We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator to support the delivery of a portfolio of international research projects. This role focuses on non scientific project management, ensuring smooth coordination across finance, logistics, HR processes and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with Principal Investigators, academic teams, international collaborators and funders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in compliance with funder requirements. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination & Delivery Coordinate end to end project logistics including meetings, events, international travel and visas Support planning and delivery of workshops, conferences and stakeholder engagements Maintain project documentation, timelines and reporting schedules Research Grants & Bids Support preparation and submission of research grant applications Liaise with academic staff and pre award teams to collate application materials Assist with proposal development, costing and compliance checks Financial Management Monitor project budgets and track expenditure Produce financial forecasts and variance reports Ensure compliance with funder and institutional financial regulations Stakeholder & Partner Engagement Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Coordinate communication with international partners, funders and collaborators Support governance processes including steering committees and reporting HR & Resource Coordination Support recruitment processes and onboarding of project staff Assist with contract management and staff forecasting Maintain accurate staffing records linked to project funding Communications & Reporting Maintain project webpages and digital content Contribute to newsletters, reports and dissemination activities Support monitoring, evaluation and learning reporting Person Specification Essential Experience in project coordination within Higher Education, research or similar environment Proven experience supporting research grants or bid development Strong financial awareness including budget monitoring and forecasting Experience coordinating international logistics (travel, events, visas) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities Desirable Experience working with funders such as NIHR, EU or similar Knowledge of UK Higher Education systems and processes Experience with systems such as Agresso, SITS, or similar Experience supporting international collaborations Key Skills Project management and coordination Financial tracking and reporting Stakeholder engagement Attention to detail Problem solving and adaptability Gray & Associates is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Apr 06, 2026
Seasonal
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator to support the delivery of a portfolio of international research projects. This role focuses on non scientific project management, ensuring smooth coordination across finance, logistics, HR processes and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with Principal Investigators, academic teams, international collaborators and funders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in compliance with funder requirements. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination & Delivery Coordinate end to end project logistics including meetings, events, international travel and visas Support planning and delivery of workshops, conferences and stakeholder engagements Maintain project documentation, timelines and reporting schedules Research Grants & Bids Support preparation and submission of research grant applications Liaise with academic staff and pre award teams to collate application materials Assist with proposal development, costing and compliance checks Financial Management Monitor project budgets and track expenditure Produce financial forecasts and variance reports Ensure compliance with funder and institutional financial regulations Stakeholder & Partner Engagement Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Coordinate communication with international partners, funders and collaborators Support governance processes including steering committees and reporting HR & Resource Coordination Support recruitment processes and onboarding of project staff Assist with contract management and staff forecasting Maintain accurate staffing records linked to project funding Communications & Reporting Maintain project webpages and digital content Contribute to newsletters, reports and dissemination activities Support monitoring, evaluation and learning reporting Person Specification Essential Experience in project coordination within Higher Education, research or similar environment Proven experience supporting research grants or bid development Strong financial awareness including budget monitoring and forecasting Experience coordinating international logistics (travel, events, visas) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities Desirable Experience working with funders such as NIHR, EU or similar Knowledge of UK Higher Education systems and processes Experience with systems such as Agresso, SITS, or similar Experience supporting international collaborations Key Skills Project management and coordination Financial tracking and reporting Stakeholder engagement Attention to detail Problem solving and adaptability Gray & Associates is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Analyst or Associate, Infrastructure Advisory The Infrastructure Advisory team provides advisory and financing services focused on M&A and debt advisory to a global client base. We are looking for an Analyst or Associate with a strong interest in the Infrastructure sector. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? You will work with the senior team to execute opportunities, assisting them in all marketing and transaction execution activities with an emphasis on financial analysis. You will prepare financial models and pitch books for marketing and transaction execution purposes as well as model cash flows / financial projections to support transactions. You will have the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way from your first day, with analysts and associates in the team being expected to actively contribute to transactions and marketing pitches. What you offer A minimum of 2 years of relevant investment banking experience (either from an Investment Bank, Advisory practice, Project Finance / Infrastructure lending bank or Big 4 Accounting firm (focused on valuations / modelling) Experience in financial modelling, with infrastructure experience seen as a plus Thorough grasp of financial concepts and valuation An excellent academic record You will be able to demonstrate your deal execution experience and be regarded as an outstanding performer amongst your peers. You must be an excellent communicator in both written and spoken English. Any other language skills are advantageous We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave. 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services Recognition and service awards Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment Macquarie Capital partners with businesses, startups and governments to connect ideas to capital and help drive innovation, growth and create real-world impact. Our global corporate advisory, investing, development and equities capabilities are underpinned by a full spectrum of capital markets solutions and deep sector expertise, with a focus on infrastructure and real assets, technology, software and services, and resources, energy and materials. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Analyst or Associate, Infrastructure Advisory The Infrastructure Advisory team provides advisory and financing services focused on M&A and debt advisory to a global client base. We are looking for an Analyst or Associate with a strong interest in the Infrastructure sector. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? You will work with the senior team to execute opportunities, assisting them in all marketing and transaction execution activities with an emphasis on financial analysis. You will prepare financial models and pitch books for marketing and transaction execution purposes as well as model cash flows / financial projections to support transactions. You will have the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way from your first day, with analysts and associates in the team being expected to actively contribute to transactions and marketing pitches. What you offer A minimum of 2 years of relevant investment banking experience (either from an Investment Bank, Advisory practice, Project Finance / Infrastructure lending bank or Big 4 Accounting firm (focused on valuations / modelling) Experience in financial modelling, with infrastructure experience seen as a plus Thorough grasp of financial concepts and valuation An excellent academic record You will be able to demonstrate your deal execution experience and be regarded as an outstanding performer amongst your peers. You must be an excellent communicator in both written and spoken English. Any other language skills are advantageous We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave. 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services Recognition and service awards Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment Macquarie Capital partners with businesses, startups and governments to connect ideas to capital and help drive innovation, growth and create real-world impact. Our global corporate advisory, investing, development and equities capabilities are underpinned by a full spectrum of capital markets solutions and deep sector expertise, with a focus on infrastructure and real assets, technology, software and services, and resources, energy and materials. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Our London office is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Real Estate Private Equity team. This is a key role for a highly analytical and commercially minded individual with strong Excel modelling skills and a proven understanding of real estate asset management and investment. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of assets and strategies, supporting performance at both the fund and asset level, while contributing to the strategic direction of our investments across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities Asset Management Manage investments throughout their lifecycle, including business planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, valuations, and periodic reporting. Develop, maintain, and analyse asset-level financial models to monitor performance and support decision-making. Identify and execute value creation initiatives, including leasing strategies, capex programmes, and operational improvements. Monitor third-party property managers and joint venture partners. Support external valuation processes and review third-party appraisals. Identify investment risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Analyse and execute investment dispositions as appropriate. Transactions & Acquisitions Evaluate acquisition opportunities across Europe, spanning multiple strategies and asset classes. Support underwriting and due diligence for transactions sourced within the team. Coordinate due diligence and closing processes with internal and external stakeholders. Assist with follow on investments, strategic sourcing, and transaction screening. Investment Committee & Stakeholder Support Prepare materials for investment committees, senior management, and investors, ensuring clarity, accuracy and a high level of attention to detail. Provide ad hoc investment level information and analysis to key stakeholders and investors. Leadership & Team Development Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to Associates and Analysts. Qualifications 5+ years previous experience in real estate finance such as private equity, investment banking or corporate finance. 3+ years of experience supporting senior investment team members on asset management and transaction execution. Previous exposure to operational real estate preferred (e.g. residential, student housing, senior housing, self storage). Strong academic record with excellent quantitative and analytical skills. Advanced financial modelling capabilities; high proficiency in Excel. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple parallel workstreams. Self starter who can operate independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team. Demonstrated commitment to company values and best practices. Experience working with cross functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders is a plus. Fluency in an additional European language. We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We couldn't describe you in a list of bullet points, so consider this posting a conversation starter. If you check some, but not all, of our boxes, we still want to talk! Please apply for this role if much of this job description describes you. Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here . At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members . That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. In addition , all of our team members are bonus eligible and participate in a generous annual bonus plan , with the percentage varying based on your role and level, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When we grow, you grow ! In alignment with our People First core value , we offer rewarding careers that focus on both personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to helping you and your family thrive, both in the office and at home. To support this, we provide competitive compensation and a leading edge, human centric benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits. Additional Information Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non expired driver's license. Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Our London office is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Real Estate Private Equity team. This is a key role for a highly analytical and commercially minded individual with strong Excel modelling skills and a proven understanding of real estate asset management and investment. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of assets and strategies, supporting performance at both the fund and asset level, while contributing to the strategic direction of our investments across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities Asset Management Manage investments throughout their lifecycle, including business planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, valuations, and periodic reporting. Develop, maintain, and analyse asset-level financial models to monitor performance and support decision-making. Identify and execute value creation initiatives, including leasing strategies, capex programmes, and operational improvements. Monitor third-party property managers and joint venture partners. Support external valuation processes and review third-party appraisals. Identify investment risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Analyse and execute investment dispositions as appropriate. Transactions & Acquisitions Evaluate acquisition opportunities across Europe, spanning multiple strategies and asset classes. Support underwriting and due diligence for transactions sourced within the team. Coordinate due diligence and closing processes with internal and external stakeholders. Assist with follow on investments, strategic sourcing, and transaction screening. Investment Committee & Stakeholder Support Prepare materials for investment committees, senior management, and investors, ensuring clarity, accuracy and a high level of attention to detail. Provide ad hoc investment level information and analysis to key stakeholders and investors. Leadership & Team Development Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to Associates and Analysts. Qualifications 5+ years previous experience in real estate finance such as private equity, investment banking or corporate finance. 3+ years of experience supporting senior investment team members on asset management and transaction execution. Previous exposure to operational real estate preferred (e.g. residential, student housing, senior housing, self storage). Strong academic record with excellent quantitative and analytical skills. Advanced financial modelling capabilities; high proficiency in Excel. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple parallel workstreams. Self starter who can operate independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team. Demonstrated commitment to company values and best practices. Experience working with cross functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders is a plus. Fluency in an additional European language. We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We couldn't describe you in a list of bullet points, so consider this posting a conversation starter. If you check some, but not all, of our boxes, we still want to talk! Please apply for this role if much of this job description describes you. Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here . At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members . That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. In addition , all of our team members are bonus eligible and participate in a generous annual bonus plan , with the percentage varying based on your role and level, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When we grow, you grow ! In alignment with our People First core value , we offer rewarding careers that focus on both personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to helping you and your family thrive, both in the office and at home. To support this, we provide competitive compensation and a leading edge, human centric benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits. Additional Information Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non expired driver's license. Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
This Opportunity Our London office is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Real Estate Private Equity team. This is a key role for a highly analytical and commercially minded individual with strong Excel modelling skills and a proven understanding of real estate asset management and investment. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of assets and strategies, supporting performance at both the fund and asset level, while contributing to the strategic direction of our investments across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Asset Management Manage investments throughout their lifecycle, including business planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, valuations, and periodic reporting. Develop, maintain, and analyse asset-level financial models to monitor performance and support decision-making. Identify and execute value creation initiatives, including leasing strategies, capex programmes, and operational improvements. Monitor third-party property managers and joint venture partners. Support external valuation processes and review third-party appraisals. Identify investment risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Analyse and execute investment dispositions as appropriate. Transactions & Acquisitions Evaluate acquisition opportunities across Europe, spanning multiple strategies and asset classes. Support underwriting and due diligence for transactions sourced within the team. Coordinate due diligence and closing processes with internal and external stakeholders. Support debt-raising activities. Assist with follow-on investments, strategic sourcing, and transaction screening. Investment Committee & Stakeholder Support Prepare materials for investment committees, senior management, and investors, ensuring clarity, accuracy and a high level of attention to detail. Provide ad-hoc investment-level information and analysis to key stakeholders and investors. Leadership & Team Development Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to Associates and Analysts. Qualifications 5+ years previous experience in real estate finance such as private equity, investment banking or corporate finance. 3+ years of experience supporting senior investment team members on asset management and transaction execution. Previous exposure to operational real estate preferred (e.g. residential, student housing, senior housing, self-storage). Strong academic record with excellent quantitative and analytical skills. Advanced financial modelling capabilities; high proficiency in Excel. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple parallel workstreams. Self-starter who can operate independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team. Demonstrated commitment to company values and best practices. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders is a plus. Fluency in an additional European language. We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We couldn't describe you in a list of bullet points, so consider this posting a conversation starter. If you check some, but not all, of our boxes, we still want to talk! Please apply for this role if much of this job description describes you. Right Company, Wrong Role? Check out our other opportunities or refer a friend! The Firm Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here. Total Rewards (Benefits & Perks) At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members. That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. In addition, all our team members are bonus eligible and participate in a generous annual bonus plan, with the percentage varying based on your role and level, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When we grow, you grow! In alignment with our People First core value, we offer rewarding careers that focus on both personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to helping you and your family thrive, both in the office and at home. To support this, we provide competitive compensation and a leading-edge, human-centric benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits. Additional Information Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non-expired driver's license. Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
This Opportunity Our London office is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Real Estate Private Equity team. This is a key role for a highly analytical and commercially minded individual with strong Excel modelling skills and a proven understanding of real estate asset management and investment. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of assets and strategies, supporting performance at both the fund and asset level, while contributing to the strategic direction of our investments across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Asset Management Manage investments throughout their lifecycle, including business planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, valuations, and periodic reporting. Develop, maintain, and analyse asset-level financial models to monitor performance and support decision-making. Identify and execute value creation initiatives, including leasing strategies, capex programmes, and operational improvements. Monitor third-party property managers and joint venture partners. Support external valuation processes and review third-party appraisals. Identify investment risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Analyse and execute investment dispositions as appropriate. Transactions & Acquisitions Evaluate acquisition opportunities across Europe, spanning multiple strategies and asset classes. Support underwriting and due diligence for transactions sourced within the team. Coordinate due diligence and closing processes with internal and external stakeholders. Support debt-raising activities. Assist with follow-on investments, strategic sourcing, and transaction screening. Investment Committee & Stakeholder Support Prepare materials for investment committees, senior management, and investors, ensuring clarity, accuracy and a high level of attention to detail. Provide ad-hoc investment-level information and analysis to key stakeholders and investors. Leadership & Team Development Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to Associates and Analysts. Qualifications 5+ years previous experience in real estate finance such as private equity, investment banking or corporate finance. 3+ years of experience supporting senior investment team members on asset management and transaction execution. Previous exposure to operational real estate preferred (e.g. residential, student housing, senior housing, self-storage). Strong academic record with excellent quantitative and analytical skills. Advanced financial modelling capabilities; high proficiency in Excel. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple parallel workstreams. Self-starter who can operate independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team. Demonstrated commitment to company values and best practices. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders is a plus. Fluency in an additional European language. We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We couldn't describe you in a list of bullet points, so consider this posting a conversation starter. If you check some, but not all, of our boxes, we still want to talk! Please apply for this role if much of this job description describes you. Right Company, Wrong Role? Check out our other opportunities or refer a friend! The Firm Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here. Total Rewards (Benefits & Perks) At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members. That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. In addition, all our team members are bonus eligible and participate in a generous annual bonus plan, with the percentage varying based on your role and level, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When we grow, you grow! In alignment with our People First core value, we offer rewarding careers that focus on both personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to helping you and your family thrive, both in the office and at home. To support this, we provide competitive compensation and a leading-edge, human-centric benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits. Additional Information Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non-expired driver's license. Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Role Purpose City of Wolverhampton College is a leading provider of further education and training in the West Midlands, committed to its core purpose of 'defining futures'. Our vision is to be a leading education provider, committed to excellence and the transformative power of education. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and empowering environment where students and apprentices are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and positivity needed to thrive in their current and future opportunities. As part of the Colleges Management Team, the Customer Experience Manager will provide operational management of all front-end customer services, including admissions, enquiries, enrolment, and the wider services that support prospective learners before they join the College. The postholder will champion a seamless, efficient and inclusive customer experience, ensuring every prospective student receives timely information, high-quality support, and a warm welcome from the moment they make contact. This role will drive improvements in customer satisfaction, conversion rates, responsiveness, consistency of service, and the overall experience of prospective learners and their families. The postholder will ensure that all customers-particularly vulnerable and disadvantaged groups-are effectively supported to navigate the admissions and enrolment journey, removing barriers and enabling successful transition into learning, following a designated pathway to support a smooth transition into further education. Key Responsibilities Admissions & Customer Journey Management Lead the end-to-end applicant journey, from initial enquiry to enrolment, ensuring a seamless, responsive, and customer-focused experience. Manage operational administration for all stages of the funnel, including applications, interviews, and offers, maintaining high standards of accuracy throughout. Drive continuous improvement by monitoring key metrics (volumes, response times, and conversion rates) to streamline processes and enhance the applicant experience. Oversee frontline support services, ensuring prospective learners receive professional advice in line with safeguarding, GDPR, and equality standards. Maintain clear and timely communication with prospective learners, parents/carers, schools, and external agencies, as well as responding to enquiries and complaints in line with College policies. Student Finance & Support Oversee day-to-day Student Finance operations, ensuring the efficient processing of bursaries, travel support, hardship funds, and other financial assistance. Ensure equitable assessment of applications, providing clear, accessible information regarding eligibility and documentation and that applications are assessed fairly, timely and consistently. Collaborate with Finance and Support teams to identify and remove financial barriers for vulnerable learners while ensuring strict audit compliance. Operational Leadership & People Management Provide day-to-day leadership for the Customer Experience team (Admissions, Enrolment and Student Finance), managing workloads and priorities, managing staffing levels, ensuring adequate cover during peak periods and providing front of house cover for Welcome Host staff on reception. Foster a high-performance culture through active supervision, coaching, and performance management, centered on collaboration and professionalism. Manage external communications with parents, schools, and agencies, handling complex enquiries and complaints in accordance with college policy. Review processes regularly, identify inefficiencies and propose refinements to ensure the service remains effective, efficient, compliant and customer-centred. Provide regular updates/reports to managers and curriculum teams regarding application numbers, progress against targets, operational issues and areas of risk. They will contribute to cross-college working groups and ensure staff across the College understand and support the admissions and pre-entry processes. Data Integrity & Compliance Maintain the accuracy and integrity of enrolment data, overseeing regular data cleansing and system updates in collaboration with the Funding and Compliance team. This includes overseeing data checks, cleansing and updates, working in close collaboration with Funding and Compliance to ensure systems are used consistently and that student records meet internal and external compliance standards. Ensure cross-departmental alignment by working with Safeguarding, SEND, and Curriculum teams to support the transition of learners with additional needs. Report on progress, providing regular updates to senior management regarding application targets, operational risks, and service improvements. Uphold institutional standards, ensuring that Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity, and GDPR principles are embedded across all customer-facing operations. Being part of the College Leadership Team Contribute to the development and implementation of the College Strategy and role model a visible, values driven leadership that promotes trust, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Prepare and present clear, timely papers and reports to support effective and informed decision-making. Sharing information where requested and appropriate for other key stakeholders such as the DfE. Manage budgets proactively in line with financial regulations, ensuring value for money and contributing to income generation and capital investment where appropriate. Deputise for Senior Management Team members, attending meetings and representing the College in key activities as required. Participating fully in Human Resources procedures including the Annual Performance Review process; Return to Work/Managing Attendance Policy and Quality and Performance Management policies. Other Duties and Responsibilities Ensure staff as well as visitors and contractors understand and consistently apply Safeguarding and Equality and Diversity measures to ensure a healthy, sustainable and productive learning environment is consistently maintained. To undertake a Duty Principal role on a rota basis at one of the Colleges campus, to support wider College activities. To carry out any other duties as directed by your Line Manager. City of Wolverhampton College is a leading provider of further education and training operating within a dynamic and evolving sector. As a values-driven employer, we expect all staff to take ownership and participate collaboratively in college activities, adopting a flexible approach to support our mission of defining futures. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive; it provides an indicative outline of the responsibilities associated with the post at the time of drafting. Duties may vary periodically to respond to the needs of our learners and the region, without altering the general character of the role or level of responsibility. Such variations are a common occurrence in our commitment to excellence and do not, in themselves, justify a reconsideration of the terms and conditions of employment. Safeguarding The College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of learners and expects all who work with or on behalf of the College to share this commitment. All roles within the College are therefore subject to DBS regulations. The College considers that the job holder for this role should have a DBS Enhanced CHILD disclosure. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion The college is committed to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion in all of our activities and to encouraging access to our college from all groups, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. We are working to create an environment in which cultural diversity and individual difference are positively valued in an environment free from harassment and discrimination. Annual Performance Review The College requires all colleagues to undertake full participation. Values Our values are the foundation of everything we do. They reflect our commitment and shape our college, ensuring that every interaction makes a meaningful impact. Our values are: We workCollaboratively. We takeOwnership. We areWelcoming. We showCommitment.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Role Purpose City of Wolverhampton College is a leading provider of further education and training in the West Midlands, committed to its core purpose of 'defining futures'. Our vision is to be a leading education provider, committed to excellence and the transformative power of education. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and empowering environment where students and apprentices are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and positivity needed to thrive in their current and future opportunities. As part of the Colleges Management Team, the Customer Experience Manager will provide operational management of all front-end customer services, including admissions, enquiries, enrolment, and the wider services that support prospective learners before they join the College. The postholder will champion a seamless, efficient and inclusive customer experience, ensuring every prospective student receives timely information, high-quality support, and a warm welcome from the moment they make contact. This role will drive improvements in customer satisfaction, conversion rates, responsiveness, consistency of service, and the overall experience of prospective learners and their families. The postholder will ensure that all customers-particularly vulnerable and disadvantaged groups-are effectively supported to navigate the admissions and enrolment journey, removing barriers and enabling successful transition into learning, following a designated pathway to support a smooth transition into further education. Key Responsibilities Admissions & Customer Journey Management Lead the end-to-end applicant journey, from initial enquiry to enrolment, ensuring a seamless, responsive, and customer-focused experience. Manage operational administration for all stages of the funnel, including applications, interviews, and offers, maintaining high standards of accuracy throughout. Drive continuous improvement by monitoring key metrics (volumes, response times, and conversion rates) to streamline processes and enhance the applicant experience. Oversee frontline support services, ensuring prospective learners receive professional advice in line with safeguarding, GDPR, and equality standards. Maintain clear and timely communication with prospective learners, parents/carers, schools, and external agencies, as well as responding to enquiries and complaints in line with College policies. Student Finance & Support Oversee day-to-day Student Finance operations, ensuring the efficient processing of bursaries, travel support, hardship funds, and other financial assistance. Ensure equitable assessment of applications, providing clear, accessible information regarding eligibility and documentation and that applications are assessed fairly, timely and consistently. Collaborate with Finance and Support teams to identify and remove financial barriers for vulnerable learners while ensuring strict audit compliance. Operational Leadership & People Management Provide day-to-day leadership for the Customer Experience team (Admissions, Enrolment and Student Finance), managing workloads and priorities, managing staffing levels, ensuring adequate cover during peak periods and providing front of house cover for Welcome Host staff on reception. Foster a high-performance culture through active supervision, coaching, and performance management, centered on collaboration and professionalism. Manage external communications with parents, schools, and agencies, handling complex enquiries and complaints in accordance with college policy. Review processes regularly, identify inefficiencies and propose refinements to ensure the service remains effective, efficient, compliant and customer-centred. Provide regular updates/reports to managers and curriculum teams regarding application numbers, progress against targets, operational issues and areas of risk. They will contribute to cross-college working groups and ensure staff across the College understand and support the admissions and pre-entry processes. Data Integrity & Compliance Maintain the accuracy and integrity of enrolment data, overseeing regular data cleansing and system updates in collaboration with the Funding and Compliance team. This includes overseeing data checks, cleansing and updates, working in close collaboration with Funding and Compliance to ensure systems are used consistently and that student records meet internal and external compliance standards. Ensure cross-departmental alignment by working with Safeguarding, SEND, and Curriculum teams to support the transition of learners with additional needs. Report on progress, providing regular updates to senior management regarding application targets, operational risks, and service improvements. Uphold institutional standards, ensuring that Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity, and GDPR principles are embedded across all customer-facing operations. Being part of the College Leadership Team Contribute to the development and implementation of the College Strategy and role model a visible, values driven leadership that promotes trust, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Prepare and present clear, timely papers and reports to support effective and informed decision-making. Sharing information where requested and appropriate for other key stakeholders such as the DfE. Manage budgets proactively in line with financial regulations, ensuring value for money and contributing to income generation and capital investment where appropriate. Deputise for Senior Management Team members, attending meetings and representing the College in key activities as required. Participating fully in Human Resources procedures including the Annual Performance Review process; Return to Work/Managing Attendance Policy and Quality and Performance Management policies. Other Duties and Responsibilities Ensure staff as well as visitors and contractors understand and consistently apply Safeguarding and Equality and Diversity measures to ensure a healthy, sustainable and productive learning environment is consistently maintained. To undertake a Duty Principal role on a rota basis at one of the Colleges campus, to support wider College activities. To carry out any other duties as directed by your Line Manager. City of Wolverhampton College is a leading provider of further education and training operating within a dynamic and evolving sector. As a values-driven employer, we expect all staff to take ownership and participate collaboratively in college activities, adopting a flexible approach to support our mission of defining futures. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive; it provides an indicative outline of the responsibilities associated with the post at the time of drafting. Duties may vary periodically to respond to the needs of our learners and the region, without altering the general character of the role or level of responsibility. Such variations are a common occurrence in our commitment to excellence and do not, in themselves, justify a reconsideration of the terms and conditions of employment. Safeguarding The College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of learners and expects all who work with or on behalf of the College to share this commitment. All roles within the College are therefore subject to DBS regulations. The College considers that the job holder for this role should have a DBS Enhanced CHILD disclosure. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion The college is committed to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion in all of our activities and to encouraging access to our college from all groups, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. We are working to create an environment in which cultural diversity and individual difference are positively valued in an environment free from harassment and discrimination. Annual Performance Review The College requires all colleagues to undertake full participation. Values Our values are the foundation of everything we do. They reflect our commitment and shape our college, ensuring that every interaction makes a meaningful impact. Our values are: We workCollaboratively. We takeOwnership. We areWelcoming. We showCommitment.
Reed Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a prestigious, world-renowned higher education organisation to recruit a Grants and Studentship Manager into a vibrant and forward-thinking academic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a key role in supporting large-scale, high-profile funded doctoral programmes that sit at the heart of cutting-edge research and innovation. The Opportunity This newly created role has come about due to continued success in securing significant external funding. You'll be joining a collaborative and welcoming team that supports interdisciplinary doctoral programmes and works closely with academics, professional colleagues, and external partners. The Grants and Studentship Manager will take ownership of the financial management of major multi-year grants and associated partner funding , overseeing the full lifecycle from pre-award through to post-award reporting and compliance. You'll also provide valuable insight and guidance on future funding bids, helping to shape sustainable and well-structured financial plans. What You'll Be Doing Managing pre-award and post-award activity for large, complex doctoral training and studentship funding Overseeing budgets and forecasts for a diverse portfolio of funding, totalling approximately £60m Producing clear and insightful financial reports for senior academic and professional stakeholders Supporting future funding applications through detailed financial modelling and advice Acting as a key point of contact for external funders and partner organisations Working closely with a wider finance community to share knowledge and best practice About You You'll be a confident and personable finance professional who enjoys working in a busy, evolving environment and building positive relationships across teams. You'll ideally bring: Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience Strong financial management experience within higher education Proven ability to manage complex budgets and long-term forecasts Experience using Oracle R12 Financials Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to high-quality work What's On Offer In return, you'll benefit from an excellent benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing, including: A generous contributory pension scheme 38 days' annual leave Family-friendly policies and childcare support Cycle-to-work and travel loan schemes Discounted travel options Access to social and sports clubs The role offers hybrid working , with a minimum of three days per week onsite , plus occasional additional onsite days in line with operational needs
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Reed Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a prestigious, world-renowned higher education organisation to recruit a Grants and Studentship Manager into a vibrant and forward-thinking academic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a key role in supporting large-scale, high-profile funded doctoral programmes that sit at the heart of cutting-edge research and innovation. The Opportunity This newly created role has come about due to continued success in securing significant external funding. You'll be joining a collaborative and welcoming team that supports interdisciplinary doctoral programmes and works closely with academics, professional colleagues, and external partners. The Grants and Studentship Manager will take ownership of the financial management of major multi-year grants and associated partner funding , overseeing the full lifecycle from pre-award through to post-award reporting and compliance. You'll also provide valuable insight and guidance on future funding bids, helping to shape sustainable and well-structured financial plans. What You'll Be Doing Managing pre-award and post-award activity for large, complex doctoral training and studentship funding Overseeing budgets and forecasts for a diverse portfolio of funding, totalling approximately £60m Producing clear and insightful financial reports for senior academic and professional stakeholders Supporting future funding applications through detailed financial modelling and advice Acting as a key point of contact for external funders and partner organisations Working closely with a wider finance community to share knowledge and best practice About You You'll be a confident and personable finance professional who enjoys working in a busy, evolving environment and building positive relationships across teams. You'll ideally bring: Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience Strong financial management experience within higher education Proven ability to manage complex budgets and long-term forecasts Experience using Oracle R12 Financials Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to high-quality work What's On Offer In return, you'll benefit from an excellent benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing, including: A generous contributory pension scheme 38 days' annual leave Family-friendly policies and childcare support Cycle-to-work and travel loan schemes Discounted travel options Access to social and sports clubs The role offers hybrid working , with a minimum of three days per week onsite , plus occasional additional onsite days in line with operational needs
My client, a well known education establishment, is recruiting a permanent Head of Finance for systems to join their team. Reporting into the Deputy Chief Accountant the role for Head of Finance Systems will be responsible for the development of the finance systems to support the achievement of the organisations overarching strategies. You will also ensure that the current systems owned by Finance and other systems which integrate with the main finance system (Unit4 ERP/Unit4 ERPx) are operationally efficient, provide accurate data and meet end users' needs. The role will explore and manage the development and implementation of any new systems that will contribute to the improvement in our service delivery. Day to day the role will include: Being fully responsible for the systems owned and used by Finance and be responsible for implementing and continuing the development of the financial systems, including integration with other source and destination systems. Implementing new systems that will benefit the University when required. This involves developing project roadmap and associated budget proposals for new initiatives to ensure optimal service delivery of service within the University strategic framework. Assisting in the development, design and production of timely and accurate management reports which will enable senior management of the University to make sound business decisions, and ad-hoc and regular financial reports and analysis for the University's committees and managers, as and when required. Ensuring that the data held is accurate and sound, in order that the annual financial returns to be submitted to OfS (Office for Students) and other funding bodies are accurate and comply with the statutory requirements. This involves validating reporting output to ensure accuracy and integrity of the data. Establishing relationships, liaise and work with internal stakeholders across the University to gain an understanding of users' requirements and provide innovative solutions to meet the organisational needs, and to be able to influence users to achieve objectives. To be considered for the role you will need to be a qualified accountant with significant experience in the implementation and development of major finance systems and strategies with significant practical experience of working with at least one major corporate finance system. Ideally you will also have experience of On-boarding to new systems (for example, Unit4 ERPx), and Off-boarding from outgoing systems (for example, Unit4 ERP, Kefron, Proactis Marketplace). This is a permanent role with up to 3 days a week required in the London offices. The salary on offer is 80,000.
Apr 05, 2026
Full time
My client, a well known education establishment, is recruiting a permanent Head of Finance for systems to join their team. Reporting into the Deputy Chief Accountant the role for Head of Finance Systems will be responsible for the development of the finance systems to support the achievement of the organisations overarching strategies. You will also ensure that the current systems owned by Finance and other systems which integrate with the main finance system (Unit4 ERP/Unit4 ERPx) are operationally efficient, provide accurate data and meet end users' needs. The role will explore and manage the development and implementation of any new systems that will contribute to the improvement in our service delivery. Day to day the role will include: Being fully responsible for the systems owned and used by Finance and be responsible for implementing and continuing the development of the financial systems, including integration with other source and destination systems. Implementing new systems that will benefit the University when required. This involves developing project roadmap and associated budget proposals for new initiatives to ensure optimal service delivery of service within the University strategic framework. Assisting in the development, design and production of timely and accurate management reports which will enable senior management of the University to make sound business decisions, and ad-hoc and regular financial reports and analysis for the University's committees and managers, as and when required. Ensuring that the data held is accurate and sound, in order that the annual financial returns to be submitted to OfS (Office for Students) and other funding bodies are accurate and comply with the statutory requirements. This involves validating reporting output to ensure accuracy and integrity of the data. Establishing relationships, liaise and work with internal stakeholders across the University to gain an understanding of users' requirements and provide innovative solutions to meet the organisational needs, and to be able to influence users to achieve objectives. To be considered for the role you will need to be a qualified accountant with significant experience in the implementation and development of major finance systems and strategies with significant practical experience of working with at least one major corporate finance system. Ideally you will also have experience of On-boarding to new systems (for example, Unit4 ERPx), and Off-boarding from outgoing systems (for example, Unit4 ERP, Kefron, Proactis Marketplace). This is a permanent role with up to 3 days a week required in the London offices. The salary on offer is 80,000.
More than a mission, C2FO is a better financial system changing the way every business gains access to the working capital they need to thrive. At C2FO, everyone is an employee-owner which means we're all invested in our work and team members. We're a company of team players and self-starters finding new and innovative ways to get things done. If you're excited to learn, grow, and leave your mark on our fast-growing organization, C2FO may be the place for you. About C2FO Headquartered in Kansas City, USA, C2FO has more than 450 employees worldwide, with operations throughout North America, Europe, India, Asia Pacific, and Australia. C2FO is the world's largest on-demand working capital platform. Our mission is to ensure every business has the capital needed to thrive and we have delivered more than $445+ billion in funding to businesses since our founding. How do we do this? By providing fast, flexible, and equitable access to low-cost capital through our easy-to-use platform. We provide technology with a human touch, giving our customers the direct support they need and ensuring our team members have the tools, resources, and work environment they need to deliver on our promise to customers. With the C2FO platform, businesses worldwide have more working capital to fuel their growth, create jobs and develop new products. At C2FO, we take care of our customers and our people - the vital human capital that helps our customers thrive. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options for work/life balance, volunteer time off, and more. Learn more about our benefits here. About the Role C2FO is seeking an experienced attorney with deep expertise in privacy, fintech, supply chain finance, and emerging financial technologies. This role will report directly to the General Counsel and will play a critical part in supporting C2FO's global legal, regulatory, and compliance initiatives across its innovative working capital and fintech platform. We are specifically looking for a qualified attorney licensed to practice law in the United Kingdom or the United States, with demonstrated experience advising fintech companies, financial institutions, or technology-driven financial platforms. This position will work closely with C2FO's legal, compliance, security, product, and engineering teams. We have offices in Kansas City, MO, London and Bristol, UK, but are open to candidates working remotely in the UK or US. This is a high-impact role supporting both existing and new product initiatives, including cutting-edge financial products at the intersection of supply chain finance, SaaS, embedded finance, and emerging technologies. Regulatory, Privacy, and Fintech Advisory Serve as the primary legal advisor on regulations applicable to C2FO's global fintech platform, including GDPR, US federal and state privacy laws, global data protection laws, financial services regulations, and digital asset and stablecoin regulatory frameworks. Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements affecting fintech, supply chain finance, embedded finance, digital assets, and related emerging technologies. Advise internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks associated with new and existing financial products, including those involving digital payments, receivables finance, and blockchain-enabled solutions. Commercial, Financing, and Technology Transactions Draft, negotiate, and structure complex commercial, financing, and technology agreements with clients, financial institutions, and strategic partners, including: Supply chain finance agreements Bank partnership, funding, and servicing agreements Master Services Agreements (SaaS) Technology licensing and intellectual property agreements Vendor and strategic partner agreements Data processing agreements and cross-border data transfer arrangements Agreements involving fintech integrations, APIs, SDKs, and embedded finance solutions Agreements supporting emerging technologies, including digital assets. Product, Technology, and Emerging Technology Support Partner with product, engineering, and security teams to support the development and launch of fintech and emerging technology products. Provide legal guidance on issues relating to digital assets, payment systems, and emerging financial infrastructure. Review and advise on security policies, data governance frameworks, and technology risk management practices. Global Legal and Compliance Support Assist in managing global compliance programs and legal risk mitigation strategies. Manage and coordinate with external counsel in multiple jurisdictions, including the US, UK, and other international markets. Advise internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks and requirements associated with expansion into new geographies. Support cross-border transactions, regulatory inquiries, and strategic business initiatives. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to internal stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Independently manage complex legal negotiations from initiation through execution. Remote with Hybrid Option: This position is primarily remote and requires a reliable internet connection in a private setting. Candidates residing in Kansas City, Bristol, or London have the option to work in a hybrid model, splitting time between home and our collaborative open-office environment with access to private meeting spaces as needed. Basic Qualifications Qualified attorney licensed to practice law in the United States (active state bar membership) or the United Kingdom (Solicitor qualified in England & Wales or equivalent). Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution. Minimum 5+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably advising fintech companies, financial institutions, or technology platforms. Demonstrated experience advising on GDPR, UK GDPR, and global privacy and data protection laws. Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial, technology, and financial agreements. Strong experience with supply chain finance, receivables finance, factoring, or structured finance transactions. Familiarity with emerging financial technologies, including blockchain. Experience advising on SaaS, cloud, and technology platform agreements. Experience supporting API-driven platforms, integrations, and SDK-based products. Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks affecting fintech and digital financial products. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we not only value diversity and equality, but we also empower our team members to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our goal is to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and our global, multicultural clients. We recognize the power of inclusion, emphasizing that each team member was chosen for their unique ability to contribute to the overall success of our mission. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Apr 05, 2026
Full time
More than a mission, C2FO is a better financial system changing the way every business gains access to the working capital they need to thrive. At C2FO, everyone is an employee-owner which means we're all invested in our work and team members. We're a company of team players and self-starters finding new and innovative ways to get things done. If you're excited to learn, grow, and leave your mark on our fast-growing organization, C2FO may be the place for you. About C2FO Headquartered in Kansas City, USA, C2FO has more than 450 employees worldwide, with operations throughout North America, Europe, India, Asia Pacific, and Australia. C2FO is the world's largest on-demand working capital platform. Our mission is to ensure every business has the capital needed to thrive and we have delivered more than $445+ billion in funding to businesses since our founding. How do we do this? By providing fast, flexible, and equitable access to low-cost capital through our easy-to-use platform. We provide technology with a human touch, giving our customers the direct support they need and ensuring our team members have the tools, resources, and work environment they need to deliver on our promise to customers. With the C2FO platform, businesses worldwide have more working capital to fuel their growth, create jobs and develop new products. At C2FO, we take care of our customers and our people - the vital human capital that helps our customers thrive. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options for work/life balance, volunteer time off, and more. Learn more about our benefits here. About the Role C2FO is seeking an experienced attorney with deep expertise in privacy, fintech, supply chain finance, and emerging financial technologies. This role will report directly to the General Counsel and will play a critical part in supporting C2FO's global legal, regulatory, and compliance initiatives across its innovative working capital and fintech platform. We are specifically looking for a qualified attorney licensed to practice law in the United Kingdom or the United States, with demonstrated experience advising fintech companies, financial institutions, or technology-driven financial platforms. This position will work closely with C2FO's legal, compliance, security, product, and engineering teams. We have offices in Kansas City, MO, London and Bristol, UK, but are open to candidates working remotely in the UK or US. This is a high-impact role supporting both existing and new product initiatives, including cutting-edge financial products at the intersection of supply chain finance, SaaS, embedded finance, and emerging technologies. Regulatory, Privacy, and Fintech Advisory Serve as the primary legal advisor on regulations applicable to C2FO's global fintech platform, including GDPR, US federal and state privacy laws, global data protection laws, financial services regulations, and digital asset and stablecoin regulatory frameworks. Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements affecting fintech, supply chain finance, embedded finance, digital assets, and related emerging technologies. Advise internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks associated with new and existing financial products, including those involving digital payments, receivables finance, and blockchain-enabled solutions. Commercial, Financing, and Technology Transactions Draft, negotiate, and structure complex commercial, financing, and technology agreements with clients, financial institutions, and strategic partners, including: Supply chain finance agreements Bank partnership, funding, and servicing agreements Master Services Agreements (SaaS) Technology licensing and intellectual property agreements Vendor and strategic partner agreements Data processing agreements and cross-border data transfer arrangements Agreements involving fintech integrations, APIs, SDKs, and embedded finance solutions Agreements supporting emerging technologies, including digital assets. Product, Technology, and Emerging Technology Support Partner with product, engineering, and security teams to support the development and launch of fintech and emerging technology products. Provide legal guidance on issues relating to digital assets, payment systems, and emerging financial infrastructure. Review and advise on security policies, data governance frameworks, and technology risk management practices. Global Legal and Compliance Support Assist in managing global compliance programs and legal risk mitigation strategies. Manage and coordinate with external counsel in multiple jurisdictions, including the US, UK, and other international markets. Advise internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks and requirements associated with expansion into new geographies. Support cross-border transactions, regulatory inquiries, and strategic business initiatives. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to internal stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Independently manage complex legal negotiations from initiation through execution. Remote with Hybrid Option: This position is primarily remote and requires a reliable internet connection in a private setting. Candidates residing in Kansas City, Bristol, or London have the option to work in a hybrid model, splitting time between home and our collaborative open-office environment with access to private meeting spaces as needed. Basic Qualifications Qualified attorney licensed to practice law in the United States (active state bar membership) or the United Kingdom (Solicitor qualified in England & Wales or equivalent). Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution. Minimum 5+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably advising fintech companies, financial institutions, or technology platforms. Demonstrated experience advising on GDPR, UK GDPR, and global privacy and data protection laws. Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial, technology, and financial agreements. Strong experience with supply chain finance, receivables finance, factoring, or structured finance transactions. Familiarity with emerging financial technologies, including blockchain. Experience advising on SaaS, cloud, and technology platform agreements. Experience supporting API-driven platforms, integrations, and SDK-based products. Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks affecting fintech and digital financial products. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we not only value diversity and equality, but we also empower our team members to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our goal is to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and our global, multicultural clients. We recognize the power of inclusion, emphasizing that each team member was chosen for their unique ability to contribute to the overall success of our mission. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Join a respected, modern, people-centred law firm in Swindon with a thriving Family department known for delivering high-quality, empathetic, and commercially sound advice . This is an outstanding opportunity for a Family Solicitor looking to advance their career in a firm that values personal development, promotes autonomy, and encourages your growth both technically and professionally. Why This Firm Stands Out A reputation clients trust: The Family team is well-established across Wiltshire, with steady private-law instructions and a loyal referral network. A genuinely supportive culture: You'll join a warm, collaborative team that champions balance, trust, and wellbeing - not rigid hierarchies or unrealistic targets. High-quality work, no burnout: A steady flow of private family matters (not legal aid volume-work) ensures meaningful engagement with clients and space for strategic thinking. Investment in you : Tailored mentoring, funded training, and structured routes to Senior Associate or Team Lead. Modern, flexible working: Hybrid arrangements and smart systems that cut admin and let you focus on lawyering, not paperwork. The Role You'll manage a varied, engaging caseload including: Divorce, separation, and civil partnership dissolution Financial remedy matters (including medium to higher-value cases) Private children matters and complex arrangements Cohabitation and separation agreements Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements Negotiation, drafting, advocacy, and ADR where appropriate You will also have the opportunity to: Build long-term client relationships Support BD activity and raise your profile locally Contribute to the team's continued growth and reputation About You You will ideally have: 1+ year PQE in private family law (higher PQE also welcomed) Strong grounding in divorce, finances, and children matters Excellent communication and client-care skills The ability to work compassionately and strategically A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Desire to grow your expertise with a supportive team Salary & Benefits £48,000 to £60,000 Generous holiday allowance Hybrid working with flexibility around life commitments Regular supervision and professional development pathways Friendly, modern working environment Clear promotion roadmap and support for accreditations How to Apply If you're a Family Solicitor ready to join a supportive, progressive, and well-respected team in Swindon , apply today for a confidential conversation.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Join a respected, modern, people-centred law firm in Swindon with a thriving Family department known for delivering high-quality, empathetic, and commercially sound advice . This is an outstanding opportunity for a Family Solicitor looking to advance their career in a firm that values personal development, promotes autonomy, and encourages your growth both technically and professionally. Why This Firm Stands Out A reputation clients trust: The Family team is well-established across Wiltshire, with steady private-law instructions and a loyal referral network. A genuinely supportive culture: You'll join a warm, collaborative team that champions balance, trust, and wellbeing - not rigid hierarchies or unrealistic targets. High-quality work, no burnout: A steady flow of private family matters (not legal aid volume-work) ensures meaningful engagement with clients and space for strategic thinking. Investment in you : Tailored mentoring, funded training, and structured routes to Senior Associate or Team Lead. Modern, flexible working: Hybrid arrangements and smart systems that cut admin and let you focus on lawyering, not paperwork. The Role You'll manage a varied, engaging caseload including: Divorce, separation, and civil partnership dissolution Financial remedy matters (including medium to higher-value cases) Private children matters and complex arrangements Cohabitation and separation agreements Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements Negotiation, drafting, advocacy, and ADR where appropriate You will also have the opportunity to: Build long-term client relationships Support BD activity and raise your profile locally Contribute to the team's continued growth and reputation About You You will ideally have: 1+ year PQE in private family law (higher PQE also welcomed) Strong grounding in divorce, finances, and children matters Excellent communication and client-care skills The ability to work compassionately and strategically A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Desire to grow your expertise with a supportive team Salary & Benefits £48,000 to £60,000 Generous holiday allowance Hybrid working with flexibility around life commitments Regular supervision and professional development pathways Friendly, modern working environment Clear promotion roadmap and support for accreditations How to Apply If you're a Family Solicitor ready to join a supportive, progressive, and well-respected team in Swindon , apply today for a confidential conversation.
Salary: £50,000 to £68,000 Location: Reading Hybrid Working Available Join a forward-thinking, well-respected regional firm in Reading with a thriving Commercial Property team known for delivering top-tier work, outstanding client service, and genuine career development . This is the perfect opportunity for a 1-4 PQE lawyer or legal executive ready to build a strong foundation in a major Thames Valley market. Why This Firm Stands Out Reputable, Legal 500-recognised team: You'll join a department praised for its technical strength, responsiveness, and commercial awareness. Real progression: Transparent pathways to Associate and Senior Associate, with tailored mentoring and direct partner exposure. Quality + variety: Act for SMEs, national brands, developers, landlords, and institutional clients across the Thames Valley and South East. Supportive, modern culture: Hybrid working, manageable caseloads, collaboration over competition, and tech-enabled workflows. A firm that invests in you: Business development support, CPD funding, specialist training, and opportunities to grow your own mini-practice. The Role You will manage a varied and increasingly sophisticated commercial property caseload, including: Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals Drafting and negotiating commercial leases , agreements for lease, and ancillary documents Landlord & tenant matters (renewals, licences, management work) Development land and housebuilding related matters (subject to your experience) Secured lending and property finance support Working with the Corporate team on property support for transactions Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting business development initiatives You'll have as much responsibility as your experience allows, with supportive supervision that helps you progress quickly. About You 1-4 years PQE , either as Solicitor, CILEX, or Licenced Conveyancer Solid exposure to commercial property work Strong drafting skills and the ability to communicate clearly with commercial clients Organised, proactive, and able to manage your own files with confidence A team player who enjoys collaborating and contributing to the department's growth Interest in networking and developing client/referrer relationships Package & Benefits £50,000 to £68,000 market-competitive salary (DOE) Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days from home) Pension + life assurance Private medical (often offered after probation) Enhanced annual leave, wellbeing initiatives, and bonus scheme Support for further qualifications, BD training, and mentorship Social events, community initiatives, and strong firm culture How to Apply If you're a Commercial Property Solicitor, Associate, or Legal Executive with 1-4 PQE seeking a firm that offers quality work, real progression, and a collaborative culture , apply today for a confidential conversation.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Salary: £50,000 to £68,000 Location: Reading Hybrid Working Available Join a forward-thinking, well-respected regional firm in Reading with a thriving Commercial Property team known for delivering top-tier work, outstanding client service, and genuine career development . This is the perfect opportunity for a 1-4 PQE lawyer or legal executive ready to build a strong foundation in a major Thames Valley market. Why This Firm Stands Out Reputable, Legal 500-recognised team: You'll join a department praised for its technical strength, responsiveness, and commercial awareness. Real progression: Transparent pathways to Associate and Senior Associate, with tailored mentoring and direct partner exposure. Quality + variety: Act for SMEs, national brands, developers, landlords, and institutional clients across the Thames Valley and South East. Supportive, modern culture: Hybrid working, manageable caseloads, collaboration over competition, and tech-enabled workflows. A firm that invests in you: Business development support, CPD funding, specialist training, and opportunities to grow your own mini-practice. The Role You will manage a varied and increasingly sophisticated commercial property caseload, including: Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals Drafting and negotiating commercial leases , agreements for lease, and ancillary documents Landlord & tenant matters (renewals, licences, management work) Development land and housebuilding related matters (subject to your experience) Secured lending and property finance support Working with the Corporate team on property support for transactions Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting business development initiatives You'll have as much responsibility as your experience allows, with supportive supervision that helps you progress quickly. About You 1-4 years PQE , either as Solicitor, CILEX, or Licenced Conveyancer Solid exposure to commercial property work Strong drafting skills and the ability to communicate clearly with commercial clients Organised, proactive, and able to manage your own files with confidence A team player who enjoys collaborating and contributing to the department's growth Interest in networking and developing client/referrer relationships Package & Benefits £50,000 to £68,000 market-competitive salary (DOE) Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days from home) Pension + life assurance Private medical (often offered after probation) Enhanced annual leave, wellbeing initiatives, and bonus scheme Support for further qualifications, BD training, and mentorship Social events, community initiatives, and strong firm culture How to Apply If you're a Commercial Property Solicitor, Associate, or Legal Executive with 1-4 PQE seeking a firm that offers quality work, real progression, and a collaborative culture , apply today for a confidential conversation.
About this role Being a part of BlackRock means being a part of a community of experienced, ambitious people who are taking on some of the world's most complex financial challenges. And our founder-led culture has maintained its entrepreneurial feel - we work hard, we work fast, and we work with purpose. Team Overview BlackRock's Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) business is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and innovative alpha insights. Our team of 600+ multi asset investment professionals constructs active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions across a wide spectrum of commingled funds, separate accounts, model portfolios, and outsourcing solutions in the wealth and institutional channels. Currently, MASS manages over $2.5 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in London, New York, San Francisco and Asia Pacific. Position Overview and Responsibilities As a Portfolio Manager in MASS, you will be working as part of a team managing portfolios across a range of clients and product types. Your responsibilities will include: Managing portfolios comprised of physical and synthetic fixed income, equity, FX, funds, private markets and commodity exposures Leading daily portfolio management tasks including implementing multiple investment strategies, handling client flows, FX hedging, rebalancing and monitoring positioning, and risk/ performance decomposition Ensuring all mandates conform to performance expectations, investment guidelines, risk parameters, and regulatory requirements Applying technology and analytical tools to improve processes, build scale and enhance investment decision-making Working with analytics, risk, data, and other platform teams to drive operational improvements and contribute to overall systems/investment and trading process design Participating in research related to portfolio construction, asset allocation, security selection, and other investment topics We are looking for individuals who are: Fiduciaries: You consistently put clients first and maintain integrity in every aspect of performance Curious: You like to learn new things and are happy to challenge the status quo Intellectual: You are excited about growing your skillset through solving problems Accountable: You feel personal ownership and passion for the work you do and an aspiration to be better Finishers: You drive things to completion Exacting: "Good enough" is simply not good enough Open: You value and respect input from others Experience / Qualifications 4 to 8 years of prior experience in portfolio management or related role desired (e.g. risk management, analytics, trading), with accompanying knowledge in relevant subject areas such as markets, instruments, portfolio construction, exposure and risk measures, or attribution Undergraduate degree in a quantitative field (Physics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science or similar) or equivalent demonstrated professional experience with proven passion for investing Relevant experience managing Wealth / Solutions multi asset portfolio / models preferred, including experience in managing and rebalancing portfolios and FX hedging. Strong technical abilities with ability to develop process automation and tools to manage large numbers of portfolios. Data skills and coding experience required. Knowledge or experience across markets and instruments such as ETFs and other fund vehicles, derivatives, FX, rates, equities or credit markets (options, IRS, CDS, etc. a plus) Critical thinking and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify investing and operational challenges, and to design and implement solutions. Strong strategic communication and interpersonal skills, ability to partner with multiple groups across the firm, and to work both independently and as part of a team in a highly collaborative, global environment. Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to remain focused across a wide range of portfolio types and activities. Strong process awareness and ability to address operational risk issues. Technical skills such as Python, AI tools required, and experience working with Aladdin strongly preferred. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please : BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
About this role Being a part of BlackRock means being a part of a community of experienced, ambitious people who are taking on some of the world's most complex financial challenges. And our founder-led culture has maintained its entrepreneurial feel - we work hard, we work fast, and we work with purpose. Team Overview BlackRock's Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) business is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and innovative alpha insights. Our team of 600+ multi asset investment professionals constructs active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions across a wide spectrum of commingled funds, separate accounts, model portfolios, and outsourcing solutions in the wealth and institutional channels. Currently, MASS manages over $2.5 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in London, New York, San Francisco and Asia Pacific. Position Overview and Responsibilities As a Portfolio Manager in MASS, you will be working as part of a team managing portfolios across a range of clients and product types. Your responsibilities will include: Managing portfolios comprised of physical and synthetic fixed income, equity, FX, funds, private markets and commodity exposures Leading daily portfolio management tasks including implementing multiple investment strategies, handling client flows, FX hedging, rebalancing and monitoring positioning, and risk/ performance decomposition Ensuring all mandates conform to performance expectations, investment guidelines, risk parameters, and regulatory requirements Applying technology and analytical tools to improve processes, build scale and enhance investment decision-making Working with analytics, risk, data, and other platform teams to drive operational improvements and contribute to overall systems/investment and trading process design Participating in research related to portfolio construction, asset allocation, security selection, and other investment topics We are looking for individuals who are: Fiduciaries: You consistently put clients first and maintain integrity in every aspect of performance Curious: You like to learn new things and are happy to challenge the status quo Intellectual: You are excited about growing your skillset through solving problems Accountable: You feel personal ownership and passion for the work you do and an aspiration to be better Finishers: You drive things to completion Exacting: "Good enough" is simply not good enough Open: You value and respect input from others Experience / Qualifications 4 to 8 years of prior experience in portfolio management or related role desired (e.g. risk management, analytics, trading), with accompanying knowledge in relevant subject areas such as markets, instruments, portfolio construction, exposure and risk measures, or attribution Undergraduate degree in a quantitative field (Physics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science or similar) or equivalent demonstrated professional experience with proven passion for investing Relevant experience managing Wealth / Solutions multi asset portfolio / models preferred, including experience in managing and rebalancing portfolios and FX hedging. Strong technical abilities with ability to develop process automation and tools to manage large numbers of portfolios. Data skills and coding experience required. Knowledge or experience across markets and instruments such as ETFs and other fund vehicles, derivatives, FX, rates, equities or credit markets (options, IRS, CDS, etc. a plus) Critical thinking and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify investing and operational challenges, and to design and implement solutions. Strong strategic communication and interpersonal skills, ability to partner with multiple groups across the firm, and to work both independently and as part of a team in a highly collaborative, global environment. Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to remain focused across a wide range of portfolio types and activities. Strong process awareness and ability to address operational risk issues. Technical skills such as Python, AI tools required, and experience working with Aladdin strongly preferred. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. About BlackRock At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive. For additional information on BlackRock, please : BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Our client is a dynamic and growing organisation with more than 650 staff, an annual turnover of circa £35 million and a thriving community of learners. They deliver high-quality education and training to thousands of students, apprentices and adults each year, helping shape futures while supporting the needs of local employers. Our client is proud of their college, their staff and their students, who make NHC such a brilliant place to work and learn. This newly created role is central to the next phase of our strategic journey. The Director of Finance and Funding will play a pivotal part in shaping the College's financial future, working closely with the Group Finance Director and Senior Management Team to ensure financial sustainability and growth. A fully qualified accountant, you will provide both operational and strategic leadership across all aspects of finance, funding and student records, lead the Finance and MIS teams, and deliver clear, forward-looking financial insight and advice to support the College's ambitions. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with the important role. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with lead consultant Jo Johnston, by emailing to discuss the role. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 21 April 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 6 May 2026
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Our client is a dynamic and growing organisation with more than 650 staff, an annual turnover of circa £35 million and a thriving community of learners. They deliver high-quality education and training to thousands of students, apprentices and adults each year, helping shape futures while supporting the needs of local employers. Our client is proud of their college, their staff and their students, who make NHC such a brilliant place to work and learn. This newly created role is central to the next phase of our strategic journey. The Director of Finance and Funding will play a pivotal part in shaping the College's financial future, working closely with the Group Finance Director and Senior Management Team to ensure financial sustainability and growth. A fully qualified accountant, you will provide both operational and strategic leadership across all aspects of finance, funding and student records, lead the Finance and MIS teams, and deliver clear, forward-looking financial insight and advice to support the College's ambitions. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with the important role. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with lead consultant Jo Johnston, by emailing to discuss the role. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 21 April 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 6 May 2026
At Octopus, we're entrepreneurs and we're investors, on a mission to back the people, ideas and industries that will change the world. We think working here is great, but we're understandably biased. Clickhere to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What'sin it for you? You'llplay a key part in shaping the valuation process,reportingand analysis. Reporting into the Head of Ventures Valuations,you'llhelp with the preparation of portfolio valuations, engage in the collection and analysis of portfolio company data, and be a key contributor to investmenttrack recordanalysis. The team: Understanding,monitoringand reporting on the performance of our portfoliocompaniespost-investment is an important function of our business.The valuations team was set up in 2022 as an independent function within Octopus Ventures and continues to grow and develop into an integral part of the fundoperatingand management processes. Itis responsible forvaluing all the portfolio companies we are invested in the Ventures'funds. We work closely with the investment managers to understand valuation drivers within our portfolio companies, the investment thesis, and company performance. We also workhand-in-handwith finance and operations teams to produce internal and LP reporting, Annual Reports, and other material key for Ventures' stakeholder management. What will you be doing? Supporting the preparatory work for reporting valuations including internal information gathering, model roll forwards and taking on the project management of the process, including organising preliminary and review meetings with stakeholders and minute taking of portfolio review meetings. Preparation of individual portfolio company valuations, typically on a bi-annual basis which includes: Collation of portfolio data, gathering of relevant market comparables, valuation model building (including waterfall modelling). Preparation of valuation papers, including commentary on trading performance, justification for selected valuationmethodologyand selected input,additionalcommentary on triangulation. Preparation of materialsrequiredto support the valuation sign-off process for the Valuation Committee, the FundBoardand the auditors. Attending Valuation Committee meetings as observer andbe responsible fortakingappropriateandaccurateminutes of the discussion and conclusion. Taking responsibility for evidence gathering, filing and audit trails including supporting on the audit and fund administration processes. Fund Performance and other reporting Preparation of regular analysis on fund performance and underlying drivers of this. Preparation of various analysis needed for marketing and financial reporting. Improving Models and Processes Supporting in the day-to-day execution and ongoing enhancement of all ventures valuations workstreams, including taking ownership of model improvements. Qualifications Valuation experience essential -most likely ina consulting firm, some of which will have been spent working on portfolio valuations for private equity, venturecapitalor alternative investment space. ACA / ACCA qualified or CFA charter holder(preferred but not essential) An understanding of International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines. We encourage you to apply even if youdon'ttick every box.What'sthe worst that can happen? This role will evolve as we grow and develop. So, if you are looking for a challenge in a fast paced and dynamic business, we can deliver on that. A competitive salary and bonus Untracked holiday Hybrid working - most of our people spend 3 days a week in the office Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace, one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, Shout & more Our Values At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That's why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders - employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders - are considered in every decision we make. We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued, and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development, we embrace and celebrate all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. We're proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to opt-in to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process, we'll be happy to accommodate where possible.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
At Octopus, we're entrepreneurs and we're investors, on a mission to back the people, ideas and industries that will change the world. We think working here is great, but we're understandably biased. Clickhere to explore Life at Octopus. About the Role What'sin it for you? You'llplay a key part in shaping the valuation process,reportingand analysis. Reporting into the Head of Ventures Valuations,you'llhelp with the preparation of portfolio valuations, engage in the collection and analysis of portfolio company data, and be a key contributor to investmenttrack recordanalysis. The team: Understanding,monitoringand reporting on the performance of our portfoliocompaniespost-investment is an important function of our business.The valuations team was set up in 2022 as an independent function within Octopus Ventures and continues to grow and develop into an integral part of the fundoperatingand management processes. Itis responsible forvaluing all the portfolio companies we are invested in the Ventures'funds. We work closely with the investment managers to understand valuation drivers within our portfolio companies, the investment thesis, and company performance. We also workhand-in-handwith finance and operations teams to produce internal and LP reporting, Annual Reports, and other material key for Ventures' stakeholder management. What will you be doing? Supporting the preparatory work for reporting valuations including internal information gathering, model roll forwards and taking on the project management of the process, including organising preliminary and review meetings with stakeholders and minute taking of portfolio review meetings. Preparation of individual portfolio company valuations, typically on a bi-annual basis which includes: Collation of portfolio data, gathering of relevant market comparables, valuation model building (including waterfall modelling). Preparation of valuation papers, including commentary on trading performance, justification for selected valuationmethodologyand selected input,additionalcommentary on triangulation. Preparation of materialsrequiredto support the valuation sign-off process for the Valuation Committee, the FundBoardand the auditors. Attending Valuation Committee meetings as observer andbe responsible fortakingappropriateandaccurateminutes of the discussion and conclusion. Taking responsibility for evidence gathering, filing and audit trails including supporting on the audit and fund administration processes. Fund Performance and other reporting Preparation of regular analysis on fund performance and underlying drivers of this. Preparation of various analysis needed for marketing and financial reporting. Improving Models and Processes Supporting in the day-to-day execution and ongoing enhancement of all ventures valuations workstreams, including taking ownership of model improvements. Qualifications Valuation experience essential -most likely ina consulting firm, some of which will have been spent working on portfolio valuations for private equity, venturecapitalor alternative investment space. ACA / ACCA qualified or CFA charter holder(preferred but not essential) An understanding of International Private Equity and Venture Capital Valuation Guidelines. We encourage you to apply even if youdon'ttick every box.What'sthe worst that can happen? This role will evolve as we grow and develop. So, if you are looking for a challenge in a fast paced and dynamic business, we can deliver on that. A competitive salary and bonus Untracked holiday Hybrid working - most of our people spend 3 days a week in the office Anchor (our wellness hub) which includes Headspace, one to one coaching through Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, Shout & more Our Values At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That's why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders - employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders - are considered in every decision we make. We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued, and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development, we embrace and celebrate all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. We're proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to opt-in to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process, we'll be happy to accommodate where possible.
About DN Capital DN Capital is a leading European venture capital fund with offices in London, San Francisco & Berlin, managing $1bn AUM. For more than two decades, we have been fortunate to back exceptional founders on their path to create globally impactful businesses such as i.e. Auto1, Shazam, OLX, Endeca, Remitly, Jobandtalent, GoStudent, Incode and Hometogo. We invest in businesses across Europe and the United States, with a focus onfintech, proptech, travel, digital health, enterprise software and digital media. Your role DN Capital is looking for an Intern for our investment team in the London/Berlin offices or remotely (Nordics preferred). This represents a unique opportunity to get first-hand insight into the European venture capital and startup ecosystem. You will play a crucial part in a small team, supporting Associates and Partners in all investment tasks, which will give a holistic overview of the VC business. The role will provide a great chance to learn, build your network and accelerate your career in the tech ecosystem. Responsibilities Deal Flow: track, source, contact, analyse, present and recommend the most relevant investment opportunities to the investment team Due Diligence: dive deep into a certain business, including commercial, financial and operational analysis Portfolio companies: support our portfolio on specific tasks Market research: form own investment hypotheses within key sectors Requirements Passion for and strong knowledge of technology and startups Excellent academic record. In your second year of studies or further (Business, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering) Preferably with first internship experience in a fast-paced work environment (startup, VC, consulting, banking) Analytical, humble and pragmatic person with a can-do attitude Fluent in English (addittional languages a plus) Available for 4-6 months,hiring on a rolling basis. Compensation Paid internship, salary to be discussed Lunch is provided free-of-charge every day in the office Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not possible to respond directly to all applicants, only to those whose candidacy is being pursued.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
About DN Capital DN Capital is a leading European venture capital fund with offices in London, San Francisco & Berlin, managing $1bn AUM. For more than two decades, we have been fortunate to back exceptional founders on their path to create globally impactful businesses such as i.e. Auto1, Shazam, OLX, Endeca, Remitly, Jobandtalent, GoStudent, Incode and Hometogo. We invest in businesses across Europe and the United States, with a focus onfintech, proptech, travel, digital health, enterprise software and digital media. Your role DN Capital is looking for an Intern for our investment team in the London/Berlin offices or remotely (Nordics preferred). This represents a unique opportunity to get first-hand insight into the European venture capital and startup ecosystem. You will play a crucial part in a small team, supporting Associates and Partners in all investment tasks, which will give a holistic overview of the VC business. The role will provide a great chance to learn, build your network and accelerate your career in the tech ecosystem. Responsibilities Deal Flow: track, source, contact, analyse, present and recommend the most relevant investment opportunities to the investment team Due Diligence: dive deep into a certain business, including commercial, financial and operational analysis Portfolio companies: support our portfolio on specific tasks Market research: form own investment hypotheses within key sectors Requirements Passion for and strong knowledge of technology and startups Excellent academic record. In your second year of studies or further (Business, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering) Preferably with first internship experience in a fast-paced work environment (startup, VC, consulting, banking) Analytical, humble and pragmatic person with a can-do attitude Fluent in English (addittional languages a plus) Available for 4-6 months,hiring on a rolling basis. Compensation Paid internship, salary to be discussed Lunch is provided free-of-charge every day in the office Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not possible to respond directly to all applicants, only to those whose candidacy is being pursued.
THE POINT72 ACADEMY SUMMER INTERNSHIP - EMEA Are you a student interested in pursuing a career in investing? If you are graduating between December 2027 and July 2028, we invite you to apply for our 8-week summer internship, taking place from June to August 2027. Launch your investing career in the Point72 Academy, an investment analyst training program that will provide you with the tools and knowledge to build a career in our ever-evolving industry. Since 2015, the Academy has graduated more than 230 analysts onto our platform, and some are portfolio managers today - as of March 2026. The Point72 Academy Summer Internship is a combination of classroom instruction, portfolio casework, and mentorship. The program is designed to give you insights into finance, research, and the workings of the public markets and prepare you for a potential opportunity with the full-time Point72 Academy Associate Program. During the internship, you will: Gain exposure to the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to contribute as an analyst, alongside your peers. Receive training in accounting, modeling, presenting, and compliance. Collaborate with an investment team, gaining firsthand experience of the daily life of an equities analyst and exposure to one of the sectors covered by our Portfolio Managers. Work closely with Academy coaches, delving deeper into data analysis and preparing a final pitch on an investment idea. Collaborate with Compliance, Information Security and the Office of the Co-CIO to discover efficient ways to harness AI in your investment processes and workflows ABOUT POINT72 Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry's brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people's long-term growth. We're a firm that thrives on ideas, and we've found that the Point72 Academy has provided us with diverse viewpoints and perspectives, and we are able to offer support in their growth and development as analysts and portfolio managers. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: We welcome students from all academic disciplines. Your field of study or major is not a determining factor; we seek individuals who can effectively manage teamwork, exhibit integrity, possess intellectual curiosity, demonstrate leadership potential, and express a keen interest in the financial markets. Students should have a high enthusiasm for the financial services industry. Interest in analyzing companies and looking at stocks is recommended given the project-based nature of this program. Candidates with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, who are also self-motivated. WE WANT YOU TO APPLY IF YOU ARE: A current student who will graduate from university between December 2027 and July 2028. Fascinated by research and problem-solving, relentlessly curious, and constantly expanding your horizons. Committed to continued success in your academic and professional career with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and excellence. Commitment to the highest ethical standards. Highly self-driven and motivated to explore a career in finance. WHAT TO EXPECT: Your online application, essays, and resume will serve as an introduction to who you are as a candidate. Once you complete the online application, we will begin reviewing your profile. Selected candidates will then receive an email invitation to participate in a case study, allowing you to showcase your experiences and demonstrate your business acumen. Following submission and review of your case study, the next step would be an online assessment and virtual one on one interviews with various members of the Academy team, if selected. There is no set application deadline for this position. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the program is at capacity. We strongly encourage you to apply and fulfill all requirements as soon as you feel ready to begin the hiring process. Please note, you may only submit one application to the Academy internship program globally, so only apply to the region you are most interested in. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of investing with the Point72 Academy. Please note that any use of GenAI is strictly prohibited when completing this application.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
THE POINT72 ACADEMY SUMMER INTERNSHIP - EMEA Are you a student interested in pursuing a career in investing? If you are graduating between December 2027 and July 2028, we invite you to apply for our 8-week summer internship, taking place from June to August 2027. Launch your investing career in the Point72 Academy, an investment analyst training program that will provide you with the tools and knowledge to build a career in our ever-evolving industry. Since 2015, the Academy has graduated more than 230 analysts onto our platform, and some are portfolio managers today - as of March 2026. The Point72 Academy Summer Internship is a combination of classroom instruction, portfolio casework, and mentorship. The program is designed to give you insights into finance, research, and the workings of the public markets and prepare you for a potential opportunity with the full-time Point72 Academy Associate Program. During the internship, you will: Gain exposure to the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to contribute as an analyst, alongside your peers. Receive training in accounting, modeling, presenting, and compliance. Collaborate with an investment team, gaining firsthand experience of the daily life of an equities analyst and exposure to one of the sectors covered by our Portfolio Managers. Work closely with Academy coaches, delving deeper into data analysis and preparing a final pitch on an investment idea. Collaborate with Compliance, Information Security and the Office of the Co-CIO to discover efficient ways to harness AI in your investment processes and workflows ABOUT POINT72 Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry's brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people's long-term growth. We're a firm that thrives on ideas, and we've found that the Point72 Academy has provided us with diverse viewpoints and perspectives, and we are able to offer support in their growth and development as analysts and portfolio managers. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: We welcome students from all academic disciplines. Your field of study or major is not a determining factor; we seek individuals who can effectively manage teamwork, exhibit integrity, possess intellectual curiosity, demonstrate leadership potential, and express a keen interest in the financial markets. Students should have a high enthusiasm for the financial services industry. Interest in analyzing companies and looking at stocks is recommended given the project-based nature of this program. Candidates with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, who are also self-motivated. WE WANT YOU TO APPLY IF YOU ARE: A current student who will graduate from university between December 2027 and July 2028. Fascinated by research and problem-solving, relentlessly curious, and constantly expanding your horizons. Committed to continued success in your academic and professional career with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and excellence. Commitment to the highest ethical standards. Highly self-driven and motivated to explore a career in finance. WHAT TO EXPECT: Your online application, essays, and resume will serve as an introduction to who you are as a candidate. Once you complete the online application, we will begin reviewing your profile. Selected candidates will then receive an email invitation to participate in a case study, allowing you to showcase your experiences and demonstrate your business acumen. Following submission and review of your case study, the next step would be an online assessment and virtual one on one interviews with various members of the Academy team, if selected. There is no set application deadline for this position. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the program is at capacity. We strongly encourage you to apply and fulfill all requirements as soon as you feel ready to begin the hiring process. Please note, you may only submit one application to the Academy internship program globally, so only apply to the region you are most interested in. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of investing with the Point72 Academy. Please note that any use of GenAI is strictly prohibited when completing this application.
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER Role Profile A ground breaking property developer are seeking a Finance Business Partner for a newly created role. This role provides end-to-end financial leadership across the campus development programme, combining business partnering, project finance, governance, modelling, and performance reporting into a single accountable role. The remit includes project cashflow ownership, fundamental to the liquidity management of the group. The role ensures all Development financial information is accurate, timely, decision-ready and aligned to various stakeholder governance frameworks. The Finance Business Partner serves as the strategic finance lead for the Development team, providing expert support and delivering financial insight to drive performance management, whilst informing commercial decision-making across a diverse and evolving property portfolio. The postholder collaborates closely with both finance and development stakeholders to ensure rigorous financial planning, reporting, and governance. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with a dotted line into the Head of Development Management and Head of Construction, this position often requires dual accountability and sign-off for key deliverables. Responsibilities Project Forecasting & Cashflows • Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process for all development programmes and workstreams including the preparation of associated presentations • Maintain and present monthly project cashflow forecasts, including actuals vs forecast variance analysis • Work with project managers to gain a detailed insight into individual workstreams, supporting with financial oversight and analysis as required for status updates and budget requests Governance, Approvals and Controls • Ensuring and co-ordinating commitments (POs) for all related expenditure, ensuring that this is authorised under company and shareholder governance documentation • Oversight and review of development payment runs • Co-ordination and tracking of contingency utilisation requests and new or out of budget requests, ensuring required approvals are in place before commitments are made Performance Reporting • Create, maintain and report on development-related key performance indicators • Preparation and presentation of a quarterly development finance report • Feed into the quarterly Board CFO Report with development updates and insight Business Partnering & Decision Support • Work closely with Development HODs, project managers and cost consultants to deliver insight across budgets, cashflow, performance management and cost to complete. • Provide scenario planning, sensitivity analysis and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making • Support development of project business plans and ensure alignment between models, financial record and approved coding structures • Enhance and refine project cashflow update processes for continuous improvement Month-End & Ledger Accuracy • Monthly cost reporting and commentary for inclusion in the Management Pack • Liaise with the wider finance team to ensure ledger accuracy, correct accounting treatments and consistent coding • Maintain the development-specific chart of accounts and detailed cost dimensions • Reconcile business plans and financial records, ensure Asset-under-Construction accruals and capitalisation treatments are correct and compliant • Maintain the forecasting model using version control and file hygiene to ensure one single source of truth Person Specifications • Core Behaviours o Proactive, methodical and highly organised o Calm under pressure, with excellent attention to detail o Warm, empathetic and effective with all levels of management o Trustworthy, confidential, diplomatic and dependable o Energetic, sociable and confident engaging in meetings • Skills & Technical Expertise o Accounting qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) preferred but not essential o Strong communicator with excellent written and verbal confidence o Advanced excel user with modelling capability; strong PowerPoint and Word skills o Able to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER Role Profile A ground breaking property developer are seeking a Finance Business Partner for a newly created role. This role provides end-to-end financial leadership across the campus development programme, combining business partnering, project finance, governance, modelling, and performance reporting into a single accountable role. The remit includes project cashflow ownership, fundamental to the liquidity management of the group. The role ensures all Development financial information is accurate, timely, decision-ready and aligned to various stakeholder governance frameworks. The Finance Business Partner serves as the strategic finance lead for the Development team, providing expert support and delivering financial insight to drive performance management, whilst informing commercial decision-making across a diverse and evolving property portfolio. The postholder collaborates closely with both finance and development stakeholders to ensure rigorous financial planning, reporting, and governance. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with a dotted line into the Head of Development Management and Head of Construction, this position often requires dual accountability and sign-off for key deliverables. Responsibilities Project Forecasting & Cashflows • Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process for all development programmes and workstreams including the preparation of associated presentations • Maintain and present monthly project cashflow forecasts, including actuals vs forecast variance analysis • Work with project managers to gain a detailed insight into individual workstreams, supporting with financial oversight and analysis as required for status updates and budget requests Governance, Approvals and Controls • Ensuring and co-ordinating commitments (POs) for all related expenditure, ensuring that this is authorised under company and shareholder governance documentation • Oversight and review of development payment runs • Co-ordination and tracking of contingency utilisation requests and new or out of budget requests, ensuring required approvals are in place before commitments are made Performance Reporting • Create, maintain and report on development-related key performance indicators • Preparation and presentation of a quarterly development finance report • Feed into the quarterly Board CFO Report with development updates and insight Business Partnering & Decision Support • Work closely with Development HODs, project managers and cost consultants to deliver insight across budgets, cashflow, performance management and cost to complete. • Provide scenario planning, sensitivity analysis and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making • Support development of project business plans and ensure alignment between models, financial record and approved coding structures • Enhance and refine project cashflow update processes for continuous improvement Month-End & Ledger Accuracy • Monthly cost reporting and commentary for inclusion in the Management Pack • Liaise with the wider finance team to ensure ledger accuracy, correct accounting treatments and consistent coding • Maintain the development-specific chart of accounts and detailed cost dimensions • Reconcile business plans and financial records, ensure Asset-under-Construction accruals and capitalisation treatments are correct and compliant • Maintain the forecasting model using version control and file hygiene to ensure one single source of truth Person Specifications • Core Behaviours o Proactive, methodical and highly organised o Calm under pressure, with excellent attention to detail o Warm, empathetic and effective with all levels of management o Trustworthy, confidential, diplomatic and dependable o Energetic, sociable and confident engaging in meetings • Skills & Technical Expertise o Accounting qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) preferred but not essential o Strong communicator with excellent written and verbal confidence o Advanced excel user with modelling capability; strong PowerPoint and Word skills o Able to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
About AlphaSense: The world's most sophisticated companies rely on AlphaSense to remove uncertainty from decision making. With market intelligence and search built on proven AI, AlphaSense delivers insights that matter from content you can trust. Our universe of public and private content includes equity research, company filings, event transcripts, expert calls, news, trade journals, and clients' own research content. The acquisition of Tegus by AlphaSense in 2024 advances our shared mission to empower professionals to make smarter decisions through AI driven market intelligence. Together, AlphaSense and Tegus will accelerate growth, innovation, and content expansion, with complementary product and content capabilities that enable users to unearth even more comprehensive insights from thousands of content sets. Our platform is trusted by over 6,000 enterprise customers, including a majority of the S&P 500. Founded in 2011, AlphaSense is headquartered in New York City with more than 2,000 employees across the globe and offices in the U.S., U.K., Finland, India, Singapore, Canada, and Ireland. Come join us! About the Team: The Research Coverage Team provides AlphaSense clients with the cleanest, richest, best structured fundamental data and models on global public companies. Firms across financial services and corporate markets globally rely on our financial model library to drive efficiency across their teams and to ground their financial analysis in sound fundamental data. By bringing financial modeling and technology together, our team makes generating independent research more efficient and helps generate higher conviction investment ideas. We're an energetic team with a healthy obsession with accuracy and a love of stocks and technology. About the Role: We are looking for an Equity Research Associate with a passion for financial modeling. Our ideal candidate has a solid capital markets foundation or deep subject matter expertise in a particular field and is looking to focus primarily on financial modeling. Contribute your foundational knowledge in capital markets or deep subject matter expertise to growing, developing and maintaining our public equity model library. If you are looking for an organization where you will be able to make an immediate impact on our business and your career, join us and take the next step! What You'll Do: Build and support the review of detailed financial models on both existing and new coverage across all global geographies Update models for earnings season Contribute to sub sector specific and coverage wide model improvements Conduct historical financial statement analysis and future period forecasting Develop sub sector expertise to support the development of modeling standards, dashboards for comparative analysis, and new model features Document sector and subsector modeling best practices Support Analysts in providing exceptional client service to all clients Conduct other ad hoc general research and other company due diligence Participate in training new members of the Research Team Who You Are: Able to work in the GMT timezone At least two years of relevant experience in equity research, accounting, financial modeling or equivalent education and experience At least two years experience within the industrials, healthcare, and/or consumers industries preferred Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting and/or your sector Intense curiosity about both individual equities and the capital markets in general Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong communication skills Strong work ethic Highly team oriented High integrity Meticulous attention to detail Ability to deliver under pressure and work to tight deadlines Strong financial modeling skills an asset MBA or Graduate degree an asset Completion or progress towards a CFA or similar designation an asset Leadership experience an asset AlphaSense is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling AlphaSense's commitment to equal employment opportunity. AlphaSense does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any other non merit factor. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at AlphaSense, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination. In addition, it is the policy of AlphaSense to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
About AlphaSense: The world's most sophisticated companies rely on AlphaSense to remove uncertainty from decision making. With market intelligence and search built on proven AI, AlphaSense delivers insights that matter from content you can trust. Our universe of public and private content includes equity research, company filings, event transcripts, expert calls, news, trade journals, and clients' own research content. The acquisition of Tegus by AlphaSense in 2024 advances our shared mission to empower professionals to make smarter decisions through AI driven market intelligence. Together, AlphaSense and Tegus will accelerate growth, innovation, and content expansion, with complementary product and content capabilities that enable users to unearth even more comprehensive insights from thousands of content sets. Our platform is trusted by over 6,000 enterprise customers, including a majority of the S&P 500. Founded in 2011, AlphaSense is headquartered in New York City with more than 2,000 employees across the globe and offices in the U.S., U.K., Finland, India, Singapore, Canada, and Ireland. Come join us! About the Team: The Research Coverage Team provides AlphaSense clients with the cleanest, richest, best structured fundamental data and models on global public companies. Firms across financial services and corporate markets globally rely on our financial model library to drive efficiency across their teams and to ground their financial analysis in sound fundamental data. By bringing financial modeling and technology together, our team makes generating independent research more efficient and helps generate higher conviction investment ideas. We're an energetic team with a healthy obsession with accuracy and a love of stocks and technology. About the Role: We are looking for an Equity Research Associate with a passion for financial modeling. Our ideal candidate has a solid capital markets foundation or deep subject matter expertise in a particular field and is looking to focus primarily on financial modeling. Contribute your foundational knowledge in capital markets or deep subject matter expertise to growing, developing and maintaining our public equity model library. If you are looking for an organization where you will be able to make an immediate impact on our business and your career, join us and take the next step! What You'll Do: Build and support the review of detailed financial models on both existing and new coverage across all global geographies Update models for earnings season Contribute to sub sector specific and coverage wide model improvements Conduct historical financial statement analysis and future period forecasting Develop sub sector expertise to support the development of modeling standards, dashboards for comparative analysis, and new model features Document sector and subsector modeling best practices Support Analysts in providing exceptional client service to all clients Conduct other ad hoc general research and other company due diligence Participate in training new members of the Research Team Who You Are: Able to work in the GMT timezone At least two years of relevant experience in equity research, accounting, financial modeling or equivalent education and experience At least two years experience within the industrials, healthcare, and/or consumers industries preferred Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting and/or your sector Intense curiosity about both individual equities and the capital markets in general Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong communication skills Strong work ethic Highly team oriented High integrity Meticulous attention to detail Ability to deliver under pressure and work to tight deadlines Strong financial modeling skills an asset MBA or Graduate degree an asset Completion or progress towards a CFA or similar designation an asset Leadership experience an asset AlphaSense is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling AlphaSense's commitment to equal employment opportunity. AlphaSense does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any other non merit factor. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at AlphaSense, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination. In addition, it is the policy of AlphaSense to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.
Corporate Finance Analyst - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a well-known and highly respected Corporate Finance Boutique who are looking to recruit a Corporate Finance Associate for their team in Northampton. The role will allow you to build sustainable and profitable client relationships, liaise with third party advisers and work with a high performing team undertaking UK-wide transactions. You should have a passion for business and an interest in learning how to manage acquisitions, disposals, management buy-outs and buy-ins, along with fundraising for clients across all industry sectors. Key duties include: Identifying and approaching relevant groups of companies to engage with through internal market research Producing detailed and compelling information memoranda to present client businesses for investment and sale professionally Liaising with clients to understand the nature of their operations and specific business needs, reflecting this throughout the deal process Presenting client businesses for sale or investment in meetings with potential purchasers / investors Helping to project manage the process, involving direct discussion with other professionals including lawyers, due diligence and commercial teams, banks and investors to ensure deals are closed. Using strong Excel and Financial Modelling skills to analyse and prepare future forecast financial information and create business plans. Dealing with client queries on current open transactions To be considered for the Corporate Finance Associate role you should be ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified, ideally in either an Industry finance role or an Accountancy Practice/Auditing firm, looking for a first move into Corporate Finance. You should have a strong business and entrepreneurial mindset, used to managing conflicting priorities, enjoy business development & building client relationships and be happy travelling to client sites. Mentored by a team of experienced Corporate Finance professionals, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of deals in a small yet growing team. The role will enable you to take part in deal structuring, preparation of financial models and the creation of business plans, with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy from the start. On offer is a base salary up to £50,000 + benefits (OTE of £80,000 in your second/third year, no upper limit on potential earnings). To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Midlands) Office by telephone or via email at com For other opportunities in Finance & Accounting or Public Practice within the Thames Valley, London & Midlands please visit our website. McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Corporate Finance Analyst - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a well-known and highly respected Corporate Finance Boutique who are looking to recruit a Corporate Finance Associate for their team in Northampton. The role will allow you to build sustainable and profitable client relationships, liaise with third party advisers and work with a high performing team undertaking UK-wide transactions. You should have a passion for business and an interest in learning how to manage acquisitions, disposals, management buy-outs and buy-ins, along with fundraising for clients across all industry sectors. Key duties include: Identifying and approaching relevant groups of companies to engage with through internal market research Producing detailed and compelling information memoranda to present client businesses for investment and sale professionally Liaising with clients to understand the nature of their operations and specific business needs, reflecting this throughout the deal process Presenting client businesses for sale or investment in meetings with potential purchasers / investors Helping to project manage the process, involving direct discussion with other professionals including lawyers, due diligence and commercial teams, banks and investors to ensure deals are closed. Using strong Excel and Financial Modelling skills to analyse and prepare future forecast financial information and create business plans. Dealing with client queries on current open transactions To be considered for the Corporate Finance Associate role you should be ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified, ideally in either an Industry finance role or an Accountancy Practice/Auditing firm, looking for a first move into Corporate Finance. You should have a strong business and entrepreneurial mindset, used to managing conflicting priorities, enjoy business development & building client relationships and be happy travelling to client sites. Mentored by a team of experienced Corporate Finance professionals, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of deals in a small yet growing team. The role will enable you to take part in deal structuring, preparation of financial models and the creation of business plans, with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy from the start. On offer is a base salary up to £50,000 + benefits (OTE of £80,000 in your second/third year, no upper limit on potential earnings). To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Midlands) Office by telephone or via email at com For other opportunities in Finance & Accounting or Public Practice within the Thames Valley, London & Midlands please visit our website. McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act.