor's degree or equivalent 3-6 years' experience in merchandising, assistant merchandising, or stock planning Strong experience with WSSI, forecasting, and inventory management Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) Strong understanding of retail KPIs: sell-through, margin, stock turn, intake planning Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management Commercially aware with a passion for retail, ecommerce, and product performance Experience within luxury, fashion, accessories, or watches is highly desirable Proactive, driven, and confident in a fast-paced SME environment What's on Offer Salary circa 38,000 + discretionary annual bonus Hybrid working (1 day from home) 25 days holiday + birthday off Pension contribution Optional health insurance & life insurance Staff discount On-site parking Collaborative, high-growth environment with strong career progression Junior Merchandiser, Assistant Merchandiser, Senior Assistant Merchandiser, Retail Merchandising, Ecommerce Merchandising, WSSI, Stock Planning, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Trading Analyst, Sales Analysis, Product Lifecycle, Luxury Retail, Watches, Jewellery, Fashion, Excel, Data Analysis, Buying & Merchandising, DTC, Online Retail, Product Setup, Critical Path Management Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity - M4 Corridor - Windsor / Slough / Reading / Bracknell / Wokingham We are seeking a highly ambitious and driven Junior Merchandiser (or a Senior Assistant Merchandiser ready for the next step) to join a rapidly growing luxury brand. This is a pivotal role within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, offering the opportunity to take real ownership across WSSI management, stock planning, sales analysis, and product lifecycle management. You'll play a key role in supporting merchandising strategy, driving trading performance, and ensuring the success of a premium product range. Key Responsibilities Merchandising & Trading Lead line project management from planning through to product launch Own and manage WSSI (Weekly Sales, Stock & Intake) processes to optimise stock levels and maximise sales performance Deliver detailed sales analysis, trading reports, and performance insights Identify risks and opportunities across stock, intake, and sell-through Planning & Stock Management Support forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management Oversee stock intake, replenishment, and availability Monitor product performance, margin, and stock turn Product & Ecommerce Merchandising Manage new product setup including product codes, pricing, and costings Maintain website product listings, ensuring accuracy of descriptions, imagery, and categorisation Support online merchandising, product sortation, and conversion optimisation Critical Path & Cross-Functional Collaboration Track critical path timelines to ensure on-time product launches Work closely with Buying, Marketing, Finance, Logistics, and Customer Service Act as a key point of contact for merchandising insights and reporting About You Bachelor's degree or equivalent 3-6 years' experience in merchandising, assistant merchandising, or stock planning Strong experience with WSSI, forecasting, and inventory management Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) Strong understanding of retail KPIs: sell-through, margin, stock turn, intake planning Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management Commercially aware with a passion for retail, ecommerce, and product performance Experience within luxury, fashion, accessories, or watches is highly desirable Proactive, driven, and confident in a fast-paced SME environment What's on Offer Salary circa 38,000 + discretionary annual bonus Hybrid working (1 day from home) 25 days holiday + birthday off Pension contribution Optional health insurance & life insurance Staff discount On-site parking Collaborative, high-growth environment with strong career progression Junior Merchandiser, Assistant Merchandiser, Senior Assistant Merchandiser, Retail Merchandising, Ecommerce Merchandising, WSSI, Stock Planning, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Trading Analyst, Sales Analysis, Product Lifecycle, Luxury Retail, Watches, Jewellery, Fashion, Excel, Data Analysis, Buying & Merchandising, DTC, Online Retail, Product Setup, Critical Path Management Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
A leading retail company in Market Harborough is seeking an Ecomm & Marketing Finance Analyst to bridge creativity and finance in their Marketing Department. This role includes analyzing campaign performance, managing financial forecasts, and supporting creative teams while ensuring profitable marketing strategies. Candidates should be part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, possess strong numerical skills, and have a flair for creative thinking. The position is full-time and office-based.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
A leading retail company in Market Harborough is seeking an Ecomm & Marketing Finance Analyst to bridge creativity and finance in their Marketing Department. This role includes analyzing campaign performance, managing financial forecasts, and supporting creative teams while ensuring profitable marketing strategies. Candidates should be part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, possess strong numerical skills, and have a flair for creative thinking. The position is full-time and office-based.
The Role Step into the role of Ecomm & Marketing Finance Analyst. Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office working within the Finance team. At Joules, we believe life is better when you are well dressed for your time off. We are looking for an Ecomm and Marketing Finance Analyst who appreciates the finer details as much as we do. You will be the bridge between our creative world and the bottom line, ensuring our heritage inspired collections reach our customers in a way that is both fresh and profitable. This is not about rigid number crunching. It is about being a knowledgeable peer to our Creation and Marketing teams, helping us grow with confidence and a bit of preppy flair. Earn while you learn: Following a successful probation period enroll in a Kaplan training contract to gain a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW. Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at 'The Barn' - Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role. Our Location Market Harborough in Leicestershire, is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand's Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike. What You'll Do You will be right in the thick of it, partnering with the people who bring our brand to live. Your days will be a mix of strategy and precision, from calculating the value of our digital marketing to keeping a keen eye on the costs of every single photoshoot. Partner with Creatives: You will work alongside our Creation and Marketing teams to track performance and keep us on a profitable path. Analyse the Magic: You will prepare monthly summaries of our campaign activity, ensuring we understand the cost per shot and the impact of our creative work. Digital Insight: You will collaborate with our Digital Marketing Manager to calculate the NPV of our online activity, making sure every digital step we take is a smart one. Balance the Books: You will manage forecasts, accruals, and prepayments with ease, ensuring our ledgers are as tidy as a fresh autumn outfit. Support the Team: You will produce monthly cost centre reports for our Operating Board and lend a hand to our Retail and Trade analysts whenever they need an extra set of eyes. What You'll Bring We value a genuine team spirit and a boldly optimistic outlook above all else. You should be someone who loves getting stuff done and is not afraid to share a creative idea or two along the way. We are a brand that layers and plays, so being adaptable is key. The Right Mindset: You are fearlessly creative, ready to learn from every challenge, and genuinely excited about where Joules is headed. Technical Savvy: You have strong numerical skills and a high attention to detail. Intermediate Excel skills are a must for keeping our data effortless and accurate. Professional Progress: You are likely part qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA and have a background in finance where data accuracy was your top priority. Effortless Communication: You can manage stakeholders at all levels with a calm and confident approach, even when conversations get a little bit tricky. A Passion for the Industry: You have a natural flair for finance and a real interest in the fast moving world of British fashion. 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE , Lipsy , Gap and Victoria's Secret products ( when purchased through NEXT) Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty products Access to fantastic discounts at our staff shops Clothing Allowance One family day per year Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers Life assurance Pension Fantastic L&D opportunities A bold and vibrant place to work Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration. What's Next? Apply Show us what you can do. Submit your application online and our recruitment team will take a first look at your experience and strengths. Inform Let's talk. We will get in touch for an initial conversation by phone or video to learn more about you and share what the team is looking for. Review If you are invited to an interview, you may be asked to present an interview task or portfolio and talk through your experience in a competency based interview. It is also your chance to ask questions and get to know us. Offer If it's the right match, our recruitment team will be in touch with a job offer and next steps. This is where your journey with NEXT begins. Team Overview This is where ideas become incredible collections. Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers, and Technologists collaborate to create products our customers love. You'll spot global trends, strategically balance our range plans and meticulously test quality so every season feels fresh, inspiring and exceptional. Explore similar opportunities across our business. You've probably heard of NEXT, but did you know about our portfolio? Every brand in our offering brings a distinct story, attitude and community. Spanning contemporary lifestyle brands, established high street names and timeless collections, together they showcase the vibrancy of today's retail world. About Joules Our Working Way At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage 'time off' clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware. At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns - offering operational excellence. Challenges. Opportunities. The future. Let's take it on at NEXT.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
The Role Step into the role of Ecomm & Marketing Finance Analyst. Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office working within the Finance team. At Joules, we believe life is better when you are well dressed for your time off. We are looking for an Ecomm and Marketing Finance Analyst who appreciates the finer details as much as we do. You will be the bridge between our creative world and the bottom line, ensuring our heritage inspired collections reach our customers in a way that is both fresh and profitable. This is not about rigid number crunching. It is about being a knowledgeable peer to our Creation and Marketing teams, helping us grow with confidence and a bit of preppy flair. Earn while you learn: Following a successful probation period enroll in a Kaplan training contract to gain a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW. Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at 'The Barn' - Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role. Our Location Market Harborough in Leicestershire, is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand's Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike. What You'll Do You will be right in the thick of it, partnering with the people who bring our brand to live. Your days will be a mix of strategy and precision, from calculating the value of our digital marketing to keeping a keen eye on the costs of every single photoshoot. Partner with Creatives: You will work alongside our Creation and Marketing teams to track performance and keep us on a profitable path. Analyse the Magic: You will prepare monthly summaries of our campaign activity, ensuring we understand the cost per shot and the impact of our creative work. Digital Insight: You will collaborate with our Digital Marketing Manager to calculate the NPV of our online activity, making sure every digital step we take is a smart one. Balance the Books: You will manage forecasts, accruals, and prepayments with ease, ensuring our ledgers are as tidy as a fresh autumn outfit. Support the Team: You will produce monthly cost centre reports for our Operating Board and lend a hand to our Retail and Trade analysts whenever they need an extra set of eyes. What You'll Bring We value a genuine team spirit and a boldly optimistic outlook above all else. You should be someone who loves getting stuff done and is not afraid to share a creative idea or two along the way. We are a brand that layers and plays, so being adaptable is key. The Right Mindset: You are fearlessly creative, ready to learn from every challenge, and genuinely excited about where Joules is headed. Technical Savvy: You have strong numerical skills and a high attention to detail. Intermediate Excel skills are a must for keeping our data effortless and accurate. Professional Progress: You are likely part qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA and have a background in finance where data accuracy was your top priority. Effortless Communication: You can manage stakeholders at all levels with a calm and confident approach, even when conversations get a little bit tricky. A Passion for the Industry: You have a natural flair for finance and a real interest in the fast moving world of British fashion. 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE , Lipsy , Gap and Victoria's Secret products ( when purchased through NEXT) Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty products Access to fantastic discounts at our staff shops Clothing Allowance One family day per year Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers Life assurance Pension Fantastic L&D opportunities A bold and vibrant place to work Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration. What's Next? Apply Show us what you can do. Submit your application online and our recruitment team will take a first look at your experience and strengths. Inform Let's talk. We will get in touch for an initial conversation by phone or video to learn more about you and share what the team is looking for. Review If you are invited to an interview, you may be asked to present an interview task or portfolio and talk through your experience in a competency based interview. It is also your chance to ask questions and get to know us. Offer If it's the right match, our recruitment team will be in touch with a job offer and next steps. This is where your journey with NEXT begins. Team Overview This is where ideas become incredible collections. Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers, and Technologists collaborate to create products our customers love. You'll spot global trends, strategically balance our range plans and meticulously test quality so every season feels fresh, inspiring and exceptional. Explore similar opportunities across our business. You've probably heard of NEXT, but did you know about our portfolio? Every brand in our offering brings a distinct story, attitude and community. Spanning contemporary lifestyle brands, established high street names and timeless collections, together they showcase the vibrancy of today's retail world. About Joules Our Working Way At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage 'time off' clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware. At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns - offering operational excellence. Challenges. Opportunities. The future. Let's take it on at NEXT.
Brilliant opportunity for a graduate Progression and professional development About Our Client Our client is a well established organisation within the retail industry, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As a medium sized company, they offer a professional environment with opportunities for growth and development. Job Description Prepare and analyse financial reports to provide insights for decision making. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes to support financial planning. Work closely with internal teams to ensure accurate financial data. Support month end and year end closing activities, including reconciliations. Contribute to the development of financial models and performance metrics. Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance function. Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. Provide support for ad hoc financial projects and initiatives. The Successful Applicant A successful Graduate Finance Analyst should have: A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel and other financial software. A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with internal teams. A keen interest in pursuing a career in the retail industry. What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000. Performance based bonus between 7% and 13%. Study support and 2 days of leave per exam to aid professional qualifications. A permanent role with opportunities for career progression. A supportive company culture within the retail industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Finance Analyst to grow their career in a professional and supportive environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career journey!
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Brilliant opportunity for a graduate Progression and professional development About Our Client Our client is a well established organisation within the retail industry, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As a medium sized company, they offer a professional environment with opportunities for growth and development. Job Description Prepare and analyse financial reports to provide insights for decision making. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes to support financial planning. Work closely with internal teams to ensure accurate financial data. Support month end and year end closing activities, including reconciliations. Contribute to the development of financial models and performance metrics. Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance function. Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. Provide support for ad hoc financial projects and initiatives. The Successful Applicant A successful Graduate Finance Analyst should have: A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel and other financial software. A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with internal teams. A keen interest in pursuing a career in the retail industry. What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000. Performance based bonus between 7% and 13%. Study support and 2 days of leave per exam to aid professional qualifications. A permanent role with opportunities for career progression. A supportive company culture within the retail industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Finance Analyst to grow their career in a professional and supportive environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career journey!
Title: Senior Analyst - Corporate Actions Location: Hybrid - Manchester - 3 days on site per week, 2 days remote Salary: £32,000-£36,000 Who we are: interactive investor is an award-winning investment platform that puts its customers in control of their financial future. We've been helping investors for nearly 30 years. We've seen market highs and lows and been resilient throughout. We're now the UK's number one flat-fee investment platform, with assets under administration approaching £75 billion and over 450,000 customers. For a simple, flat monthly fee we provide a secure home for your pensions, ISAs and investments. We offer a wide choice of over 20,000 UK and international investment options, including shares, funds, trusts and ETFs. We also bring impartial, expert content from our award-winning financial journalists, highly engaged community of investors, and daily newsletters and insights. Purpose of role: The UK and International Corporate Action teams sit within the Investment Operations area of ii. Reporting to the Corporate Actions Team Manager, the role holder is, under limited supervision, responsible for executing the timely and accurate end to end processing of all Corporate Action and Dividend events which have an impact on security positions held by our clients. We work in a fast paced, deadline driven high risk financial environment so attention to detail, efficiency, and accuracy is key. The department has been well established in Manchester and is a highly efficient and successful operation, providing first class service to our clients. This has been achieved through a strong focus on control, automation and people. We are looking for a dynamic and high performing team member to continue the positive progression of the area. Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end corporate action event life cycle on capital and income events across UK and international markets and custody platforms (CREST, Aegon, UBS, FNZ, Direct Fund Managers) and Validations. Analysis and interpretation of incoming market announcements from data vendors, creation of the event in our systems ensuring compliance with CASS, CRS , MiFID and consumer duty requirements. Timely set up and distribution of event notifications to customers and acting on client elections accurately by acceptance deadline. Ensuring corporate action entitlements are allocated to our customer accounts in an accurate and timely manner with correct book cost apportionment and subsequent post reconciliation tasks completed. Maintenance of the Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) programme and daily adjustment of firm prefunding requirements for dividends. Own the end to end process of cross border events to ensure final settlement in the resultant market/custodian. Communication with other market participants concerning the timely settlement of market claims. Processing of IPO events including elections and entitlements, and processing VCT applications when received from customers. Processing of Accelerated Book Builds (out of hours where applicable) including elections and entitlements. Processing proxy voting, ensuring accuracy and completeness and creating letters of representation to ensure customers are correctly represented at proxy events. Identification and escalation of commercial opportunities through corporate action announcements. Liaise with external counterparties and agents / internal departments at all levels and external correspondents as required. Interact daily with Customer Services, handling all front office and customer queries in a timely and efficient manner to deliver a first class customer experience. This includes emails, FOBOW's and Secure messages. Maintain the first line of compliance defence by ensuring individual adherence to business processes and procedures that are designed to meet the regulatory standards set out in the relevant FCA rules and guidance, with particular reference to CASS regulation. Completion of regular 1042 reconciliations working closely with key stakeholders including operational tax department and international and UK Custodians. Analysing operational processes, identifying and progressing opportunities for improvement. Assistance with ad hoc and scheduled projects as required. Assist with system testing as required. Provide Management Information when required. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills & Experience Required: Proven 3 Years+ experience in a corporate actions or dividend role including the ability to complete end to end processing of events. Advanced analytical skills to interpret complex market, legal, tax, and company data relating to corporate events. Full understanding of FCA rules including CASS , MiFID, Consumer Duty and CRS reporting. Full understanding of the financial and reputational risks associated with corporate action processing. Ability to develop a strong and trusting relationship with key stakeholders and internal business units - another essential component of the role is dealing with ad hoc requests from a variety of different Business Units across the firm as and when they arise. Advanced ability to effectively communicate; defined as communication that is direct, courteous, grammatically correct, clear, succinct, and business-like. Advanced ability to exercise sound judgement to make logical decisions and know when to escale issues. Credibly debate and challenge processes within your role in line with the approved Risk Appetite Framework. Advanced ability to organise, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast paced environment. Approaches all situations with positive outlook, energy and enthusiasm with resilience , drive and initiative. Shows creativity and takes individual ownership for work quality and improvement. Ability to be vocal and promote own ideas and solutions to colleagues of all levels. Degree in Business or finance related discipline or Level 3 IOC (CISI) - Desirable. Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan - 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Private Medical Insurance - Provided by Bupa 25 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays Staff Discounts on our investment products Personal & Well-being Fund - Supporting your physical and mental wellness Retail Discounts - Savings at a wide range of high street and online retailers Voluntary Flexible Benefits - Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle Please Note: We will do our utmost efforts to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we're currently receiving, if you haven't been contacted within 30 days of application, please consider unsuccessful. interactive investor operates in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, disabilities, gender identities, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and making reasonable adjustments where needed to support disabled applicants. We actively prevent all forms of discrimination, harassment, and victimisation-whether direct, indirect, associative, or perceptive.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Analyst - Corporate Actions Location: Hybrid - Manchester - 3 days on site per week, 2 days remote Salary: £32,000-£36,000 Who we are: interactive investor is an award-winning investment platform that puts its customers in control of their financial future. We've been helping investors for nearly 30 years. We've seen market highs and lows and been resilient throughout. We're now the UK's number one flat-fee investment platform, with assets under administration approaching £75 billion and over 450,000 customers. For a simple, flat monthly fee we provide a secure home for your pensions, ISAs and investments. We offer a wide choice of over 20,000 UK and international investment options, including shares, funds, trusts and ETFs. We also bring impartial, expert content from our award-winning financial journalists, highly engaged community of investors, and daily newsletters and insights. Purpose of role: The UK and International Corporate Action teams sit within the Investment Operations area of ii. Reporting to the Corporate Actions Team Manager, the role holder is, under limited supervision, responsible for executing the timely and accurate end to end processing of all Corporate Action and Dividend events which have an impact on security positions held by our clients. We work in a fast paced, deadline driven high risk financial environment so attention to detail, efficiency, and accuracy is key. The department has been well established in Manchester and is a highly efficient and successful operation, providing first class service to our clients. This has been achieved through a strong focus on control, automation and people. We are looking for a dynamic and high performing team member to continue the positive progression of the area. Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end corporate action event life cycle on capital and income events across UK and international markets and custody platforms (CREST, Aegon, UBS, FNZ, Direct Fund Managers) and Validations. Analysis and interpretation of incoming market announcements from data vendors, creation of the event in our systems ensuring compliance with CASS, CRS , MiFID and consumer duty requirements. Timely set up and distribution of event notifications to customers and acting on client elections accurately by acceptance deadline. Ensuring corporate action entitlements are allocated to our customer accounts in an accurate and timely manner with correct book cost apportionment and subsequent post reconciliation tasks completed. Maintenance of the Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) programme and daily adjustment of firm prefunding requirements for dividends. Own the end to end process of cross border events to ensure final settlement in the resultant market/custodian. Communication with other market participants concerning the timely settlement of market claims. Processing of IPO events including elections and entitlements, and processing VCT applications when received from customers. Processing of Accelerated Book Builds (out of hours where applicable) including elections and entitlements. Processing proxy voting, ensuring accuracy and completeness and creating letters of representation to ensure customers are correctly represented at proxy events. Identification and escalation of commercial opportunities through corporate action announcements. Liaise with external counterparties and agents / internal departments at all levels and external correspondents as required. Interact daily with Customer Services, handling all front office and customer queries in a timely and efficient manner to deliver a first class customer experience. This includes emails, FOBOW's and Secure messages. Maintain the first line of compliance defence by ensuring individual adherence to business processes and procedures that are designed to meet the regulatory standards set out in the relevant FCA rules and guidance, with particular reference to CASS regulation. Completion of regular 1042 reconciliations working closely with key stakeholders including operational tax department and international and UK Custodians. Analysing operational processes, identifying and progressing opportunities for improvement. Assistance with ad hoc and scheduled projects as required. Assist with system testing as required. Provide Management Information when required. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Skills & Experience Required: Proven 3 Years+ experience in a corporate actions or dividend role including the ability to complete end to end processing of events. Advanced analytical skills to interpret complex market, legal, tax, and company data relating to corporate events. Full understanding of FCA rules including CASS , MiFID, Consumer Duty and CRS reporting. Full understanding of the financial and reputational risks associated with corporate action processing. Ability to develop a strong and trusting relationship with key stakeholders and internal business units - another essential component of the role is dealing with ad hoc requests from a variety of different Business Units across the firm as and when they arise. Advanced ability to effectively communicate; defined as communication that is direct, courteous, grammatically correct, clear, succinct, and business-like. Advanced ability to exercise sound judgement to make logical decisions and know when to escale issues. Credibly debate and challenge processes within your role in line with the approved Risk Appetite Framework. Advanced ability to organise, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast paced environment. Approaches all situations with positive outlook, energy and enthusiasm with resilience , drive and initiative. Shows creativity and takes individual ownership for work quality and improvement. Ability to be vocal and promote own ideas and solutions to colleagues of all levels. Degree in Business or finance related discipline or Level 3 IOC (CISI) - Desirable. Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan - 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Private Medical Insurance - Provided by Bupa 25 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays Staff Discounts on our investment products Personal & Well-being Fund - Supporting your physical and mental wellness Retail Discounts - Savings at a wide range of high street and online retailers Voluntary Flexible Benefits - Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle Please Note: We will do our utmost efforts to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we're currently receiving, if you haven't been contacted within 30 days of application, please consider unsuccessful. interactive investor operates in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, disabilities, gender identities, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and making reasonable adjustments where needed to support disabled applicants. We actively prevent all forms of discrimination, harassment, and victimisation-whether direct, indirect, associative, or perceptive.
About the Role Grade Level (for internal use): 08 Only candidates who have the rights to work in London or Frankfurt will be considered. The Team The EMEA Leveraged Finance team are experts with respect to the leveraged loan and high yield bond markets. Within Leveraged Finance, the credit estimate function produces an abbreviated credit analysis (such as Credit Estimates, Private Credit Analysis and Mid-Market Evaluations) as an input to support the analysis of Structured Credit (CLOs), project finance or as stand alone credit ratings work. Our team values collaboration, analytical excellence, and the development of emerging talent in credit analysis. The team also undertakes data analysis in support of analytical publishing and supports the sector teams in recovery analysis. The Impact As a Credit Estimate Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in evaluating middle market companies that directly impact CLO credit quality and small business financing access. The analyses you produce will be used by other S&P teams to rate Collateralized Loan Obligations, and by our clients to evaluate the credit quality of their overall loan portfolios. CLO Investors and Managers rely on our evaluation of middle market companies. Although our credit opinions are not publicly disclosed, they have a tremendous impact not only on the credit quality of the CLOs we rate but also on the ability of small businesses to borrow from an important segment of the financial markets. What You'll Gain Opportunities to work with a global team and hands on high impact credit experience Exposure to diverse industry sectors and credit analysis methodologies Direct mentorship from senior analysts and credit professionals Potential progression to investor facing roles and research projects Responsibilities Analyse company financials and prepare daily company evaluations for review by senior analysts Assist with detailed financial analysis for use in reports and related materials for S&P Global Ratings publications Work within a global team of analysts to analyse pertinent financial, operational and industry data to determine Credit Estimates Demonstrate attention to detail and quality focus while meeting specific timelines and deliverables As a Credit Estimates Research Assistant, you will initially spend most of your time learning the methodology by which S&P performs credit analysis and getting familiar with our analytical tools and processes. You will focus on analysing a number of diverse companies and learn how to evaluate credit quality as efficiently as possible Actively seek guidance and feedback to continuously improve analytical skills and credit assessment capabilities As you gain experience, you may deal with investors directly and work on research projects Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve common analytical goals and support broader team objectives All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Analytical skills, especially financial statement and quantitative analysis Some commercial credit or financial and credit analytical experience. An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 1+ years of experience A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, Business or Mathematics Fluency in English (written and verbal) along with fluent (written and verbal) French and/or Dutch and/or Spanish language skills Strong Excel skills Strong attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to produce high quality analytical output within defined parameters and timelines Preferred Qualifications Progress towards CFA/MBA would be desirable Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn credit analysis methodologies Experience working collaboratively in team environments Strong problem solving abilities and resourceful approach to analytical challenges About S&P Global Ratings At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions. S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world's leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit What's In It For You? Our Mission Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy ("the Policy") that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy's requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy. Recruitment Fraud Alert If you receive an email from a domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, "pre employment training" or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here () . Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law . click apply for full job details
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
About the Role Grade Level (for internal use): 08 Only candidates who have the rights to work in London or Frankfurt will be considered. The Team The EMEA Leveraged Finance team are experts with respect to the leveraged loan and high yield bond markets. Within Leveraged Finance, the credit estimate function produces an abbreviated credit analysis (such as Credit Estimates, Private Credit Analysis and Mid-Market Evaluations) as an input to support the analysis of Structured Credit (CLOs), project finance or as stand alone credit ratings work. Our team values collaboration, analytical excellence, and the development of emerging talent in credit analysis. The team also undertakes data analysis in support of analytical publishing and supports the sector teams in recovery analysis. The Impact As a Credit Estimate Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in evaluating middle market companies that directly impact CLO credit quality and small business financing access. The analyses you produce will be used by other S&P teams to rate Collateralized Loan Obligations, and by our clients to evaluate the credit quality of their overall loan portfolios. CLO Investors and Managers rely on our evaluation of middle market companies. Although our credit opinions are not publicly disclosed, they have a tremendous impact not only on the credit quality of the CLOs we rate but also on the ability of small businesses to borrow from an important segment of the financial markets. What You'll Gain Opportunities to work with a global team and hands on high impact credit experience Exposure to diverse industry sectors and credit analysis methodologies Direct mentorship from senior analysts and credit professionals Potential progression to investor facing roles and research projects Responsibilities Analyse company financials and prepare daily company evaluations for review by senior analysts Assist with detailed financial analysis for use in reports and related materials for S&P Global Ratings publications Work within a global team of analysts to analyse pertinent financial, operational and industry data to determine Credit Estimates Demonstrate attention to detail and quality focus while meeting specific timelines and deliverables As a Credit Estimates Research Assistant, you will initially spend most of your time learning the methodology by which S&P performs credit analysis and getting familiar with our analytical tools and processes. You will focus on analysing a number of diverse companies and learn how to evaluate credit quality as efficiently as possible Actively seek guidance and feedback to continuously improve analytical skills and credit assessment capabilities As you gain experience, you may deal with investors directly and work on research projects Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve common analytical goals and support broader team objectives All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Analytical skills, especially financial statement and quantitative analysis Some commercial credit or financial and credit analytical experience. An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 1+ years of experience A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, Business or Mathematics Fluency in English (written and verbal) along with fluent (written and verbal) French and/or Dutch and/or Spanish language skills Strong Excel skills Strong attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to produce high quality analytical output within defined parameters and timelines Preferred Qualifications Progress towards CFA/MBA would be desirable Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn credit analysis methodologies Experience working collaboratively in team environments Strong problem solving abilities and resourceful approach to analytical challenges About S&P Global Ratings At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions. S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world's leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit What's In It For You? Our Mission Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy ("the Policy") that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy's requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy. Recruitment Fraud Alert If you receive an email from a domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, "pre employment training" or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here () . Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law . click apply for full job details
A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Graduate Finance Analyst in the United Kingdom. This role offers exciting opportunities for graduates to develop their careers in the retail industry. You'll prepare and analyze financial reports, support financial planning, and contribute to process improvement within a supportive company culture. With a competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000 and performance-based bonuses, this is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your finance career.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Graduate Finance Analyst in the United Kingdom. This role offers exciting opportunities for graduates to develop their careers in the retail industry. You'll prepare and analyze financial reports, support financial planning, and contribute to process improvement within a supportive company culture. With a competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £30,000 and performance-based bonuses, this is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your finance career.