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Job Description Our Finance Teams : Our Finance team has a large part to play in the success of our business. We are based across a few locations, but operate as one team, and work together to create a positive, productive and highly efficient finance department within News UK. Key Responsibilities: Quarterly Reporting (USGAAP) and Monthly reporting direct to News Corp: You will be part of the team who report financial submissions for News UK and its subsidiaries using Onestream. Specifically, this will involve preparing balance sheet analytical review and other analysis for submission to US Corporate and processing complex consolidation adjustments as part of the UK sub consolidation team. You will assist with the consolidation process for the News UK group and will create positive stakeholder relationships to ensure deadlines are met. You will respond to ad hoc reporting queries and tasks as they arise. You will oversee the technical accounting for USGAAP specific adjustments such as ASC606 and ASC842 utilising US owned systems to ensure compliance. Ensure all intercompany balances submitted agree to global balances and inter company transactions are correctly identified and reported. Ownership and management of all audit requests related to US Group reporting deadlines and processes. Implementing mapping for quarterly reporting that minimises manual adjustments required when reconciling to group reporting team and TM1. Financial Statements: You will assist in the preparation of technical and high profile Financial Statements for News UK and its Subsidiaries to agreed timetables. Your role will include helping management to fulfil audit queries and building relationships with our audit team. Completion of more complex audit questions and supporting the overall stakeholder management of the process to keep audit on track Preparation of data for TCFD, SECR and S172 reporting working with the relevant stakeholders to implement these into the financial statements Review of dormant accounts prepared by off shore team Technical Accounting: Your attention to detail will help us research and prepare technical accounting papers under UK/US GAAP. You will provide updates and advice to the wider Finance Team in conjunction with your manager. You will assist in implementing new accounting standards such as upcoming changes to FRS102 (specifically leases) You will complete complex reconciliations to assist with our local tax teams reporting requirements such as the return to provision analysis and reconciliations Involvement in legal entity rationisation project to simplify the group structure and remove compliance tasks Monthly reconciliations: Completion and ownership of a number of complex monthly reconciliations across News UK and its subsidiaries. Responsible for clearing reconciling items and providing explanations for key movements monthly and quarterly. Reviewing more simplistic reconciliations and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures that have been prepared by the offshore team. Ensuring internal Intercompany reconciles correctly each month ahead of month end submissions Other: Own the News UK and Wireless bad debt schedules for submission to relevant management. Prepare the monthly FX summary report for submission to Shared Costs. Support Finance manager with ad hoc tasks for the wider finance function Provide specialist technical advice to the business Complete ad hoc reporting requirements for other related departments such as Tax and Treasury teams Support manager in team development and process improvement Accounting for investments and divestures Complete month end tasks - Balance sheet netting, Revaluation etc Working closely with the remaining onsite team to meet key submission deadlines Proactively look to improve performance, utilising automation and AI technology Working closely with the offshore team to ensure team objectives are met. Provisioning training and guidance to the offshore team as required. Key Skills KNOWLEDGE: CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified Financial statements and consolidations Experience of Sarbanes Oxley Compliance PROBLEM SOLVING: Highly proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel Strong analytical skills ACCOUNTABILITY/ SPAN OF CONTROL: Ability to work independently and use initiative to complete assigned task in the most efficient way possible. Supervise and assist less experienced members of the team News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland. Our newsbrands include The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio and Virgin Radio UK, and we have market-leading local stations across Ireland. Our world-famous brands provide news, analysis, opinion and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning print and pixel, audio and video, events and experiences, our multi-format brands are home to a plurality of opinion, representing the diverse communities we serve. Driven by passion, guided by principles and acting with purpose, we exist to promote a fair society, freedom of speech and a little bit of fun. Rethinking continually the business of storytelling, we represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. At News UK, we embrace a hybrid work model, currently requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. This approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and team spirit within our workspace. Certain roles may necessitate additional in-office days; please discuss this with your recruiter for specific requirements. Life at News Driven by passion, guided by principles and acting with purpose. We represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. We inform our audiences so that they can make decisions based on trusted information. We represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter most. To ensure these stories resonate with as broad an audience as possible, it is essential that our organisation reflects the diversity of the people we reach. Whether through age, gender, ethnicity, disability, social class or sexuality, we are committed to representing the rich variety of voices that make up our society. And we champion a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and thrive as we continue to innovate and drive long term sustainable growth. This is done through our Diversity Strategy. At News UK, we take pride in our exceptional employee-led networks that bring together individuals with shared interests and create a vibrant sense of community. We believe our networks play a vital role in fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture at News UK. Groups that we support include the African & Caribbean Network, Parents and Carers, and LGBTQ+ group News Is Out, and the Apprentice Society. Benefits Some of our benefits include: Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly in person/ virtual exercise classes 'Bikes for Work' and 'Electric Car' scheme Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5% Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or for us to do anything differently to support you to apply for any of our roles please contact us on .

We want you to! For 30 yearswe'vebeen independently developing and publishing incredible video games at our multiple studios founded by Jason & Chris Kingsley, but Rebellion is more than just games.We have our own filmstudio, we create board games, publish books, and through 2000AD, publish comics and graphic novels such as the amazing Judge Dredd. We are seeking an experienced or more senior DevOps Engineer to join our code department, playing a key role within a growing team! As a DevOps Engineer, you will contribute to designing and maintaining our infrastructure, implementing automation frameworks, establishing robust CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing performance and security measures. Your work will support our game development workflows, helping to ensure reliability, scalability, and efficiency. You will play an important role within a growing team, collaborating closely with other engineers to evolve and scale our infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to develop your expertise in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This exciting opportunity can be based out of either of our studios in Oxford or Warwick, offering flexibility, collaboration, and the chance to work with a world class team! We can provide a relocation package, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full support to ensure a smooth transition to your new environment. Key Outcomes Maintaining high SLA uptime and service reliability Supporting the consolidation, improvement and expansion of our cloud infrastructure Improving visibility of cloud estate and health metrics Enhancing control and management of production infrastructure as the platform scales Responsibilities Deploy, manage and monitor cloud infrastructure in a LiveOps environment Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable cloud architecture Implement, maintain and improve cloud testing and automation tools Support the identification and deployment of cybersecurity measures Assist with incident management and root cause analysis Collaborate closely with code and build teams to ensure a streamlined workflow Work as part of a growing team to continuously improve DevOps practices and processes Qualifications Proven experience working in a DevOps role Experience working within the videogames industry Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code technologies (AWS/Azure) Experience containerising applications and maintaining containerised infrastructure (ECS, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes etc.) Familiarity with CI/CD systems such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI etc. Experience with version control systems such as Perforce and Git Knowledge of logging, monitoring and incident response technologies Experience with Pulumi and Microsoft Power Fabis desirable Benefits 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years - one day each year until you reach 31 days) Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover Enhanced Family Leave Interest Free, Tax-Free loans Enhanced Pension Scheme EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Plus loads more including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events! Right to Work Statement This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future. Applicants must therefore be able to demonstrate their ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship. Life at Our Oxford HQ Our riverside headquarters in Oxford places you a short walk away from the city centre. Renowned for its rich historical backdrop and esteemed educational institutions, Oxford offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, with its beautiful architecture and green spaces. Oxford also boasts excellent transport links, making it easy to navigate both the city and the wider country. The city's train station, just a short walk from our studio, offers frequent services to London, as well as direct routes to major cities like Birmingham, Manchester, and Reading and we also offer free parking at the studio. Our open plan office promotes teamwork and innovation, with regular interaction with senior management and other departments, alongside access to free hot drinks, a handy tuck shop onsite and a range of local pubs, cafes and dining options nearby helping make every workday enjoyable! Inside Rebellion Whichever team you join at Rebellion we are proud of our open, friendly, and creative atmosphere. We love what we do, and we have fun doing it! As a big indie developer, we have complete creative freedom over our titles which allows us to work on a massive variety of projects across all the major platforms. Find out more about us Our size, stability, and the variety of in house expertise across multiple industries, makes Rebellion completely unique! We work in our own way, and we celebrate that as the key to our success. We foster an inclusive culture where you are encouraged to be yourself, to express your creativity and your talent. We are people focused and will support you in every way to can be the best at what you do. We recognise the importance of enjoying what you do and having a healthy work life balance. We offer a friendly, creative, and relaxed working atmosphere, with sensibly managed projects and a wide variety of benefits and development opportunities for all our teams to ensure you are fully supported with your physical and Mental Well being. We are actively recruiting for a diverse team and continue to add to our culture of growth and inclusion. Rebellion encourages innovation in all areas, and we look forward to hearing how you can help us to be better. We encourage all demographics of culture, gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity and beyond, because a representative team makes better products. If you are interested in working at Rebellion, but this role doesn't sound quite like you, we're recruiting for a range of positions across the studio and we're always happy to receive speculative applications via our website. Visit our Careers website to view all our live vacancies: Rebellion: Careers

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together! BAT UK IS LOOKING FOR A TREASURY AI ASSISTANT MANAGER JOB TYPE: Permanent FUNCTION: Finance SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus LOCATION: London, United Kingdom Purpose Statement As part of the Group Treasury team, the Treasury AI Assistant Manager builds, develops, implements, and governs AI-enabled capabilities that improve cash, liquidity, funding, FX, risk, and working capital operations. This role bridges treasury domain expertise with data science, machine learning (ML) engineering, and control frameworks to deliver secure, explainable, reliable, scalable and compliant automation that improves decision quality, speed, and cost-of-operations across the global treasury function. Key Accountabilities I. Operations / Professional / Business AI and Automation Solutions Delivery Design, Build, deploy, and maintain AI/ML models, agents, and automation solutions with the primary aim of improving efficiency and making better decisions across Group Treasury. Automate ingestion and normalization of multi-source data (bank statements, cash forecasts, TMS, ERP (SAP), market data). Forecasting Design and implement a cash flow forecasting solution using the most appropriate probabilistic/ML models, with scenario analysis, confidence intervals, and behavioral segmentation (e.g., customer receipts, seasonal patterns). Operational Monitoring Set up model health dashboards, tracking performance critical metrics, alerting, and incident response playbooks. Operate robust model governance and testing strategies for continuous model improvement. Data Quality & Controls Define data validation rules, reconciliation checks, and audit trails for solutions identified. Ensure explainability, documentation, and Treasury policy alignment for AI outputs used in daily operations. Security & Compliance Enforce relevant access controls and align solutions with the Group's security and compliance framework. Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX controls where applicable) and internal model risk governance. II. Management Pipeline & Prioritization: Support the ownership of the AI use cases and development pipeline tracker (business value, feasibility, risk), and prioritize pipeline with Treasury Operations, Commercial Treasury and Corporate Treasury. Vendor & Tooling Management: Evaluate and support relationships with third party software and data provides, as may be required. Budget & Performance: Assess and supervise cost of ownership for AI solutions; report return on investment, value realization, and supervise metrics. Model Lifecycle Governance: Coordinate model risk reviews as may be required; ensure proper documentation and sign offs. Policy & Standards: Maintain AI standards for treasury (data schemas, feature stores, prompt libraries, testing protocols, secure coding practices). III. Leadership Vision & Roadmap: Support to define the multi year AI roadmap for Treasury (foundational data, priority use cases, scaling plan, and risk posture). Change Leadership: Support adoption across all other treasury teams; create enablement programs and measurable adoption targets. Coaching & Capability Building: Mentor and train treasury team members in use of new solutions; establish communities of practice. Decision Enablement: Where appropriate, translate sophisticated models into management-friendly insights and narratives; recommend actions with quantified confidence and risk. Ethical AI Stewardship: Champion responsible AI principles: fairness, transparency, accountability, and human in the loop controls. IV. Relationship Partner with Global Treasury Operations, Corporate Finance and Commercial Treasury to co design and co own AI solutions. IT & Data collaboration: Work with the Group's Digital Business Solutions function to ensure scalable, secure deployments and robust data sources. External Ecosystem: Support coordination with third party suppliers, software providers, and other treasury partners, as may be required. Audit & Compliance: Liaise with Treasury Control, Business Controls, Internal Audit to ensure compliance with relevant controls and policies. Executive Communication: Ability to provide concise updates to senior treasury leadership on progress, risks, and outcomes; prepare materials for relevant Treasury and Finance committees. V. Innovation Use Case Discovery: Help identify high value use case opportunities within Group Treasury. Prototyping & Experimentation: Run pilots with clear success metrics and business outcomes; scale validated solutions. Sophisticated Methods: Apply the latest AI/ML techniques where appropriate. Human Centered Design: Build intuitive workflows, decision support dashboards, and agents that fit Treasury's needs. Benchmarking: Track industry trends and standard methodologies; add to Treasury's library of reusable prompts, features, and models. Additional information I. Context/Environment Treasury operates as a department reporting directly to the Group Head of Finance. The principal function of the Commercial Treasury team is the management of treasury activities related to the commercial and operational function of the Group. The role will be based within the Group's headquarters in central London and will report into the Treasury AI Manager. II. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Treasury & Finance Knowledge Ideally an understanding of general finance and/or treasury concepts (eg. cash management, liquidity forecasting, FX exposure & hedging, etc). Awareness of relevant treasury policies and controls (e.g., segregation of duties, approvals, SOX controls, etc) is useful. Data & AI Skills Basic knowledge of AI/LLM, ML, and/or data science concepts is crucial. Understanding of agentic AI and how it can be applied to automate processes and advise decision making. Mid-level proficiency in using a general purpose programming language - Ideally Python (with ability to use data science and ML libraries) and/or SQL. Competence in applying different machine learning models and MLOPS for the purposes of financial / treasury forecasting. Competence with data concepts (data extraction, preparation, modeling, etc)and feature engineering for treasury data. Ability to create data visualizations (Excel/Power BI/Matplotlib). Previous exposure to Microsoft tools - Co-Pilot, Fabric, Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI), or SAP would be useful. Basic knowledge of API integration with interfaces to other software systems, as may be required. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ideally some experience with AL/ML model risk management, validation, documentation, and explainability. Understanding basic data privacy/security practices, audit requirements, and AI ethics frameworks. Behavioral & Leadership Skills Business storytelling: the ability to translate data into actionable treasury decisions. Partner management across Finance, IT, and external partners. Curiosity, outcome orientation, and resilience in complex environments. III. Working Relationships Central Treasury Commercial Treasury ERP Programme IDT / GBS organisation, including data analytics team and AI team Regional/Area/End-market teams Global Treasury Operations BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. What we offer you? We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility) Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives. Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement - it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here. You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills. We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes. WHY JOIN BAT . click apply for full job details

The Role Step into the role of Ecomm & Marketing Finance Analyst. Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office working within the Finance team. At Joules, we believe life is better when you are well dressed for your time off. We are looking for an Ecomm and Marketing Finance Analyst who appreciates the finer details as much as we do. You will be the bridge between our creative world and the bottom line, ensuring our heritage inspired collections reach our customers in a way that is both fresh and profitable. This is not about rigid number crunching. It is about being a knowledgeable peer to our Creation and Marketing teams, helping us grow with confidence and a bit of preppy flair. Earn while you learn: Following a successful probation period enroll in a Kaplan training contract to gain a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW. Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at 'The Barn' - Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role. Our Location Market Harborough in Leicestershire, is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand's Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike. What You'll Do You will be right in the thick of it, partnering with the people who bring our brand to live. Your days will be a mix of strategy and precision, from calculating the value of our digital marketing to keeping a keen eye on the costs of every single photoshoot. Partner with Creatives: You will work alongside our Creation and Marketing teams to track performance and keep us on a profitable path. Analyse the Magic: You will prepare monthly summaries of our campaign activity, ensuring we understand the cost per shot and the impact of our creative work. Digital Insight: You will collaborate with our Digital Marketing Manager to calculate the NPV of our online activity, making sure every digital step we take is a smart one. Balance the Books: You will manage forecasts, accruals, and prepayments with ease, ensuring our ledgers are as tidy as a fresh autumn outfit. Support the Team: You will produce monthly cost centre reports for our Operating Board and lend a hand to our Retail and Trade analysts whenever they need an extra set of eyes. What You'll Bring We value a genuine team spirit and a boldly optimistic outlook above all else. You should be someone who loves getting stuff done and is not afraid to share a creative idea or two along the way. We are a brand that layers and plays, so being adaptable is key. The Right Mindset: You are fearlessly creative, ready to learn from every challenge, and genuinely excited about where Joules is headed. Technical Savvy: You have strong numerical skills and a high attention to detail. Intermediate Excel skills are a must for keeping our data effortless and accurate. Professional Progress: You are likely part qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA and have a background in finance where data accuracy was your top priority. Effortless Communication: You can manage stakeholders at all levels with a calm and confident approach, even when conversations get a little bit tricky. A Passion for the Industry: You have a natural flair for finance and a real interest in the fast moving world of British fashion. 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE , Lipsy , Gap and Victoria's Secret products ( when purchased through NEXT) Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty products Access to fantastic discounts at our staff shops Clothing Allowance One family day per year Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers Life assurance Pension Fantastic L&D opportunities A bold and vibrant place to work Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration. What's Next? Apply Show us what you can do. Submit your application online and our recruitment team will take a first look at your experience and strengths. Inform Let's talk. We will get in touch for an initial conversation by phone or video to learn more about you and share what the team is looking for. Review If you are invited to an interview, you may be asked to present an interview task or portfolio and talk through your experience in a competency based interview. It is also your chance to ask questions and get to know us. Offer If it's the right match, our recruitment team will be in touch with a job offer and next steps. This is where your journey with NEXT begins. Team Overview This is where ideas become incredible collections. Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers, and Technologists collaborate to create products our customers love. You'll spot global trends, strategically balance our range plans and meticulously test quality so every season feels fresh, inspiring and exceptional. Explore similar opportunities across our business. You've probably heard of NEXT, but did you know about our portfolio? Every brand in our offering brings a distinct story, attitude and community. Spanning contemporary lifestyle brands, established high street names and timeless collections, together they showcase the vibrancy of today's retail world. About Joules Our Working Way At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage 'time off' clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware. At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns - offering operational excellence. Challenges. Opportunities. The future. Let's take it on at NEXT.

Job Title: Cyber Security Operations Manager Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Acorn are looking to recruit a brand-new role as a Cyber Security Operations Manager. The Cyber Security Operations Manager will lead the operational security function responsible for protecting the organisation's information assets, technology services, and users. This role oversees all security operation functions, incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, and continuous improvement of the organisation's security posture. Working closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, Governance, Compliance and Risk teams, the manager ensures that security operations are proactive, resilient, and aligned with business needs. Responsibilities Lead and manage the daily operations of the internal Security Operations team and primary relationship with any outsourced SOC solution ensuring 24/7 monitoring and response coverage. Oversee cyber defence capabilities including SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, threat intelligence, and identity protection. Develop and maintain operational procedures, playbooks, and response frameworks. Direct the full incident response lifecycle: detection, triage, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review. Coordinate major incident management with IT Infrastructure, Cloud, and Business teams. Ensure lessons learned are captured and drive meaningful improvement. Oversee the vulnerability management programme, ensuring timely identification, prioritisation, and remediation of risks. Partner with asset owners to ensure patches, configuration hardening, and remediation actions are completed. Support risk assessment processes and provide input to security governance and compliance teams. Ensure the design, tuning, and optimisation of detection rules, alerts, and correlation logic across security platforms. Drive automation initiatives using SOAR to improve response speed and reduce operational workload. Maintain robust coverage across cloud, on premise, network, and endpoint environments. Build capability through training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing programmes. Work with technology, business, and leadership teams to communicate risks, incidents, and security posture. Support audits, regulatory assessments, and customer assurance activities About you Requirements Experience managing a SOC or security operations function within a complex enterprise environment. Strong understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud-native security tooling. Knowledge of cyber security frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls. Demonstrated expertise in incident response and threat management. Experience working in hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Grow with Acorn We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cyber Security Consultant, Head of Cyber Security, Cyber Security Operations Supervisor, IT Cloud Operations Manager may also be considered for this role.

Are you looking for a new opportunity to lead a complaints, strategy and control execution function. As a Head of Global Complaints, Strategy and Controls - Vice President you will own the end to end complaints capability and lifecycle across all Financial Services products, functions, and customer journeys-including Fraud, Financial Crime, KYC, Lending, Payments, and New Product Development-while also leading the design and execution of first line operational controls across Banking Operations and Daily Banking. As a senior front line leader, global product owner, and regulatory liaison, you will embed strong conduct, control discipline, and customer centric outcomes across the enterprise. Job Responsibilities Define and lead the global complaints strategy; own the capability roadmap, standards, tooling, and operating model. Own the end to end complaints lifecycle enterprise wide, ensuring fairness, timeliness, consistency, and quality. Personally resolve executive level, high risk, or reputationally significant complaints (e.g., Fraud, FinCrime, KYC, new products). Establish and maintain global policies, procedures, playbooks, and reporting frameworks aligned to conduct/regulatory standards. Drive automation, digitization, and simplification of complaints processes to improve outcomes and efficiency. Own complaints technology platforms and MI, ensuring accurate data capture, trend analysis, and regulatory reporting. Lead deep dive/thematic analysis to identify systemic issues; drive preventative actions and sustainable remediation. Design and oversee customer remediation programs arising from systemic or regulatory issues. Serve as liaison with regulators and ombudsman bodies; lead responses to audits, inspections, and thematic reviews. Own first line operational control execution across Banking Operations and Daily Banking; lead the shift from manual to automated controls; ensure MI for governance. Build and lead global teams; embed customer focus, accountability, regulatory excellence, and continuous improvement; oversee issue management and incident response. Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities Extensive leadership experience in global complaints strategy and execution across multi jurisdiction Financial Services. Proven first line control execution and operational risk management across Banking Operations and Daily Banking. Strong conduct risk and Consumer Duty (or equivalent) expertise, including vulnerable customer outcomes. Demonstrated success engaging regulators/ombudsman and leading audits, thematic reviews, and regulatory responses. Track record managing executive level, high risk complaint escalations with fair, timely outcomes. Expertise in process and control automation; ownership of platforms, data quality, and MI/reporting frameworks. Advanced root cause analysis and systemic issue remediation skills. Exceptional executive communication and influence; effective at board/senior governance forums. Proven cross functional partnership with Product, Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Fraud/FinCrime, and Operations. People leadership of global, matrixed teams; talent development and succession planning. Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities Experience spanning Retail and Investment Banking products and customer journeys. Prior ownership of a global complaints product/utility (capability, tooling, operating model). Built and scaled QA frameworks and enterprise customer remediation programs across jurisdictions. Led large scale digital enablement for complaints and control execution; experience with modern workflow/case management/analytics tools. Crisis/incident management leadership in high profile customer or regulatory matters. Willingness to travel internationally.

OUR FIRM Avantia is the legal and compliance partner to many of the world's leading asset managers and private equity firms. We combine specialist sector expertise with AI-powered workflows to help clients move faster, manage risk, and scale globally. From London to New York, we're building a new model for legal and compliance delivery - one that blends the precision of expert lawyers with the efficiency and insight of technology. Our proprietary AI platform, Ava, underpins every service we deliver. It streamlines manual processes, surfaces institutional knowledge, and empowers our attorneys to negotiate from a position of strength, respond faster, and deliver consistently better outcomes. But technology alone isn't what sets us apart - it's how we use it. Avantia is built for people who see change as an opportunity. We're a team of lawyers, technologists, and specialists who want to shape the future of our industry, not just adapt to it. We value clarity over caution, innovation over inertia, and collaboration over hierarchy. We're pragmatic, ambitious, and united by a shared belief that legal and compliance services can be delivered with greater impact and less friction. THE ROLE We're looking for an experienced qualified Lawyer to join Avantia on a freelance/consultancy basis to spearhead the negotiation of investment-related NDAs, Engagement Letters, joinder agreements and non-reliance letters. You'll manage every phase of the contract process - from initial review and negotiation, guided by client playbooks, all the way through to document execution. Working closely with fellow global Avantia lawyers and paralegals, you'll dive into fast-paced, high-volume negotiations on pre-M&A contracts (mainly ELs and investment related NDAs), collaborating directly with counterparties while ensuring rapid turnaround times. This role is fully remote and allows you to practice law flexibly. Due to turnaround times agreed with our clients, we ask for a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week, spread across the week. However please note that as this is a freelance arrangement, we are unable to guarantee regular work. COMPETENCIES Comfortable with a fast-paced, changing and dynamic environment with the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team. Efficient. While we are committed to respecting work-life balance, we also expect staff to move quickly on matters while at work and manage and appropriately prioritise multiple tasks and competing demands and deadlines. Committed to delivering a quality service to our clients with a strong work ethic to match. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Our clients value and expect us to provide crisp, concise, and straightforward advice. Strong grasp of relevant legal concepts combined with a commercial and pragmatic outlook. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES At Avantia, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we firmly believe in equal opportunities for all. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences that each individual brings to our team. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our hiring process is merit-based, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage you to communicate any reasonable accommodations you may need during the recruitment process and future employment. Please let your Talent team contact know ahead of any interview, we will be happy to suggest or confidentially discuss reasonable adjustments. QUALIFICATIONS Licensed to practice law in the UK, Europe or other EMEA jurisdictions. 5+ years' corporate/transactional law experience, either in house or private practice. Familiarity with working with asset managers, investment banks or other financial services firms preferable but not essential. Experienced with independently negotiating investment related NDAs and Engagement Letters. Compensation for the role will be paid on a fixed per-document basis, details of which will be discussed during the first screening call with our Talent Team. Recruitment Process Call with Talent Team Contract mark-up exercise (independent task) Interview with Legal Directors

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards. As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously. We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams - and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications. The role Finance at Helsing is being built from first principles. There are no legacy systems, no inherited processes, and no established playbooks. As FP&A Team Lead, you will be one of the first senior finance hires and will shape the function from the ground up - designing the planning infrastructure, the reporting architecture, the capital model, and the financial narrative that will take Helsing through its next phase of growth and towards a public listing. This is not a role where you will inherit a tool stack or a process. You will build both. Working as a financial partner to the CEO and VP Business Finance, you will produce the numbers that steer the business, the models that support capital allocation decisions, and the investor-grade reporting that positions Helsing for IPO. You will operate at the intersection of defence contract economics - cost-plus, time and materials, fixed-price, government milestone billing - and modern financial architecture. You will need to understand both, model both, and explain both to a Board that includes some of the most sophisticated investors in European technology. The day-to-day Own the annual budget and multi year long range plan across all business units, domains and geographies. Build and maintain a rolling 12 month forecast updated monthly, with full P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and capital plan integration. Design scenario models (bull / base / bear) that stress test revenue against contract win rates, programme timelines and geopolitical variables. Lead the monthly financial review cycle - packaging actuals vs forecast vs budget with clear variance analysis and management commentary. Own overhead cost tracking and cross functional cost allocation models, ensuring programme margins are correctly stated. IPO Readiness & Investor Reporting Build the financial model underpinning Helsing's IPO equity story - revenue quality, gross margin trajectory, EBITDA bridge, cash burn and path to profitability. Develop and maintain the investor KPI dashboard: ARR, NRR, contract backlog, revenue per employee and gross margin by product line and domain. Prepare investor reporting, board packs and capital markets materials to the standard expected by institutional investors. Capital & Strategic Finance Build and own the capital allocation framework - how Helsing decides which programmes, markets and M&A targets to invest in. Model CAPEX vs OPEX trade offs for major investment decisions including facility expansion, owned hardware platforms and data centre infrastructure. Analyse and propose capital optimisation levers including lease vs own, build vs buy, and government grant or subsidised financing opportunities (EIB, export credit agencies, national defence industrial funds). Support the CFO on term sheet analysis, financing structures and debt covenant modelling. Own working capital management - programme billing milestones, payment terms with governments and primes, and cash flow optimisation. Business Partnering & Decision Support Translate operational plans into financial outcomes as a direct partner to the VP Business Finance and CEO. Build financial models for major business decisions: new market entry, domain expansion, pricing strategy and headcount investment cases. Analyse defence contract economics across contract types - cost plus, T&M, fixed price, IDIQ - and ensure bidding and revenue recognition reflect the correct financial treatment under IFRS 15. Partner with the M&A team on financial due diligence for acquisition targets and post close integration financial modelling. Systems, Data & AI First Finance Lead the selection and implementation of Helsing's FP&A tooling - from planning platform (Anaplan, Pigment, Cube, or equivalent) to management reporting stack. Build AI powered forecasting models that draw on contract backlog data, programme burn rates and external defence budget signals. Design the finance data architecture - ensuring planning data is clean, auditable and connected to the ERP. Develop and deploy AI agents for automated variance analysis, forecast generation and board reporting - reducing manual effort and increasing analytical depth. Define and own the single source of truth for all financial KPIs across the organisation. You should apply if you Have built an FP&A function from scratch - no inherited team, no legacy tools, no established process - and can demonstrate the planning infrastructure, reporting architecture and team you created. Have operated successfully in a high growth, venture backed or recently listed technology environment and understand the financial complexity of scaling across multiple geographies and contract types. Can build three statement integrated financial models from first principles and model complex defence contract structures (cost plus, T&M, fixed price, milestone billing) under IFRS 15. Have selected and implemented modern FP&A tooling and take an AI first approach to forecasting, variance analysis and reporting - you do not accept manual processes where automation can deliver greater analytical depth. Communicate the financial narrative clearly and concisely to non financial audiences, including a Board with deep capital markets and valuation expertise. Are business fluent in English and able to operate across Helsing's multi jurisdiction footprint. Note: We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points. Nice to Have Experience in defence, aerospace, deep tech or dual use technology - including programme accounting, government procurement cycles and the financial complexity of classified programmes. IPO experience - either as a member of an IPO team, a CFO's direct report through a listing, or in an investment banking or private equity context advising on IPO transactions. Deep knowledge of IFRS 16 (leases) and the treatment of government grants and R&D expenditure. Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or MBA; CFA is an advantage for the investor relations component. Proficiency in SQL, Python or R for financial data analysis. Working proficiency in German or French. Join Helsing and work with world leading experts in their fields Helsing's work is important. You'll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing both ethical and geopolitical concerns. The work is unique. We operate in a domain that has highly unusual technical requirements and constraints, and where robustness, safety, and ethical considerations are vital. You will face unique Engineering and AI challenges that make a meaningful impact in the world. Our work frequently takes us right up to the state of the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of work are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward. In our domain, success is a matter of order of magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts. We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn't work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about. What we offer A focus on outcomes, not time tracking. Competitive compensation and stock options. Relocation support. Social and education allowances. Regular company events and all hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe. Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation. . click apply for full job details

Analyst, UK & Ireland Corporate Coverage page is loaded Analyst, UK & Ireland Corporate Coveragelocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: -WDDiscover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION Global Corporate & Investment Banking (GCIB) is made up of Corporate Banking, Structured Finance and Capital Markets teams who provide advice and services to companies and institutions worldwide. The London office is the regional headquarters for the EMEA region. The Coverage teams are responsible for managing, marketing and monitoring the bank's relationships with corporate clients.The UK & Ireland Coverage team are responsible for directly managing customer relationships with UK & Irish corporates across all sectors, including marketing the bank's products and monitoring risk. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE This position is to provide coverage support to enable effective business promotion and management of client relationships and prospects in the UK & Ireland coverage team, with a particular focus on clients within the Telecoms, Media, Tech, Utilities & Energy sectors. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The responsibilities involve, but are not limited to, the following: To provide transaction and marketing support in connection with the delivery of corporate and investment banking products to meet pre-identified and new customer needs Preparing pitch books, account plans, briefing notes, deal screening submissions, business rationales for credit applications and internal reports; with responsibility of ensuring highest level of quality content Maintain and manage external relationships independently (where appropriate) Preparing call reports and pursuing the meeting follow-ups The role involves regular interaction with product offices, risk and compliance departments Liaising and negotiating loan documentation with clients, in coordination with and guidance from the relationship managers Actively liaising with local and regional teams to relay, drive and follow-up on opportunities for the client base in MUFG's international network Supporting various local and regional teams across the global MUFG network related to approvals, support memos and supporting general business opportunities for clients To lead the preparation and submission of credit applications from a business promotion point of view including for all linked processes including liquidity applications, compliance documentation/ KYC, and overall quality control To diligently update client records on the bank systems and liaise with middle and back office to ensure this is done From time to time, the Analyst may be asked by management to work on initiatives relevant to the Corporate coverage business where appropriate To assist in the delivery of management information reports and general projects as they arise as directed by management WORK EXPERIENCE Essential: GCIB products and/or RM supporting role A willingness and ability to learn, adapt and work in a teamPreferred: Some evidence of deal/transaction experience useful SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Functional / Technical Competencies: Essential Must be numerate Fluent written and spoken English Excellent relationship building and communication skills Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)Preferred: Understanding of credit/risk assessment Understanding of relevant product areas (loans, bonds, derivatives, working capital solutions, cash management) Education / Qualifications: Preferred: Relevant professional qualification PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication skills Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly A structured and logical approach to work Excellent interpersonal skills The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment Strong numerical skills Excellent Microsoft Office skillsWe are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.

Ready to tackle the most complex challenges in energy trading? Indicium AI is a dynamic, fast-growing consultancy where you'll work alongside brilliant minds to solve the hardest data and AI problems facing the world's largest energy trading companies. As a Senior Energy Trading Consultant, you'll be at the forefront of transforming how global energy markets operate - architecting next-generation trading solutions that process billions in daily transactions and shape the future of energy. This isn't your typical consulting role. You'll have the autonomy and agility of a smaller company while working on enterprise-scale challenges that would typically require armies of consultants. Every engagement is high-stakes, every solution is cutting edge, and every client interaction shapes the direction of entire trading operations. You'll go from whiteboard sessions with CTOs in the morning to hands on solution design in the afternoon - all while building the consulting practice that will define the industry's next chapter. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Strategic Leadership Lead client workshops to define and refine complex trading solution requirements across multiple energy commodities (power, gas, oil, renewables) Partner with senior client stakeholders (CTOs, Heads of Trading, Risk Directors) to understand business objectives and translate them into actionable solution roadmaps Develop compelling business cases that demonstrate ROI and value creation for trading solution investments Act as the primary client relationship owner for strategic engagements, maintaining executive level relationships throughout project lifecycles Facilitate cross functional stakeholder alignment between Trading, Risk, Operations, IT, and Regulatory teams Drive thought leadership discussions on industry trends, market structure evolution, and technology adoption strategies Solution Design & Requirements Management Lead requirements gathering for Front, Middle and Back Office use cases and shaping Mesh AI's approach to building bespoke solutions to solve these challenges Design end to end solution architectures that address complex trading workflows, risk management, and regulatory requirements Navigate the nuances of physical and financial energy trading flows, including basis trading, portfolio optimization, and asset backed trading strategies Define functional specifications for real time market data integration, position management, P&L calculation, and risk reporting systems Establish clear success criteria and KPIs for solution delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives Complex Delivery Management Lead agile delivery of multi workstream programs involving trading systems, data platforms, and analytics solutions Coach and coordinate cross functional agile teams including data engineers, software developers, quantitative analysts, and business stakeholders Establish agile governance frameworks including sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement processes Drive rapid prototyping and iterative delivery approaches that enable early value realization and stakeholder feedback Facilitate agile ceremonies at scale including PI planning, release planning, and cross team coordination events Ensure regulatory compliance considerations (EMIR, MiFID II, REMIT) are integrated into agile delivery practices and sprint outcomes Required Experience & Expertise: Energy or Commodity Trading: 5+ years of experience in energy or commodity trading environments with deep understanding of multiple commodities: power, gas, oil, and/or renewable energy Trading Systems: Hands on experience with ETRM platforms (Endur, Allegro, Brady, Eka, etc.) and trading system architectures Risk Management: Understanding of energy trading risks including market, credit, operational, and regulatory risks Physical and Financial: Experience with both physical commodity flows and financial derivative instruments Consulting & Client Management Consulting Background: Ideally 5+ years in management consulting, preferably with Big 4, tier-1 strategy firms, or specialist energy consulting practices Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of managing C-level and senior executive relationships in complex, high stakes environments Business Case Development: Demonstrated ability to build compelling financial and strategic business cases for technology investments Workshop Facilitation: Expert level facilitation skills for requirements workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder alignment meetings Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to board level audiences Agile Delivery & Program Management Agile Leadership: Experience leading large scale agile transformations and complex multi team delivery programs (>£5M value) Cross functional Leadership: Ability to lead diverse agile teams including business users, technologists, and external vendors without direct authority Change Management: Experience driving organisational change and user adoption using agile change management principles Vendor Management: Track record of managing agile delivery partnerships with technology vendors and system integrators Preferred Qualifications: Background in quantitative analysis or derivatives pricing Previous experience at energy trading companies, utilities, or investment banks Knowledge of emerging technologies in trading (AI/ML, cloud platforms) Why Indicium AI Fast growing start up organisation with huge opportunity for career growth Highly competitive salary package along with company bonus A hugely collaborative working environment where every person's viewpoint is considered - a chance to make your mark on the business from day one! Financially backed business meaning security and support for new initiatives and global market expansion Pick your own Gear! Macbooks, PCs, Accessories! Drive your development with a personal learning budget

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

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

Hybrid with two days a week in our Edinburgh or London office, travel between offices (including Bath) will be required monthly About us Seccl is the Octopus owned embedded investment platform that's on a mission to helping more people to invest - and invest well. We're B Corp certified with an amazing product market fit, impressive early traction and the potential to transform an outdated industry, for the better. We've been growing fast and will scale even faster over the next few years. We're also proud to be part of Octopus, the £multi billion group that's on a mission to breathe new life into broken industries, through companies like Octopus Energy, Octopus Investments and Octopus Money. Check out the Seccl website for the latest on our products and our mission to shape the future of investments. The role We are looking for a Head of trading to lead and evolve Seccl's trading capability as we scale. Trading is a critical part of the platform experience for both our clients and the investors they serve. Today we deliver trading through an outsourced execution model, but we are now building the next generation of our trading infrastructure, with a direct market model designed to deliver lower costs, greater control and a significantly improved client experience. As Head of trading you will own the performance, control and development of trading at Seccl. You'll be responsible for day to day trading operations whilst also playing a central role in delivering our new brokerage model and shaping the future architecture of trading across the platform. This is a rare opportunity to design and lead a modern trading capability inside a fast growing investment platform. On a typical day you will be Own the end to end trading capability at Seccl ensuring execution, settlement and post trade processes operate reliably, efficiently and with strong operational control Support the trading operations team, setting clear standards for performance, operational resilience, incident management and continuous improvement Ensure trading operations run in line with regulatory expectations including CASS MiFID II and COBS, maintaining strong books and records integrity and robust control frameworks Own relationships with key market infrastructure providers, execution partners, and trading venues Play a central role in delivering Seccl's new direct to market trading capability helping define and embed the operational and control framework that supports it Work closely with Product and Engineering to translate trading and market structure requirements into scalable platform capabilities, workflows, and automation Shape key design decisions across market connectivity, smart order routing, market data, best execution monitoring, and execution architecture Ensure the trading function is operationally ready to support new trading capabilities including processes, procedures, controls monitoring, and operational support This role's for you if You thrive in owning a critical platform capability and leading both operational performance and structural change You have significant senior experience leading trading or dealing operations within an investment platform, broker, or wealth platform environment You have deep knowledge of trading infrastructure and market operations including settlement cycles, custodians, CREST and direct market connectivity You have experience implementing or delivering direct market access or brokerage infrastructure You have a deep understanding of how regulatory frameworks such as CASS, MiFID II and COBS shape real trading operations You hold an appropriate Level 4 trading or securities qualification and are comfortable supporting direct market execution activity where required You have exposure to smart order routing, market data architecture or best execution frameworks You have experience working closely with engineering teams to deliver trading platform capability You are confident influencing senior stakeholders across product, engineering, compliance, risk and finance This role isn't for you if You rely on a lot of top down direction. Here, you'll have a lot of freedom and ownership of your role, and you'll be expected to shape your own progression You're not comfortable working in a fast paced environment. Our speed and scalability are what set us apart; you need to be able to act quickly and think on your feet You struggle to follow through on ideas. We value people who do what they say they will. If you care about something, you have the freedom here to make it happen You don't like change. You'll get on great here if you relish the ambiguity of rapid growth and are willing to embrace uncertainty What's in it for you We offer a generous mix of benefits for the things that really matter to our people, including: A competitive salary - dependant on experience + reviewed annually 27 days holiday + bank holidays (some can be flexible) + day off on your birthday + three days (full time) per year for Dependant leave Two volunteering days per year Option to work abroad for up to six weeks a year Secclbrate - our recognition programme that offers a mix of flexible rewards including extra pay, additional holiday and increased learning budget Length of service award - one month paid sabbatical at eight years 6% employer pension contribution, and life assurance Private medical insurance with AXA Health Enhanced Parental leave MacBook and up to £500 home office set up budget £750 per person learning budget Health and wellbeing initiatives including free therapy via Wellness Cloud, mental health support via Headspace Strong financial wellbeing focus including access to Octopus Money, Octopus Share Incentive Plan and will writing offering via Octopus Legacy Perkbox - Flexi points giving you a range of discounts and perks including free weekly coffee, gym and retail discounts Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Octopus Electric Vehicle Leasing Our culture We're proud to put people first, creating a culture where we truly listen to what matters most to them. Our transparent and inclusive environment encourages diversity of thought, challenge and experimentation. Check out our Glassdoor page for the latest reviews or our LinkedIn for company updates and insights from the team. Interview process Interviewing is a two way thing, and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you. Our interviews are conversational, so come with questions and be curious. We'll only close this role once we have enough applications for the next stage. Please submit your application as soon as possible to make sure you don't miss out and you should expect to hear back from us within one to two weeks of applying. Our aim is to build a diverse and inclusive company of awesome people, with unique skills, passions and experiences. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status. If this sounds like your kind of thing, we encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We'd love to hear from you!

We want you to ! For 30 years we've been independently developing and publishing incredible video games at our multiple studios founded by Jason & Chris Kingsley, but Rebellion is more than just games. We have our own film studio, we create board games, publish books, and through 2000AD, publish comics and graphic novels such as the amazing Judge Dredd. Join our passionate team as an Junior Animator and lend your talents to an exciting, yet-to-be-revealed 3rd person tactical shooter! This is a fantastic chance to play a pivotal role in a venture that builds upon Rebellion's legacy of success. In the role of Junior Animator, you'll craft captivating gameplay animations for our projects, ensuring your work is not only cohesive but also aligns with the project's technical specifications and artistic vision. This exciting opportunity can be based out of any of our studios in Oxford or Warwick, offering flexibility, collaboration and the chance to work with a world-class team! We can provide a relocation package, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full support to ensure a smooth transition to your new environment. We believe in the power of face-to-face collaboration and encourage working from our Oxford or Warwick headquarters. Responsibilities Create consistent high-quality gameplay character and creature animations. Use your knowledge of timing, exaggeration, weighting/scale, ease in/out, overlapping actions, anticipation, secondary motion, framing, squash/stretch, arcs and perspective to create 3D animations. Good knowledge of best practices, production pipelines and workflows. Collaborate and interpret feedback from other disciplines to create engaging animations. Using knowledge of other game engines, develop an understanding of our custom engine and tools. Clean, blend, fix and polish motion capture data to a high standard. Track and update the progress of day-to-day tasks using JIRA. Requirements Good understanding of 3d software such as Maya, Motion Builder or equivalent animation software. Good understanding of acting techniques, cinematography, and visual storytelling. Able to animate realistic character and creature motion. Ability to collaborate with technical animators in relation to rigging and skinning. Good knowledge of production pipelines. You are a proficient game dev enthusiast with a passion for gameplay animation. Experience of Motion Capture data capturing, processing and pipelines. We offer an extensive benefits package to our team including 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years - one day each year until you reach 31 days) Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover Enhanced Family Leave Interest Free, Tax-Free loans Enhanced Pension Scheme EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Plus loads more including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events! Right to Work Statement This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future. Applicants must therefore be able todemonstratetheir ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship. Life at Our Oxford HQ Our riverside headquarters in Oxford places you a short walk away from the city centre. Renowned for its rich historical backdrop and esteemed educational institutions, Oxford offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, with its beautiful architecture and green spaces. Oxford also boasts excellent transport links, making it easy to navigate both the city and the wider country. The city's train station, just a short walk from our studio, offers frequent services to London, as well as direct routes to major cities like Birmingham, Manchester, and Reading and we also offer free parking at the studio. Our open-plan office promotes teamwork and innovation, with regular interaction with senior management and other departments, alongside access to free hot drinks, a handy tuck shop onsite and a range of local pubs, cafes and dining options nearby helping make every workday enjoyable! Inside Rebellion Whichever team you join at Rebellion we are proud of our open, friendly, and creative atmosphere. We love what we do, and we have fun doing it! As a big indie developer, we have complete creative freedom over our titles which allows us to work on a massive variety of projects across all the major platforms. Find out more about us Here Our size, stability, and the variety of in-house expertise across multiple industries, makes Rebellion completely unique! We work in our own way, and we celebrate that as the key to our success. We foster an inclusive culture where you are encouraged to be yourself, to express your creativity and your talent. We are people focused and will support you in every way to can be the best at what you do. We recognise the importance of enjoying what you do and having a healthy work-life balance. We offer a friendly, creative, and relaxed working atmosphere, with sensibly managed projects and a wide variety of benefits and development opportunities for all our teams to ensure you are fully supported with your physical and Mental Well-being. We are actively recruiting for a diverse team and continue to add to our culture of growth and inclusion. Rebellion encourages innovation in all areas, and we look forward to hearing how you can help us to be better. We encourage all demographics of culture, gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity and beyond, because a representative team makes better products. If you are interested in working at Rebellion, but this role doesn't sound quite like you, we're recruiting for a range of positions across the studio and we're always happy to receive speculative applications via our website. Visit our Careers website to view all our live vacancies: Rebellion: Careers

The mission for the role: Popsa exists to help people capture and celebrate the stories that shape who they are. As our Freelance Sub Editor, you'll play a critical role in shaping Perspectives into a trusted global destination for beautifully crafted human stories - spanning travel, family, culture, creativity and the memories that define us. Working closely with the Head of Editorial and contributors, you'll ensure every piece of content is clear, compelling and emotionally resonant. From structural edits to meticulous proofreading, you'll refine our storytelling, uphold our editorial standards and protect the distinct Popsa voice across every article. This is a freelance role, three days per week, with a hybrid working arrangement. Who we are Right now is one of the most exciting moments to join Popsa. Deloitte named us one of the UK's fastest-growing technology companies, and the Financial Times recognised Popsa among the Top 5 fastest-growing software companies in Europe. We're backed by world class investors, and the world is noticing. Our iOS and Android apps are available in 12 languages, trusted by more than 10 million people who have created over 5 million Photo Books shipped to 50+ countries. With more than 350,000 five star reviews, we're one of the highest rated consumer apps anywhere. But the real story isn't the numbers and it's the memories behind them. We're living in a time where we capture more photos than ever before. Billions of moments sitting unseen in camera rolls and clouds, mixed with screenshots, receipts, or where we parked the car. We are great at documenting life but not so great at preserving the meaning in it. Popsa is changing that. Since launching in 2016, we've built an award winning platform that removes every barrier to transforming your favourite memories into something beautifully tangible. No design skills. No time sink. Just the joy of holding real stories in your hands. A celebration of the people and moments that make life worth living. This is only the beginning. About us Read more about our journey so far Take a look inside our Soho HQ What success looks like for this role Confidently manage the sub editing workflow to ensure all articles are reviewed, approved and published on schedule. Edit and upload each article into Storyblok CMS with accuracy and consistency. Strengthen and uphold a clear house style and tone of voice across Perspectives. Collaborate closely with the Head of Editorial, writers and designers to deliver 250 high quality articles. Ensure every published piece is structurally sound, fact checked and publication ready. Reduce post publication corrections through rigorous proofreading and quality control. Provide clear, constructive editorial feedback that elevates contributor work over time. Support smooth handovers between editorial and design by approving final proofs before publication. Identify opportunities to improve editorial processes and publishing efficiency. What you bring to the team Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional attention to detail and confidence working at sentence level precision. Strong structural editing skills and the ability to refine narrative flow. Organisational skills suited to managing multiple articles across a three day schedule. Experience working within a CMS (ideally Storyblok) including uploading, formatting and publishing content, and a localisation/translation management service (ideally Lokalise). Proficiency with Google Workspace and collaborative editorial workflows. Core responsibilities Sub edit and proofread commissioned features to ensure clarity, consistency and accuracy. Upload, format and publish approved content in Storyblok CMS, including headlines, standfirsts, imagery and metadata. Fact check content and flag any legal or reputational risks. Ensure alignment with Popsa's tone of voice and editorial standards. Collaborate with writers to strengthen structure and storytelling. Work with designers to review layouts and approve final content before publication. Maintain and evolve the Perspectives house style guide. Support the overall delivery of the editorial roadmap.

Intercom is the AI Customer Service company on a mission to help businesses provide incredible customer experiences. Our AI agent Fin, the most advanced customer service AI agent on the market, lets businesses deliver always-on, impeccable customer service and ultimately transform their customer experiences for the better. Fin can also be combined with our Helpdesk to become a complete solution called the Intercom Customer Service Suite, which provides AI enhanced support for the more complex or high touch queries that require a human agent. Founded in 2011 and trusted by nearly 30,000 global businesses, Intercom is setting the new standard for customer service. Driven by our core values, we push boundaries, build with speed and intensity, and consistently deliver incredible value to our customers. What's the opportunity? We're hiring a Senior Social Media Strategist to take our organic social presence to the next level. You'll define and execute our social strategy across channels, support internal stakeholders in turning their work into social impact, and lead a company-wide approach to employee and executive activation. You'll also collaborate with our US based Social Media Manager to ensure we show up with relevance and energy in the communities our customers care about. This role is equal parts strategic, creative, and operational. You'll need to think in systems and experiments, write sharp copy, collaborate cross-functionally, and stay obsessively close to what's working (and what's not) in social. If you're excited by the idea of growing a high-performing AI brand, and you love operating at the intersection of tech, content, community, and influence then this is your role. What will I be doing? Own and evolve the strategy for Intercom and Fin's organic social presence across LinkedIn, X, YouTube and more. Partner with GTM workstream leads to translate their launches, ideas, and insights into social activations that earn reach and attention. Enable our executive team and employees to build meaningful influence, creating playbooks, toolkits, and working directly with them on their content. Collaborate with our SMM on proactive and reactive engagement, from daily comments to orchestrated mindshare plays. Run campaigns and moments, building and executing multi-post social plans that elevate our biggest launches and announcements. Experiment relentlessly! Test content formats, creative approaches, timing, AI tools, and emerging platform features to optimize what works. Use AI to move faster and smarter, from ideation to copywriting to distribution planning. Oversee our YouTube strategy and agency relationship, making sure we're maximizing the reach and value of our video investments. Keep our channels sharp and current, ensuring everything live reflects our latest story and message. Make strong, proactive choices. You won't wait for a brief or a prompt; you'll be shaping our agenda and our presence. What skills do I need? You're a social-native thinker: fluent in platform nuances, audience behavior, and creative trends. You're fluent in tech culture - you keep tabs on what VCs are posting, what AI founders are building, and where the conversation is heading. You're a fast, clear, high-quality writer with a knack for punchy, smart, shareable copy. You're AI-forward: excited by what AI unlocks and confident using it to streamline and enhance your work. You're deeply collaborative but autonomous - you can manage cross-functional partnerships without handholding. You're experimental and analytical: you don't just follow best practices, you question them and test what works. You're proactive and outcome-oriented: you don't wait for permission and you know how to tie your work to business goals. You're detail-obsessed when it matters, especially when it comes to how we show up publicly as a brand. You've worked in B2B social at a fast-paced SaaS or tech company. You've supported exec comms or employee enablement in social before. You've worked closely with demand gen, brand, comms, or content teams. You have strong instincts for shareable creative - what stops the scroll and gets talked about. Benefits Competitive salary and equity in a fast-growing start-up We serve lunch every weekday, plus a variety of snack foods and a fully stocked kitchen Pension scheme & match up to 4% Peace of mind with life assurance, as well as comprehensive health and dental insurance for you and your dependents Flexible paid time off policy Paid maternity leave, as well as 6 weeks paternity leave for fathers, to let you spend valuable time with your loved ones If you're cycling, we've got you covered on the Cycle-to-Work Scheme. With secure bike storage too MacBooks are our standard, but we also offer Windows for certain roles when needed Intercom has a hybrid working policy. We believe that working in person helps us stay connected, collaborate easier and create a great culture while still providing flexibility to work from home. We expect employees to be in the office at least three days per week. We have a radically open and accepting culture at Intercom. We avoid spending time on divisive subjects to foster a safe and cohesive work environment for everyone. As an organization, our policy is to not advocate on behalf of the company or our employees on any social or political topics out of our internal or external communications. We respect personal opinion and expression on these topics on personal social platforms on personal time, and do not challenge or confront anyone for their views on non-work related topics. Our goal is to focus on doing incredible work to achieve our goals and unite the company through our core values. Intercom values diversity and is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. Intercom will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.