Capital Management Analyst Apply Locations: London - Riverbank House Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: R-17967 About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Within the Capital Management team, we are committed to shaping the financial future of Direct Line Group. Reporting to the Head of Capital and Reinsurance, you'll be part of a team of accomplished and experienced financial professionals with backgrounds across accounting, actuarial, forecasting, reinsurance and insurance, catastrophe modelling and climate science. Capital Management contributes to project teams across Finance and the wider Group, and works with external specialists and professional advisors (corporate brokers, reinsurance brokers, legal advisors, etc.). What you'll be doing: To support the capital management function by providing analytical support across the capital management team. You will contribute to the management of the Group's balance sheet through the use of reinsurance, balance sheet structuring, exposure management and catastrophe modelling. You will work across Reinsurance, Corporate Insurance, Capital Management and Exposure Management depending on demand. To help produce several analytics across the capital management team as needed by senior members of the team. To help coordinate and manage tasks and projects as needed by senior members of the team. Support will include: Run catastrophe modelling software to help understand and advise on accumulation risks. Produce quarterly accumulation reports, highlighting important changes. Help develop scenario tests and other main risk indicators. Support our model validation programme by testing the performance of catastrophe models against our data and make recommendations about which models to use and adjustments to make so that these best match our risk profile. Provision of financial analysis, forecasts, data and reports. Produce management information for reinsurance and insurance renewals or claims. Support the production of solvency and liquidity monitoring. Support the production of the balance sheet and rating agency forecasts. Provide support for projects such as planning, governance, commercial and financial impact of change. What you'll need: We're looking for someone with a background in an analytical role who can support our Capital Management function and provide analytical support across the capital management team. You'll be able to manipulate and present data, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, driving tasks forward. We're looking for someone who shows curiosity, and if you already understand reinsurance, insurance, capital and exposure management concepts - so much the better! Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Eligible for annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Generous annual leave. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Let's grow your way. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder to shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. See your opportunity to start a career that's varied, distinct and exciting. Visit
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
Capital Management Analyst Apply Locations: London - Riverbank House Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: R-17967 About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Within the Capital Management team, we are committed to shaping the financial future of Direct Line Group. Reporting to the Head of Capital and Reinsurance, you'll be part of a team of accomplished and experienced financial professionals with backgrounds across accounting, actuarial, forecasting, reinsurance and insurance, catastrophe modelling and climate science. Capital Management contributes to project teams across Finance and the wider Group, and works with external specialists and professional advisors (corporate brokers, reinsurance brokers, legal advisors, etc.). What you'll be doing: To support the capital management function by providing analytical support across the capital management team. You will contribute to the management of the Group's balance sheet through the use of reinsurance, balance sheet structuring, exposure management and catastrophe modelling. You will work across Reinsurance, Corporate Insurance, Capital Management and Exposure Management depending on demand. To help produce several analytics across the capital management team as needed by senior members of the team. To help coordinate and manage tasks and projects as needed by senior members of the team. Support will include: Run catastrophe modelling software to help understand and advise on accumulation risks. Produce quarterly accumulation reports, highlighting important changes. Help develop scenario tests and other main risk indicators. Support our model validation programme by testing the performance of catastrophe models against our data and make recommendations about which models to use and adjustments to make so that these best match our risk profile. Provision of financial analysis, forecasts, data and reports. Produce management information for reinsurance and insurance renewals or claims. Support the production of solvency and liquidity monitoring. Support the production of the balance sheet and rating agency forecasts. Provide support for projects such as planning, governance, commercial and financial impact of change. What you'll need: We're looking for someone with a background in an analytical role who can support our Capital Management function and provide analytical support across the capital management team. You'll be able to manipulate and present data, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, driving tasks forward. We're looking for someone who shows curiosity, and if you already understand reinsurance, insurance, capital and exposure management concepts - so much the better! Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Eligible for annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Generous annual leave. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Let's grow your way. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder to shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. See your opportunity to start a career that's varied, distinct and exciting. Visit
Job description Weare really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group wereofficially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth yearrunning. We're on a mission to give our colleagues anamazing work/life balance! Jobtitle: SeniorMarket Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton(Hybrid) Salary: upto £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00amto 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offersponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highlyanalytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analystto support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping usmake informed investment decisions by providing in-depth marketanalysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, andforecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior MarketIntelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, andCommercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensurewe have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particularfocus on the education sector and special needs units. KEYACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research &Analysis: Conductthorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends,particularly focusing on the education sector and special needsunits. Analyse potentialmarket demand and complexity for various sectors, including furthereducation. Identifyaddressable markets and create comprehensive market analysisreports to guide management decisions. ProjectInvolvement: Leadmarket research for key projects by analysing different segmentsand geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams togather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategicgoals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence andFinance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reportssuch as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for betterdecision-making. Workclosely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director)to advise on market trends and recommend strategicmoves. EXPERIENCE &QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics,Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is aplus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis orresearch, ideally within the education or special needssector. Understanding ofinvestment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trendanalysis. Previousexperience working directly with senior leadership and influencingdecision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysistools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experiencewith financial models. Experience working with large datasets andgenerating actionable insights from complexdata. SoftSkills: Excellentcommunication and presentation skills, with the ability totranslate complex data into clearrecommendations. Ability towork in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiplepriorities. Stronganalytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approachto solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clearvalues Demonstrateoptimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships andattitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and externalcontacts Lead by example,demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience andclarity Highly motivatedand resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for OutcomesFirst Group At all timespromote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding,equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subjectto change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes FirstGroup? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialisteducation in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children andyoung people access to a great education that caters to theirspecific needs, abilities and aspirations. Thereare three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education,Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care forand support children, young people, and adults across the UK,empowering them to be happy and make their way in theworld. OurVisionWe believe that with a great education, everyneurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in theworld. OurMissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils,their families, and local communities through a relentless focus onwellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselvesand each other We work together and we make things happen. OurPromise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes thesort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat eachother, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health andwellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional rewardpackage including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase yourcontributions "YourWellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mentalhealth support services and physical healthchecks And amarket-leading benefit offering through our Flexible BenefitsPlatform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right foryou, including: Awide range of health, wellbeing, and insurancebenefits 100's of discountoptions valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car PurchaseScheme Critical illnesscover And that'snot all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerableyoung adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, soyou'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have asignificant positive impact on the lives ofothers. We are committed to the safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicantswill be subject to social media checks and successful applicants toa fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues anamazing work/life balance! We are really proud tosay that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified asa 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth yearrunning. We are an Equal OpportunitiesEmployer. Equal Opportunities View Job DescriptionHere
Dec 04, 2024
Full time
Job description Weare really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group wereofficially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth yearrunning. We're on a mission to give our colleagues anamazing work/life balance! Jobtitle: SeniorMarket Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton(Hybrid) Salary: upto £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00amto 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offersponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highlyanalytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analystto support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping usmake informed investment decisions by providing in-depth marketanalysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, andforecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior MarketIntelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, andCommercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensurewe have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particularfocus on the education sector and special needs units. KEYACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research &Analysis: Conductthorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends,particularly focusing on the education sector and special needsunits. Analyse potentialmarket demand and complexity for various sectors, including furthereducation. Identifyaddressable markets and create comprehensive market analysisreports to guide management decisions. ProjectInvolvement: Leadmarket research for key projects by analysing different segmentsand geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams togather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategicgoals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence andFinance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reportssuch as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for betterdecision-making. Workclosely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director)to advise on market trends and recommend strategicmoves. EXPERIENCE &QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics,Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is aplus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis orresearch, ideally within the education or special needssector. Understanding ofinvestment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trendanalysis. Previousexperience working directly with senior leadership and influencingdecision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysistools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experiencewith financial models. Experience working with large datasets andgenerating actionable insights from complexdata. SoftSkills: Excellentcommunication and presentation skills, with the ability totranslate complex data into clearrecommendations. Ability towork in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiplepriorities. Stronganalytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approachto solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clearvalues Demonstrateoptimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships andattitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and externalcontacts Lead by example,demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience andclarity Highly motivatedand resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for OutcomesFirst Group At all timespromote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding,equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subjectto change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes FirstGroup? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialisteducation in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children andyoung people access to a great education that caters to theirspecific needs, abilities and aspirations. Thereare three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education,Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care forand support children, young people, and adults across the UK,empowering them to be happy and make their way in theworld. OurVisionWe believe that with a great education, everyneurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in theworld. OurMissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils,their families, and local communities through a relentless focus onwellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselvesand each other We work together and we make things happen. OurPromise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes thesort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat eachother, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health andwellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional rewardpackage including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase yourcontributions "YourWellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mentalhealth support services and physical healthchecks And amarket-leading benefit offering through our Flexible BenefitsPlatform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right foryou, including: Awide range of health, wellbeing, and insurancebenefits 100's of discountoptions valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car PurchaseScheme Critical illnesscover And that'snot all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerableyoung adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, soyou'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have asignificant positive impact on the lives ofothers. We are committed to the safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicantswill be subject to social media checks and successful applicants toa fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues anamazing work/life balance! We are really proud tosay that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified asa 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth yearrunning. We are an Equal OpportunitiesEmployer. Equal Opportunities View Job DescriptionHere
Job description We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Job title: Senior Market Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton (Hybrid) Salary: up to £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analyst to support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping us make informed investment decisions by providing in-depth market analysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, and forecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior Market Intelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, and Commercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensure we have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particular focus on the education sector and special needs units. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends, particularly focusing on the education sector and special needs units. Analyse potential market demand and complexity for various sectors, including further education. Identify addressable markets and create comprehensive market analysis reports to guide management decisions. Project Involvement: Lead market research for key projects by analysing different segments and geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams to gather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategic goals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Finance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reports such as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for better decision-making. Work closely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director) to advise on market trends and recommend strategic moves. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis or research, ideally within the education or special needs sector. Understanding of investment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trend analysis. Previous experience working directly with senior leadership and influencing decision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysis tools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial models. Experience working with large datasets and generating actionable insights from complex data. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clear values Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships and attitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and external contacts Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience and clarity Highly motivated and resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for Outcomes First Group At all times promote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subject to change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. Our VisionWe believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world. Our MissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselves and each other We work together and we make things happen. Our Promise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Equal Opportunities View Job Description Here
Dec 04, 2024
Full time
Job description We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Job title: Senior Market Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton (Hybrid) Salary: up to £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analyst to support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping us make informed investment decisions by providing in-depth market analysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, and forecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior Market Intelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, and Commercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensure we have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particular focus on the education sector and special needs units. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends, particularly focusing on the education sector and special needs units. Analyse potential market demand and complexity for various sectors, including further education. Identify addressable markets and create comprehensive market analysis reports to guide management decisions. Project Involvement: Lead market research for key projects by analysing different segments and geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams to gather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategic goals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Finance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reports such as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for better decision-making. Work closely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director) to advise on market trends and recommend strategic moves. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis or research, ideally within the education or special needs sector. Understanding of investment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trend analysis. Previous experience working directly with senior leadership and influencing decision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysis tools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial models. Experience working with large datasets and generating actionable insights from complex data. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clear values Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships and attitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and external contacts Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience and clarity Highly motivated and resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for Outcomes First Group At all times promote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subject to change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. Our VisionWe believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world. Our MissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselves and each other We work together and we make things happen. Our Promise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Equal Opportunities View Job Description Here
Financial Modeller required for a major offshore wind developer based in England Responsibilities Develop, implement and maintain the financial model for the project's business case Perform sensitivity analyses on configurations and scenarios Prepare and maintain model-related documentation and databases Proactively support and provide guidance to the engineering, procurement, commercial, finance and management functions during the cost, assumption and model input development Provide recommendations to the project's senior management team Input into configuration, change and award decisions Prepare documentation for and present to senior leadership teams and other internal and external stakeholders Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings Undertake other ad-hoc duties as required Requirements Degree qualified in business, finance, commerce or a comparable discipline At least three years of professional experience in a similar function as analyst or modeller Excellent knowledge of financial modelling functions, tools and methods Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular MS Excel, and other relevant software packages Experience in project finance Offshore and/or energy infrastructure project experience Excellent understanding of complex tasks, ability to work autonomously with great rigour and precision Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage own workload, meet timescales Ability to work as a member of a large, multidisciplinary team Excellent communication skills
Dec 03, 2024
Contractor
Financial Modeller required for a major offshore wind developer based in England Responsibilities Develop, implement and maintain the financial model for the project's business case Perform sensitivity analyses on configurations and scenarios Prepare and maintain model-related documentation and databases Proactively support and provide guidance to the engineering, procurement, commercial, finance and management functions during the cost, assumption and model input development Provide recommendations to the project's senior management team Input into configuration, change and award decisions Prepare documentation for and present to senior leadership teams and other internal and external stakeholders Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings Undertake other ad-hoc duties as required Requirements Degree qualified in business, finance, commerce or a comparable discipline At least three years of professional experience in a similar function as analyst or modeller Excellent knowledge of financial modelling functions, tools and methods Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular MS Excel, and other relevant software packages Experience in project finance Offshore and/or energy infrastructure project experience Excellent understanding of complex tasks, ability to work autonomously with great rigour and precision Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage own workload, meet timescales Ability to work as a member of a large, multidisciplinary team Excellent communication skills
About Our Client Our client is a mid-sized energy company with strong growth ambitions. Job Description Exciting opportunity for a Head of Credit Risk - Energy Company in London. The Head of Credit will oversee all aspects of credit risk management related to the company's energy trading and commercial operations. The role will focus on identifying, analysing, and mitigating credit risks associated with energy counterparties, clients, and financial institutions. This is a senior leadership role that requires in-depth knowledge of the energy markets, credit risk frameworks, and the regulatory environment. This position will report into the Head of Risk and will be responsible for managing a small team of Credit Risk Analysts. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the company's credit risk strategy for energy markets in line with overall business objectives. Advise senior management on credit risk exposure and propose risk mitigation strategies. Lead the Credit Risk team in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and frameworks. Risk Assessment & Management: Conduct in-depth credit assessments of counterparties, including energy producers, traders, utilities, and financial institutions. Monitor credit exposures and ensure compliance with internal limits and regulatory requirements. Oversee the negotiation of credit terms in trading contracts, ISDAs, and other relevant agreements. Credit Risk Reporting: Develop and present regular reports on credit exposures, risk concentrations, and potential defaults to senior leadership and relevant committees. Work closely with the finance team to forecast potential impacts on liquidity, cash flows, and capital adequacy due to credit events. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with the trading, legal, finance, and compliance teams to ensure a holistic approach to risk management. Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as rating agencies, banks, and regulatory bodies. Leadership & Team Development: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of credit risk professionals. Foster a culture of risk awareness and best practices in credit risk management. The Successful Applicant Experience required: Extensive experience in credit analysis, structuring, and financial modelling, in a senior position preferably in a sales and trading environment from a bank or energy company. Significant experience in transaction structuring to reduce credit risk and working with credit mitigating instruments. Strong understanding of trading products and risk management principles, with a focus on energy commodities. In-depth understanding of credit risk frameworks, risk appetite and exposure reporting. Significant experience gained in credit management and a strong working knowledge of corporate financing and loan products. Degree-level education in Finance, Economics or Statistics, or similar and/or relevant professional qualifications. What's on Offer Collaborative work environment with a focus on developing their people and growing the business. The package will be competitive.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
About Our Client Our client is a mid-sized energy company with strong growth ambitions. Job Description Exciting opportunity for a Head of Credit Risk - Energy Company in London. The Head of Credit will oversee all aspects of credit risk management related to the company's energy trading and commercial operations. The role will focus on identifying, analysing, and mitigating credit risks associated with energy counterparties, clients, and financial institutions. This is a senior leadership role that requires in-depth knowledge of the energy markets, credit risk frameworks, and the regulatory environment. This position will report into the Head of Risk and will be responsible for managing a small team of Credit Risk Analysts. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the company's credit risk strategy for energy markets in line with overall business objectives. Advise senior management on credit risk exposure and propose risk mitigation strategies. Lead the Credit Risk team in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and frameworks. Risk Assessment & Management: Conduct in-depth credit assessments of counterparties, including energy producers, traders, utilities, and financial institutions. Monitor credit exposures and ensure compliance with internal limits and regulatory requirements. Oversee the negotiation of credit terms in trading contracts, ISDAs, and other relevant agreements. Credit Risk Reporting: Develop and present regular reports on credit exposures, risk concentrations, and potential defaults to senior leadership and relevant committees. Work closely with the finance team to forecast potential impacts on liquidity, cash flows, and capital adequacy due to credit events. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with the trading, legal, finance, and compliance teams to ensure a holistic approach to risk management. Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as rating agencies, banks, and regulatory bodies. Leadership & Team Development: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of credit risk professionals. Foster a culture of risk awareness and best practices in credit risk management. The Successful Applicant Experience required: Extensive experience in credit analysis, structuring, and financial modelling, in a senior position preferably in a sales and trading environment from a bank or energy company. Significant experience in transaction structuring to reduce credit risk and working with credit mitigating instruments. Strong understanding of trading products and risk management principles, with a focus on energy commodities. In-depth understanding of credit risk frameworks, risk appetite and exposure reporting. Significant experience gained in credit management and a strong working knowledge of corporate financing and loan products. Degree-level education in Finance, Economics or Statistics, or similar and/or relevant professional qualifications. What's on Offer Collaborative work environment with a focus on developing their people and growing the business. The package will be competitive.
Senior Data Scientist - Ops Team Hybrid in London, UK We're looking for a Senior Data Scientist As a senior data scientist in our Operations Strategy team, you'll help us use data-driven insights to make strategic improvements to the service our Operations teams provide to our customers. The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role As a Senior Data Scientist in our Operations Strategy team, the data-driven insights that you produce will help us make strategic improvements to our ways of working in our UK and Germany Operations teams (currently c.180 people, across London, Leeds, and Frankfurt). You will play a crucial role working to set up and analyse tests, and to build statistical models which will allow us to better understand the value of the work carried out by our Operations teams. This allows us to continue improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our Operations teams, all while maintaining an exceptional level of customer service. Strategy and innovation: You'll work very closely with the Head of Operations Strategy, Operations staff and other stakeholders to ensure that your work aligns closely with business goals and achieves valuable commercial outcomes. Design experiments to compare the performance of different strategies and evaluate them rigorously to make unbiased decisions. Share your findings and modelling with the wider business to impact our strategy. We live and breathe data as a company, so Data Scientists have a key role in the decision-making. Ownership and influence: Independently build data science solutions and statistical models to solve our business problems, with full responsibility in the solution design. Promote analytical rigour within the team, ensuring that our experimental designs are correctly defined and that we evaluate tests without bias. In-depth expertise: Join our community of Analysts/Data Scientists/Statisticians to ensure alignment in methodology across iwoca. You'll be part of a peer group with whom you can discuss best practices or the latest advances so that you share and deepen your technical expertise. Build deep expertise in Operations processes across the full range of the customer journey, from signup through to collections. The projects Here are some examples of projects you might work on: Setting up, monitoring and analysing split tests, to help understand the value of operations activities. This could include determining the ROI of different types of outbound calls that are made by our Account Managers and using this to prioritise these calls effectively to maximise the effectiveness of the team. Building predictive models based on customer satisfaction data, to determine whether changes that are made to operations' processes genuinely improve customer satisfaction. Building statistical models to enhance the ability of operations teams to do accurate forecasting and capacity planning. The requirements Essential: A PhD in a relevant numerate discipline or previous experience in solving business problems in industry with statistics or machine learning techniques. Ability to dive deep into the business context and translate data into actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills in probability and statistics. Proficiency with data manipulation and modelling tools, for example, pandas, statsmodels, and R. Self-driven with the capability to efficiently manage projects end-to-end. Excellent communication skills, you tailor your communication style and the technical detail according to your audience. Bonus: Python experience (we mostly work in Python). Experience with experimental design and Bayesian analysis. The salary The salary range is £60,000 - £90,000 for this role. But, we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football, etc. The benefits Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership, and a private GP service for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave, unlimited unpaid leave, and one-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years. Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill. Pension and share options. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity. Cycle-to-work scheme and electric car scheme. Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Scientist - Ops Team Hybrid in London, UK We're looking for a Senior Data Scientist As a senior data scientist in our Operations Strategy team, you'll help us use data-driven insights to make strategic improvements to the service our Operations teams provide to our customers. The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role As a Senior Data Scientist in our Operations Strategy team, the data-driven insights that you produce will help us make strategic improvements to our ways of working in our UK and Germany Operations teams (currently c.180 people, across London, Leeds, and Frankfurt). You will play a crucial role working to set up and analyse tests, and to build statistical models which will allow us to better understand the value of the work carried out by our Operations teams. This allows us to continue improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our Operations teams, all while maintaining an exceptional level of customer service. Strategy and innovation: You'll work very closely with the Head of Operations Strategy, Operations staff and other stakeholders to ensure that your work aligns closely with business goals and achieves valuable commercial outcomes. Design experiments to compare the performance of different strategies and evaluate them rigorously to make unbiased decisions. Share your findings and modelling with the wider business to impact our strategy. We live and breathe data as a company, so Data Scientists have a key role in the decision-making. Ownership and influence: Independently build data science solutions and statistical models to solve our business problems, with full responsibility in the solution design. Promote analytical rigour within the team, ensuring that our experimental designs are correctly defined and that we evaluate tests without bias. In-depth expertise: Join our community of Analysts/Data Scientists/Statisticians to ensure alignment in methodology across iwoca. You'll be part of a peer group with whom you can discuss best practices or the latest advances so that you share and deepen your technical expertise. Build deep expertise in Operations processes across the full range of the customer journey, from signup through to collections. The projects Here are some examples of projects you might work on: Setting up, monitoring and analysing split tests, to help understand the value of operations activities. This could include determining the ROI of different types of outbound calls that are made by our Account Managers and using this to prioritise these calls effectively to maximise the effectiveness of the team. Building predictive models based on customer satisfaction data, to determine whether changes that are made to operations' processes genuinely improve customer satisfaction. Building statistical models to enhance the ability of operations teams to do accurate forecasting and capacity planning. The requirements Essential: A PhD in a relevant numerate discipline or previous experience in solving business problems in industry with statistics or machine learning techniques. Ability to dive deep into the business context and translate data into actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills in probability and statistics. Proficiency with data manipulation and modelling tools, for example, pandas, statsmodels, and R. Self-driven with the capability to efficiently manage projects end-to-end. Excellent communication skills, you tailor your communication style and the technical detail according to your audience. Bonus: Python experience (we mostly work in Python). Experience with experimental design and Bayesian analysis. The salary The salary range is £60,000 - £90,000 for this role. But, we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football, etc. The benefits Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership, and a private GP service for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave, unlimited unpaid leave, and one-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years. Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill. Pension and share options. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity. Cycle-to-work scheme and electric car scheme. Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Senior Data Scientist - Ops Team Hybrid in London, UK We're looking for a Senior Data Scientist As a senior data scientist in our Operations Strategy team, you'll help us use data-driven insights to make strategic improvements to the service our Operations teams provide to our customers. The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role As a Senior Data Scientist in our Operations Strategy team, the data-driven insights that you produce will help us make strategic improvements to our ways of working in our UK and Germany Operations teams (currently c.180 people, across London, Leeds, and Frankfurt). You will play a crucial role working to set up and analyse tests, and to build statistical models which will allow us to better understand the value of the work carried out by our Operations teams. This allows us to continue improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our Operations teams, all while maintaining an exceptional level of customer service. Responsibilities: You'll work very closely with the Head of Operations Strategy, Operations staff and other stakeholders to ensure that your work aligns closely with business goals and achieves valuable commercial outcomes. Design experiments to compare the performance of different strategies and evaluate them rigorously to make unbiased decisions. Share your findings and modelling with the wider business to impact our strategy. We live and breathe data as a company, so Data Scientists have a key role in the decision-making. Independently build data science solutions and statistical models to solve our business problems, with full responsibility in the solution design. Promote analytical rigour within the team, ensuring that our experimental designs are correctly defined and that we evaluate tests without bias. Join our community of Analysts/Data Scientists/Statisticians to ensure alignment in methodology across iwoca. You'll be part of a peer group with whom you can discuss best practices or the latest advances so that you share and deepen your technical expertise. Build deep expertise in Operations processes across the full range of the customer journey, from signup through to collections. The projects Here are some examples of projects you might work on: Setting up, monitoring and analysing split tests, to help understand the value of operations activities. This could include determining the ROI of different types of outbound calls that are made by our Account Managers and using this to prioritise these calls effectively to maximise the effectiveness of the team. Building predictive models based on customer satisfaction data, to determine whether changes that are made to operations' processes genuinely improve customer satisfaction. Building statistical models to enhance the ability of operations teams to do accurate forecasting and capacity planning. The requirements Essential: A PhD in a relevant numerate discipline or previous experience in solving business problems in industry with statistics or machine learning techniques. Ability to dive deep into the business context and translate data into actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills in probability and statistics. Proficiency with data manipulation and modelling tools, for example, pandas, statsmodels, and R. Self-driven with the capability to efficiently manage projects end-to-end. Excellent communication skills, you tailor your communication style and the technical detail according to your audience. Bonus: Python experience (we mostly work in Python). Experience with experimental design and Bayesian analysis. The salary The salary range is £60,000 - £90,000 for this role. But, we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football, etc. The benefits Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership, and a private GP service for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave, unlimited unpaid leave, and one-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years. Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill. Pension and share options. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity. Cycle-to-work scheme and electric car scheme. Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Scientist - Ops Team Hybrid in London, UK We're looking for a Senior Data Scientist As a senior data scientist in our Operations Strategy team, you'll help us use data-driven insights to make strategic improvements to the service our Operations teams provide to our customers. The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role As a Senior Data Scientist in our Operations Strategy team, the data-driven insights that you produce will help us make strategic improvements to our ways of working in our UK and Germany Operations teams (currently c.180 people, across London, Leeds, and Frankfurt). You will play a crucial role working to set up and analyse tests, and to build statistical models which will allow us to better understand the value of the work carried out by our Operations teams. This allows us to continue improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our Operations teams, all while maintaining an exceptional level of customer service. Responsibilities: You'll work very closely with the Head of Operations Strategy, Operations staff and other stakeholders to ensure that your work aligns closely with business goals and achieves valuable commercial outcomes. Design experiments to compare the performance of different strategies and evaluate them rigorously to make unbiased decisions. Share your findings and modelling with the wider business to impact our strategy. We live and breathe data as a company, so Data Scientists have a key role in the decision-making. Independently build data science solutions and statistical models to solve our business problems, with full responsibility in the solution design. Promote analytical rigour within the team, ensuring that our experimental designs are correctly defined and that we evaluate tests without bias. Join our community of Analysts/Data Scientists/Statisticians to ensure alignment in methodology across iwoca. You'll be part of a peer group with whom you can discuss best practices or the latest advances so that you share and deepen your technical expertise. Build deep expertise in Operations processes across the full range of the customer journey, from signup through to collections. The projects Here are some examples of projects you might work on: Setting up, monitoring and analysing split tests, to help understand the value of operations activities. This could include determining the ROI of different types of outbound calls that are made by our Account Managers and using this to prioritise these calls effectively to maximise the effectiveness of the team. Building predictive models based on customer satisfaction data, to determine whether changes that are made to operations' processes genuinely improve customer satisfaction. Building statistical models to enhance the ability of operations teams to do accurate forecasting and capacity planning. The requirements Essential: A PhD in a relevant numerate discipline or previous experience in solving business problems in industry with statistics or machine learning techniques. Ability to dive deep into the business context and translate data into actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills in probability and statistics. Proficiency with data manipulation and modelling tools, for example, pandas, statsmodels, and R. Self-driven with the capability to efficiently manage projects end-to-end. Excellent communication skills, you tailor your communication style and the technical detail according to your audience. Bonus: Python experience (we mostly work in Python). Experience with experimental design and Bayesian analysis. The salary The salary range is £60,000 - £90,000 for this role. But, we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a brilliant place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, yoga classes, football, etc. The benefits Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership, and a private GP service for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of annual leave, unlimited unpaid leave, and one-month fully paid sabbatical after 4 years. Instant access to emotional and mental health support with our partner, Spill. Pension and share options. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Paid volunteering day to support your chosen charity. Cycle-to-work scheme and electric car scheme. Two company retreats a year, we've been to France, Italy, Spain and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Role Profile The Senior Finance Business Analyst (SFBA) is a key role within the TS&S Finance team part of Global Support. You will work closely with the management team of the TS&S Practices and the TS&S finance business partner. You will also work alongside other members of the GS finance team, the wider GBS team on occasion with other divisional finance teams. Operating in a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, the SFBA uses insight and analytical skills to support the management of the business, constructively challenging and influencing where necessary. Key Responsibilities The SFBA is expected to assume the following key responsibilities plus any other reasonable duties as required: o Supporting the Lead FBP o Working with the Lead FBP to provide support to the Business and Finance o Work on ad hoc projects based on Business / Finance needs. o Working closely with HR and Procurement to understand the Business to provide a joint up approach o Run the month end process on behalf the FBP, co-ordinating with the Towers and Sub Towers o Produce stakeholder packs, preparing slide decks and ad hoc analysis under the guidance of the Lead FBP. o Maintain Risk and Opportunities tracker o Headcount / FTE reporting including FTE movement analysis and split of project and service roles o Provide bottom-up workforce planning build by individual reflecting latest view on new joiners & leavers (with link to Smart Recruiter system) plus attrition assumptions where necessary o Reconcile vacancies and agree with HR so both joined up o Provide bottom-up analysis on supplier costs - monitoring fixed and variable, committed and uncommitted costs o Review Accruals and Prepayments, maintain management reporting for the Lead FBP and central Finance. Monitor monthly costs and act as coordination point during Month End / Budget for submission into TM1 / SAPFC. o Production of insightful commentary, variance analysis and bridges o Build and maintain trackers on Run and Change, Work with PMO and PMs to check and challenge their forecasts o Working with Project Teams, PMO on Capex/ Opex project forecast plus commentary for project o Support the production of forecast / budget builds ensuring key assumptions, dependencies, risks, and opportunities are understood and articulated. Maintain a savings and headwinds tracker - provide updates each month on cost task /overlays as necessary o Working Capital forecast and budget submission o Prepare Balance Sheet reviews and returns o Act as point of contact on management recharges with Divisions, create and process intercompany tickets, review timesheet recharges o Support on audit queries o Month End and Forecast / Budget: o Working with the TSS Planning, other FBPs and SSC teams to provide a summary of position for month end and mid-month reports o Forecast / Budget submission in TM1 completed on time as per Divisional timetable o Completion of monthly stakeholder packs & workstream review packs o Annual Budget reporting including slide decks and ad hoc analysis o Complete FTE tagging and movement analysis o Working Capital forecast and budget submission o Change forecast plus commentary for Group/ PMO? Business review including phasing o Business Plan / 3 Year Plan (3YP) o Working alongside the Business Partner assist the build of the 3YP model, including comms on requirements and inputs to GBS team, and final submission in TM1/ SAPFC. o Provide analysis and content including slides and support. o Other o Build and maintain a good relationship with the TSS Finance team supporting the design, build and execution of operational processes that deliver accurate, timely, and insightful information. o Provide reporting on Ad hoc programmes / initiatives o Support the divisions vision and business strategy. Enforce and communicate Informa's Group Finance policy and ensure adequate governance & controls are in place. Support external and internal audits as needed. o Ensure data and process integrity is maintained o Actively support a culture of team engagement o Ensure a robust communication structure is in place to ensure all key messages are communicated. o Escalate team admin issues and feedback as necessary to FBP Qualifications o Excellent knowledge and understanding of Finance processes, systems, and ways of working. o Good knowledge of leadership, coaching and stakeholder management o Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Strong excel skills o A track record of continuous professional and management development o Ability to work with and support stakeholders in a global divisional environment o Able to demonstrate an innovative approach to work with enthusiasm and innovation, ability to drive move to global, consistent, and best practice ways of working o Able to provide robust challenge to managers around their performance, good commercial acumen o Self-starter with proactive nature, and ability to work autonomously under limited supervision o Good influencing skills, ability to deal with conflict and drive change o Ability to thrive in a dynamic, complex, and uncertain environment o Good project management & prioritisation skills. o Good communication and stakeholder management skills, ability to write reports and create PowerPoint presentations in a succinct and direct manner o Credibility and professional integrity to work with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation has context menu Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Dec 03, 2024
Contractor
Role Profile The Senior Finance Business Analyst (SFBA) is a key role within the TS&S Finance team part of Global Support. You will work closely with the management team of the TS&S Practices and the TS&S finance business partner. You will also work alongside other members of the GS finance team, the wider GBS team on occasion with other divisional finance teams. Operating in a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, the SFBA uses insight and analytical skills to support the management of the business, constructively challenging and influencing where necessary. Key Responsibilities The SFBA is expected to assume the following key responsibilities plus any other reasonable duties as required: o Supporting the Lead FBP o Working with the Lead FBP to provide support to the Business and Finance o Work on ad hoc projects based on Business / Finance needs. o Working closely with HR and Procurement to understand the Business to provide a joint up approach o Run the month end process on behalf the FBP, co-ordinating with the Towers and Sub Towers o Produce stakeholder packs, preparing slide decks and ad hoc analysis under the guidance of the Lead FBP. o Maintain Risk and Opportunities tracker o Headcount / FTE reporting including FTE movement analysis and split of project and service roles o Provide bottom-up workforce planning build by individual reflecting latest view on new joiners & leavers (with link to Smart Recruiter system) plus attrition assumptions where necessary o Reconcile vacancies and agree with HR so both joined up o Provide bottom-up analysis on supplier costs - monitoring fixed and variable, committed and uncommitted costs o Review Accruals and Prepayments, maintain management reporting for the Lead FBP and central Finance. Monitor monthly costs and act as coordination point during Month End / Budget for submission into TM1 / SAPFC. o Production of insightful commentary, variance analysis and bridges o Build and maintain trackers on Run and Change, Work with PMO and PMs to check and challenge their forecasts o Working with Project Teams, PMO on Capex/ Opex project forecast plus commentary for project o Support the production of forecast / budget builds ensuring key assumptions, dependencies, risks, and opportunities are understood and articulated. Maintain a savings and headwinds tracker - provide updates each month on cost task /overlays as necessary o Working Capital forecast and budget submission o Prepare Balance Sheet reviews and returns o Act as point of contact on management recharges with Divisions, create and process intercompany tickets, review timesheet recharges o Support on audit queries o Month End and Forecast / Budget: o Working with the TSS Planning, other FBPs and SSC teams to provide a summary of position for month end and mid-month reports o Forecast / Budget submission in TM1 completed on time as per Divisional timetable o Completion of monthly stakeholder packs & workstream review packs o Annual Budget reporting including slide decks and ad hoc analysis o Complete FTE tagging and movement analysis o Working Capital forecast and budget submission o Change forecast plus commentary for Group/ PMO? Business review including phasing o Business Plan / 3 Year Plan (3YP) o Working alongside the Business Partner assist the build of the 3YP model, including comms on requirements and inputs to GBS team, and final submission in TM1/ SAPFC. o Provide analysis and content including slides and support. o Other o Build and maintain a good relationship with the TSS Finance team supporting the design, build and execution of operational processes that deliver accurate, timely, and insightful information. o Provide reporting on Ad hoc programmes / initiatives o Support the divisions vision and business strategy. Enforce and communicate Informa's Group Finance policy and ensure adequate governance & controls are in place. Support external and internal audits as needed. o Ensure data and process integrity is maintained o Actively support a culture of team engagement o Ensure a robust communication structure is in place to ensure all key messages are communicated. o Escalate team admin issues and feedback as necessary to FBP Qualifications o Excellent knowledge and understanding of Finance processes, systems, and ways of working. o Good knowledge of leadership, coaching and stakeholder management o Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Strong excel skills o A track record of continuous professional and management development o Ability to work with and support stakeholders in a global divisional environment o Able to demonstrate an innovative approach to work with enthusiasm and innovation, ability to drive move to global, consistent, and best practice ways of working o Able to provide robust challenge to managers around their performance, good commercial acumen o Self-starter with proactive nature, and ability to work autonomously under limited supervision o Good influencing skills, ability to deal with conflict and drive change o Ability to thrive in a dynamic, complex, and uncertain environment o Good project management & prioritisation skills. o Good communication and stakeholder management skills, ability to write reports and create PowerPoint presentations in a succinct and direct manner o Credibility and professional integrity to work with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation has context menu Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Are you a finance professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and transform a company's financial operations? Are you looking for an exciting new company landscape working with the likes of HMV, YO!, Optibac & De Beers? If so, we want to hear from you. Role info: Finance Manager Witney, Oxfordshire Office Based + Hybrid Flex Potential Up to £55,000 FTE (Pro-Rata for Part Time) Plus Great Benefits & Perks Product / Service: We build Mid to Enterprise CMS systems, eCommerce platforms, Web Applications Clients: HMV, YO!, Optibac, De Beers, Oxford Brookes University and more Your Skills: Financial Reporting, Analysis, Accounting Operations, Compliance, Payroll Delivering engaging transformational digital solutions at speed: Founded in 2010, we are extremely proud to be recognised as an award-winning, leading and accredited UK Microsoft Gold Partner, Kentico Xperience Gold Partner with Quality Expert status, and Kontent Premium Partner. Our main studio is based in Witney, Oxfordshire, and our team of experts continue to this day to practise our founding partners focus and ethos. Whether it be a mid-tier web or enterprise level eCommerce solution, we curate purposeful and performant digital online experiences that deliver commercial impact. We work together and learn from each other to craft award-winning digital projects for our clients that ultimately make their customers happy. We adopt a robust collaborative approach with all our clients to capture and explore ideas, unearth key goals, and provide honest direction. Cultural fit is incredibly important to us as when we're aligned everything in the world feels just that little bit better, so we're building a new delivery team around our trusted values: Integrity - we do the right thing Collaborative - we work together Confident - we demonstrate our expertise Attentive - we pay attention to detail and are supportive Inquisitive - we do not make assumptions The Finance Manager Opportunity: As Finance Manager, you'll be at the heart of our business, taking full control and overall responsibility for our accounts and finances. You'll provide crucial financial and commercial analysis to our Director and Senior Management Team, helping to optimise our financial position and drive growth. Key Responsibilities: + Delivering comprehensive financial reports to the Board and Senior Management Team + Managing cash flow and budgets + Conducting financial forecasting and collaborating with department heads to manage P&Ls + Overseeing accounts receivable and payable functions + Controlling general ledger functions + Managing company bank accounts and supplier payments + Ensuring compliance with HMRC, Companies House, and business rates requirements + Overseeing all aspects of payroll, including PAYE and employee benefit schemes + Providing financial insights and recommendations to senior management + Maintaining robust financial systems to support current operations and future growth + Supporting financial oversight of the redevelopment of new office spaces + Assisting the HR function as needed + Offering analytical skills to support the wider business About You: We value individuals who are passionate about finance and have an analytical mind that seeks to solve problems and provide actionable recommendations. You might also have: + An AAT or ACCA qualification + Proven experience running a start-to-finish finance function + Strong numerical skills + Excellent attention to detail + Outstanding communication and presentation abilities + Proficient in Xero and Microsoft Office 365 What's on Offer: + 25-30 days leave + Private medical + Contributory pension + EV leasing + Hybrid working + And more ! Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include: Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Operations Manager, Finance Business Partner, Senior Financial Analyst. Sound like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner Recruitment Revolution on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Dec 02, 2024
Full time
Are you a finance professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and transform a company's financial operations? Are you looking for an exciting new company landscape working with the likes of HMV, YO!, Optibac & De Beers? If so, we want to hear from you. Role info: Finance Manager Witney, Oxfordshire Office Based + Hybrid Flex Potential Up to £55,000 FTE (Pro-Rata for Part Time) Plus Great Benefits & Perks Product / Service: We build Mid to Enterprise CMS systems, eCommerce platforms, Web Applications Clients: HMV, YO!, Optibac, De Beers, Oxford Brookes University and more Your Skills: Financial Reporting, Analysis, Accounting Operations, Compliance, Payroll Delivering engaging transformational digital solutions at speed: Founded in 2010, we are extremely proud to be recognised as an award-winning, leading and accredited UK Microsoft Gold Partner, Kentico Xperience Gold Partner with Quality Expert status, and Kontent Premium Partner. Our main studio is based in Witney, Oxfordshire, and our team of experts continue to this day to practise our founding partners focus and ethos. Whether it be a mid-tier web or enterprise level eCommerce solution, we curate purposeful and performant digital online experiences that deliver commercial impact. We work together and learn from each other to craft award-winning digital projects for our clients that ultimately make their customers happy. We adopt a robust collaborative approach with all our clients to capture and explore ideas, unearth key goals, and provide honest direction. Cultural fit is incredibly important to us as when we're aligned everything in the world feels just that little bit better, so we're building a new delivery team around our trusted values: Integrity - we do the right thing Collaborative - we work together Confident - we demonstrate our expertise Attentive - we pay attention to detail and are supportive Inquisitive - we do not make assumptions The Finance Manager Opportunity: As Finance Manager, you'll be at the heart of our business, taking full control and overall responsibility for our accounts and finances. You'll provide crucial financial and commercial analysis to our Director and Senior Management Team, helping to optimise our financial position and drive growth. Key Responsibilities: + Delivering comprehensive financial reports to the Board and Senior Management Team + Managing cash flow and budgets + Conducting financial forecasting and collaborating with department heads to manage P&Ls + Overseeing accounts receivable and payable functions + Controlling general ledger functions + Managing company bank accounts and supplier payments + Ensuring compliance with HMRC, Companies House, and business rates requirements + Overseeing all aspects of payroll, including PAYE and employee benefit schemes + Providing financial insights and recommendations to senior management + Maintaining robust financial systems to support current operations and future growth + Supporting financial oversight of the redevelopment of new office spaces + Assisting the HR function as needed + Offering analytical skills to support the wider business About You: We value individuals who are passionate about finance and have an analytical mind that seeks to solve problems and provide actionable recommendations. You might also have: + An AAT or ACCA qualification + Proven experience running a start-to-finish finance function + Strong numerical skills + Excellent attention to detail + Outstanding communication and presentation abilities + Proficient in Xero and Microsoft Office 365 What's on Offer: + 25-30 days leave + Private medical + Contributory pension + EV leasing + Hybrid working + And more ! Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include: Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Operations Manager, Finance Business Partner, Senior Financial Analyst. Sound like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner Recruitment Revolution on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Are you a recent finance professional ready to make your mark? Our client is on the lookout for a motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join their expanding team. In this newly created role, you'll partner with the Director of Strategy, Finance Director, and business general managers to unlock profitable growth. Your analytical skills will help the company uncover valuable insights and guide strategic commercial decisions. If you thrive on detail and adaptability, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Our client doesn't just connect cables-they're connecting ideas, innovation, and communities. As a leader in bespoke cable assemblies, integrated cabinets, and managed services, they empower engineers across diverse industries, fueling the transformation of smart cities. Their commitment to growth isn't just about their business; it's about investing in people, fostering a culture of success, and making a positive impact on the environment and stakeholders. Join them on this exciting journey as they drive innovation and productivity! Your Role Will Include: Forecasting & Reporting: Analyse sales and margins across all business units, collaborating closely with general managers. Performance Analysis: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on sales, bookings, and margins to keep the team informed. Sales Funnel Insights: Participate in sales funnel reviews, providing metrics on new projects and contract opportunities. Efficiency Analysis: Examine labour efficiencies and material spending to identify trends and variances. KPI Preparation: Compile monthly KPI and TTI reports for strategic review meetings, analysing gaps in plans. Cross-Departmental Support: Assist the accounts team with management accounts and sales ledger preparations. Strategic Planning Support: Contribute to the annual strategic planning and budgeting processes. Balanced Scorecard Development: Help establish metrics for financial, operational, commercial, and sustainability performance. Market Research: Engage in market analysis activities and track key data to benchmark our performance against competitors. What You Bring: Fully qualified or nearly qualified chartered accountant (CIMA preferred). Advanced Excel skills are a must! Familiarity with SQL and databases is a plus. Experience with Infor is beneficial, though not essential. Strong ability to manipulate and present data for actionable insights. Excellent communication skills to effectively influence senior managers. Key Attributes: Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Strong communicator who adapts to various media and audiences. Resilient and composed under pressure. Eager to grow and develop alongside the company. Team player who also thrives independently. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values innovation and teamwork, our client wants to hear from you! Attach your CV to the link provided and they will be in contact.
Dec 02, 2024
Full time
Are you a recent finance professional ready to make your mark? Our client is on the lookout for a motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join their expanding team. In this newly created role, you'll partner with the Director of Strategy, Finance Director, and business general managers to unlock profitable growth. Your analytical skills will help the company uncover valuable insights and guide strategic commercial decisions. If you thrive on detail and adaptability, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Our client doesn't just connect cables-they're connecting ideas, innovation, and communities. As a leader in bespoke cable assemblies, integrated cabinets, and managed services, they empower engineers across diverse industries, fueling the transformation of smart cities. Their commitment to growth isn't just about their business; it's about investing in people, fostering a culture of success, and making a positive impact on the environment and stakeholders. Join them on this exciting journey as they drive innovation and productivity! Your Role Will Include: Forecasting & Reporting: Analyse sales and margins across all business units, collaborating closely with general managers. Performance Analysis: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on sales, bookings, and margins to keep the team informed. Sales Funnel Insights: Participate in sales funnel reviews, providing metrics on new projects and contract opportunities. Efficiency Analysis: Examine labour efficiencies and material spending to identify trends and variances. KPI Preparation: Compile monthly KPI and TTI reports for strategic review meetings, analysing gaps in plans. Cross-Departmental Support: Assist the accounts team with management accounts and sales ledger preparations. Strategic Planning Support: Contribute to the annual strategic planning and budgeting processes. Balanced Scorecard Development: Help establish metrics for financial, operational, commercial, and sustainability performance. Market Research: Engage in market analysis activities and track key data to benchmark our performance against competitors. What You Bring: Fully qualified or nearly qualified chartered accountant (CIMA preferred). Advanced Excel skills are a must! Familiarity with SQL and databases is a plus. Experience with Infor is beneficial, though not essential. Strong ability to manipulate and present data for actionable insights. Excellent communication skills to effectively influence senior managers. Key Attributes: Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Strong communicator who adapts to various media and audiences. Resilient and composed under pressure. Eager to grow and develop alongside the company. Team player who also thrives independently. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values innovation and teamwork, our client wants to hear from you! Attach your CV to the link provided and they will be in contact.
Job description We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Job title: Senior Market Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton (Hybrid) Salary: up to £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analyst to support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping us make informed investment decisions by providing in-depth market analysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, and forecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior Market Intelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, and Commercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensure we have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particular focus on the education sector and special needs units. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends, particularly focusing on the education sector and special needs units. Analyse potential market demand and complexity for various sectors, including further education. Identify addressable markets and create comprehensive market analysis reports to guide management decisions. Project Involvement: Lead market research for key projects by analysing different segments and geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams to gather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategic goals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Finance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reports such as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for better decision-making. Work closely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director) to advise on market trends and recommend strategic moves. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis or research, ideally within the education or special needs sector. Understanding of investment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trend analysis. Previous experience working directly with senior leadership and influencing decision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysis tools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial models. Experience working with large datasets and generating actionable insights from complex data. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clear values Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships and attitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and external contacts Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience and clarity Highly motivated and resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for Outcomes First Group At all times promote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subject to change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. Our VisionWe believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world. Our MissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselves and each other We work together and we make things happen. Our Promise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Equal Opportunities View Job Description Here
Dec 01, 2024
Full time
Job description We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Job title: Senior Market Intelligence Analyst Location: Bolton (Hybrid) Salary: up to £80,000 per annum Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm , Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Market Intelligence Analyst to support our growing business. This role is crucial in helping us make informed investment decisions by providing in-depth market analysis, understanding sub-segments, demographic trends, and forecasting opportunities in new markets. The Senior Market Intelligence Analyst will work closely with the COO, CFO, and Commercial Director to shape our investment strategies and ensure we have a thorough understanding of the markets, with a particular focus on the education sector and special needs units. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research on new segments, demographics, and trends, particularly focusing on the education sector and special needs units. Analyse potential market demand and complexity for various sectors, including further education. Identify addressable markets and create comprehensive market analysis reports to guide management decisions. Project Involvement: Lead market research for key projects by analysing different segments and geographies to assess opportunities. Work directly with the FP&A and BI teams to gather, analyse, and interpret data relevant to our strategic goals. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Finance teams to build a robust dataset (including annual reports such as Ofsted data) and to provide insights for better decision-making. Work closely with senior leadership (COO, CFO, and Commercial Director) to advise on market trends and recommend strategic moves. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. Experience: Proven experience in market analysis or research, ideally within the education or special needs sector. Understanding of investment processes, market segmentation, and demographic trend analysis. Previous experience working directly with senior leadership and influencing decision-making processes is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in market analysis tools and business intelligence platforms. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial models. Experience working with large datasets and generating actionable insights from complex data. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems. QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS: Hold and articulate clear values Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviours, positive relationships and attitudes towards colleagues, and wider internal and external contacts Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity, resilience and clarity Highly motivated and resilient ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Act as an ambassador for Outcomes First Group At all times promote and comply with organisations commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety Please note the role specification is subject to change as part of the dynamic nature of the business. Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. Our VisionWe believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world. Our MissionEvery day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning. Our Promise We are kind to ourselves and each other We work together and we make things happen. Our Promise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together, and behave. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Equal Opportunities View Job Description Here
At Optimizely, we're on a mission to help people unlock their digital potential. We do that by reinventing how marketing and product teams work to create and optimize digital experiences across all channels. With Optimizely One, our industry-first operating system for marketers, we offer teams flexibility and choice to build their stack their way with our fully SaaS, fully decoupled, and highly composable solution. We are proud to help more than 10,000 businesses, including H&M, PayPal, Zoom, and Toyota, enrich their customer lifetime value, increase revenue and grow their brands. Our innovation and excellence have earned us numerous recognitions as a leader by industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC, reinforcing our role as a trailblazer in MarTech. At our core, we believe work is about more than just numbers it's about the people. Our culture is dynamic and constantly evolving, shaped by every employee, their actions and their stories. With over 1500 Optimizers spread across 12 global locations, our diverse team embodies the "One Optimizely" spirit, emphasizing collaboration and continuous improvement, while fostering a culture where every voice is heard and valued. Join us and become part of a company that's empowering people to unlock their digital potential! The Director of Order to Cash is an analytical and process-driven leader responsible for overseeing all functions and workflow of the order process, including order review, billing, and collections. The role requires experience in high-growth SaaS environments and working closely with senior leadership in both the customer acquisition (sales) and customer retention (renewals) teams, accounting, customer success, and product teams. This is a leadership position reporting to the Senior Director, Commercial Finance. Job Responsibilities Direct oversight and responsibility for order management, billing, and day-to-day collection activities, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Collaborate with GTM Operations, Sales Operations, Deal Desk, Sales, Customer Success, and Accounting to ensure orders are approved for processing and meet all compliance and processing requirements. A key member of the opportunity to cash team. Engage in transformation efforts by identifying enhancements, garnering support, aligning stakeholders, drafting requirements, and overseeing change management. Lead, nurture, and mentor a diverse team of 15+ direct and indirect staff. Manage the Order Management team processes to ensure accuracy of orders in NetSuite, and drive team for timely completion of month-end close activities. Oversee the preparation, issuance, and tracking of invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness. Assist the Sr. Accounts Receivable Manager in developing and executing collection strategies to minimize outstanding receivables. Oversee the monthly billing and AR close process to meet corporate accounting close timelines. Regularly publish insightful performance dashboards including volumes, accuracy, rework, and compliance. Build trusting relationships with sales, renewals, accounting, and IT business partners and engage key stakeholders in regular communication. Share insights on business trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Lead process improvement and other system implementation projects related to the order to cash cycle. Work collaboratively with Data Services and FP&A to report monthly ARR results. Knowledge and Experience Minimum 7 years of concentrated experience in order to cash process. Microsoft office suite. NetSuite experience, experience with Zones Billing a plus. Strong executive presence with proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives. Data driven with proven success leveraging data and analytics to inform and shape policy and decisions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Leadership capacity to resolve complex problems within a cross-functional environment. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-service-oriented collaborative team environment. Ability to work well independently, in a team environment, and with remote employees. Ability to coach and mentor team members. Strong sense of ownership and urgency. Extremely detail-oriented. Strong organization skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Follow outlined policies and procedures, make recommendations for and implement process changes. Education Bachelor's degree or comparable industry experience, accounting experience desired. Optimizely is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Optimizely is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Nov 30, 2024
Full time
At Optimizely, we're on a mission to help people unlock their digital potential. We do that by reinventing how marketing and product teams work to create and optimize digital experiences across all channels. With Optimizely One, our industry-first operating system for marketers, we offer teams flexibility and choice to build their stack their way with our fully SaaS, fully decoupled, and highly composable solution. We are proud to help more than 10,000 businesses, including H&M, PayPal, Zoom, and Toyota, enrich their customer lifetime value, increase revenue and grow their brands. Our innovation and excellence have earned us numerous recognitions as a leader by industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC, reinforcing our role as a trailblazer in MarTech. At our core, we believe work is about more than just numbers it's about the people. Our culture is dynamic and constantly evolving, shaped by every employee, their actions and their stories. With over 1500 Optimizers spread across 12 global locations, our diverse team embodies the "One Optimizely" spirit, emphasizing collaboration and continuous improvement, while fostering a culture where every voice is heard and valued. Join us and become part of a company that's empowering people to unlock their digital potential! The Director of Order to Cash is an analytical and process-driven leader responsible for overseeing all functions and workflow of the order process, including order review, billing, and collections. The role requires experience in high-growth SaaS environments and working closely with senior leadership in both the customer acquisition (sales) and customer retention (renewals) teams, accounting, customer success, and product teams. This is a leadership position reporting to the Senior Director, Commercial Finance. Job Responsibilities Direct oversight and responsibility for order management, billing, and day-to-day collection activities, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Collaborate with GTM Operations, Sales Operations, Deal Desk, Sales, Customer Success, and Accounting to ensure orders are approved for processing and meet all compliance and processing requirements. A key member of the opportunity to cash team. Engage in transformation efforts by identifying enhancements, garnering support, aligning stakeholders, drafting requirements, and overseeing change management. Lead, nurture, and mentor a diverse team of 15+ direct and indirect staff. Manage the Order Management team processes to ensure accuracy of orders in NetSuite, and drive team for timely completion of month-end close activities. Oversee the preparation, issuance, and tracking of invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness. Assist the Sr. Accounts Receivable Manager in developing and executing collection strategies to minimize outstanding receivables. Oversee the monthly billing and AR close process to meet corporate accounting close timelines. Regularly publish insightful performance dashboards including volumes, accuracy, rework, and compliance. Build trusting relationships with sales, renewals, accounting, and IT business partners and engage key stakeholders in regular communication. Share insights on business trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Lead process improvement and other system implementation projects related to the order to cash cycle. Work collaboratively with Data Services and FP&A to report monthly ARR results. Knowledge and Experience Minimum 7 years of concentrated experience in order to cash process. Microsoft office suite. NetSuite experience, experience with Zones Billing a plus. Strong executive presence with proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives. Data driven with proven success leveraging data and analytics to inform and shape policy and decisions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Leadership capacity to resolve complex problems within a cross-functional environment. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-service-oriented collaborative team environment. Ability to work well independently, in a team environment, and with remote employees. Ability to coach and mentor team members. Strong sense of ownership and urgency. Extremely detail-oriented. Strong organization skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Follow outlined policies and procedures, make recommendations for and implement process changes. Education Bachelor's degree or comparable industry experience, accounting experience desired. Optimizely is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Optimizely is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Leading Renewable Energy Provider require a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Sustainability & Commercial Data Analyst to join their team in the energy sector. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their sustainability initiatives and Commercial reporting by managing and analysing data related to Regulatory and weekly KPI reporting. Client Details Leading Renewable Energy Provider Description Leading Renewable Energy Provider require a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Sustainability & Commercial Data Analyst to join their team in the energy sector. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their sustainability initiatives and Commercial reporting by managing and analysing data related to Regulatory and weekly KPI reporting. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in data management tools, and a passion for sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Data Collection and Management: Gather, clean, and maintain sustainability data from various sources. Ensure data accuracy and integrity for Regulatory reporting and internal KPI tracking. Regulatory Reporting: Prepare and submit regular reports to the Regulator, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Monitor changes in regulations and update reporting processes accordingly. KPI Reporting: Develop and maintain weekly KPI dashboards to track sustainability performance. Analyse trends and provide insights to support decision-making. Data Analysis: Perform detailed data analysis to identify opportunities for improving sustainability performance. Generate reports and visualizations in Power BI to communicate findings to stakeholders. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather data and implement sustainability initiatives. Support the Head of Finance & Sustainability in developing and executing sustainability strategies. Key Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience in data analysis, working with complex data from a variety of sources Experience with data visualization tools, ideally Power BI or similar Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and sustainability metrics (desirable but not essential) Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Profile Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience in data analysis, working with complex data from a variety of sources Experience with data visualization tools, ideally Power BI or similar Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and sustainability metrics (desirable but not essential) Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Job Offer Opportunity to deliver enhanced analytics capability Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding Renewable Energy company
Nov 30, 2024
Full time
Leading Renewable Energy Provider require a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Sustainability & Commercial Data Analyst to join their team in the energy sector. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their sustainability initiatives and Commercial reporting by managing and analysing data related to Regulatory and weekly KPI reporting. Client Details Leading Renewable Energy Provider Description Leading Renewable Energy Provider require a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Sustainability & Commercial Data Analyst to join their team in the energy sector. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their sustainability initiatives and Commercial reporting by managing and analysing data related to Regulatory and weekly KPI reporting. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in data management tools, and a passion for sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Data Collection and Management: Gather, clean, and maintain sustainability data from various sources. Ensure data accuracy and integrity for Regulatory reporting and internal KPI tracking. Regulatory Reporting: Prepare and submit regular reports to the Regulator, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Monitor changes in regulations and update reporting processes accordingly. KPI Reporting: Develop and maintain weekly KPI dashboards to track sustainability performance. Analyse trends and provide insights to support decision-making. Data Analysis: Perform detailed data analysis to identify opportunities for improving sustainability performance. Generate reports and visualizations in Power BI to communicate findings to stakeholders. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather data and implement sustainability initiatives. Support the Head of Finance & Sustainability in developing and executing sustainability strategies. Key Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience in data analysis, working with complex data from a variety of sources Experience with data visualization tools, ideally Power BI or similar Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and sustainability metrics (desirable but not essential) Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Profile Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience in data analysis, working with complex data from a variety of sources Experience with data visualization tools, ideally Power BI or similar Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and sustainability metrics (desirable but not essential) Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Job Offer Opportunity to deliver enhanced analytics capability Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding Renewable Energy company
About the role At Tesco, we believe in the power of spending more time together, face to face, than apart. So, during your working week, you can expect to spend 60% of your time in one of our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. We also recognise that life looks a little different for each of us. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. That's why at Tesco, we always welcome a conversation about flexible working. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support. About Data Product The Data Product team builds and manages Tesco's big data and analytical data platforms. They work across all the business domains - Customer, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial etc and are responsible to ensure core data availability on the platform for data science and analytics. You will be responsible for As a Senior Product Manager - Data & AI, you are responsible for a set of complex and company strategic products and will drive product vision, strategy and execution. This role will focus on addressing the needs of data creators, consumers and decision makers working across Tesco stores and business operations; with a strong focus on leveraging AI to accelerate these areas. Your products will enable thousands of users to understand the data powering Tesco's business and uncover new insights: improving the speed and quality of decision making throughout the organisation. Responsibilities include: Ownership of a product domain within a wider portfolio and involving multiple internal/external stakeholders to drive the Product strategy and execution for that area Formulate the vision, strategy and roadmap (direction, outcomes, product mix, new products, retirement of old products), and work with others in aligning the strategic priorities, dependencies and roadmap across the product portfolio; representing this to senior leadership stakeholders across the organisation Collaborate with 3rd parties and external partners to deliver best-in-class solutions for users Own organisation-wide product discovery into user needs and external market/trends to identify and prioritise product opportunities Plan and co-ordinate significant product development efforts following agile best practices Communicate user needs and business outcomes to the engineering team and support breaking down complex work Deeply understand your user personas, stakeholders and the wider organisation Accountable for the impact of the product and work towards achieving measurable outcomes using OKRs Lead continuous discovery for new and existing products/features, collaborating with engineering teams to experiment and validate hypothesis Provide leadership and direction to cross functional team(s) on priorities Provide support and coaching across the product community and contribute to continuous improvement of product management practices You will need Leading the product management of complex technology products, and have a clear understanding of managing domain boundaries across a large organisation Experience building-out new products and platforms in coordination with data science, engineering, analysts and business teams Background in analytics/insight with experience enabling data consumers & decision makers desirable Understanding of trends and opportunities in the AI space and experience leveraging AI in your products Continuous product discovery methodologies Leveraging the OKR framework to deliver user & business outcomes A methodical/analytical approach and great problem-solving skills Attitude and the aptitude to learn new a product area/domain quickly Team player who could work collaboratively with other members of the team and different teams Ownership, responsiveness and commitment towards assigned work Strong decision making and prioritization skills, guided by data, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved and fast-paced decisions are required Empathy and good listening skills to understand the needs/ pain points of your customers/ stakeholders Strong communicator with ability to lead presentations/workshops with a variety of stakeholders to achieve a desired outcome What's in it for you We're all about the little helps. That's why we make sure our Tesco colleague benefits package takes care of you - both in and out of work. Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays) Private medical insurance 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years' service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing About us Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is 'Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day'. Serving means more than a transactional relationship with our customers. It means acting as a responsible and sustainable business for all stakeholders, for the communities we are part of and for the planet. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Tesco means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome . We're proud to have been accredited Disability Confident Leader and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please click here . We're a big business and we can offer a range of diverse full-time & part-time working patterns across our many business areas, which means that we can find something that works for you. We work in a more blended pattern - combining office and remote working. Our offices will continue to be where we connect, collaborate and innovate.
Nov 30, 2024
Full time
About the role At Tesco, we believe in the power of spending more time together, face to face, than apart. So, during your working week, you can expect to spend 60% of your time in one of our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. We also recognise that life looks a little different for each of us. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. That's why at Tesco, we always welcome a conversation about flexible working. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support. About Data Product The Data Product team builds and manages Tesco's big data and analytical data platforms. They work across all the business domains - Customer, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial etc and are responsible to ensure core data availability on the platform for data science and analytics. You will be responsible for As a Senior Product Manager - Data & AI, you are responsible for a set of complex and company strategic products and will drive product vision, strategy and execution. This role will focus on addressing the needs of data creators, consumers and decision makers working across Tesco stores and business operations; with a strong focus on leveraging AI to accelerate these areas. Your products will enable thousands of users to understand the data powering Tesco's business and uncover new insights: improving the speed and quality of decision making throughout the organisation. Responsibilities include: Ownership of a product domain within a wider portfolio and involving multiple internal/external stakeholders to drive the Product strategy and execution for that area Formulate the vision, strategy and roadmap (direction, outcomes, product mix, new products, retirement of old products), and work with others in aligning the strategic priorities, dependencies and roadmap across the product portfolio; representing this to senior leadership stakeholders across the organisation Collaborate with 3rd parties and external partners to deliver best-in-class solutions for users Own organisation-wide product discovery into user needs and external market/trends to identify and prioritise product opportunities Plan and co-ordinate significant product development efforts following agile best practices Communicate user needs and business outcomes to the engineering team and support breaking down complex work Deeply understand your user personas, stakeholders and the wider organisation Accountable for the impact of the product and work towards achieving measurable outcomes using OKRs Lead continuous discovery for new and existing products/features, collaborating with engineering teams to experiment and validate hypothesis Provide leadership and direction to cross functional team(s) on priorities Provide support and coaching across the product community and contribute to continuous improvement of product management practices You will need Leading the product management of complex technology products, and have a clear understanding of managing domain boundaries across a large organisation Experience building-out new products and platforms in coordination with data science, engineering, analysts and business teams Background in analytics/insight with experience enabling data consumers & decision makers desirable Understanding of trends and opportunities in the AI space and experience leveraging AI in your products Continuous product discovery methodologies Leveraging the OKR framework to deliver user & business outcomes A methodical/analytical approach and great problem-solving skills Attitude and the aptitude to learn new a product area/domain quickly Team player who could work collaboratively with other members of the team and different teams Ownership, responsiveness and commitment towards assigned work Strong decision making and prioritization skills, guided by data, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved and fast-paced decisions are required Empathy and good listening skills to understand the needs/ pain points of your customers/ stakeholders Strong communicator with ability to lead presentations/workshops with a variety of stakeholders to achieve a desired outcome What's in it for you We're all about the little helps. That's why we make sure our Tesco colleague benefits package takes care of you - both in and out of work. Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays) Private medical insurance 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years' service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing About us Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is 'Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day'. Serving means more than a transactional relationship with our customers. It means acting as a responsible and sustainable business for all stakeholders, for the communities we are part of and for the planet. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Tesco means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome . We're proud to have been accredited Disability Confident Leader and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please click here . We're a big business and we can offer a range of diverse full-time & part-time working patterns across our many business areas, which means that we can find something that works for you. We work in a more blended pattern - combining office and remote working. Our offices will continue to be where we connect, collaborate and innovate.
Role: Senior Orbital Analyst (Space Domain Awareness Orbital Analyst) Located: Farnborough Onsite: 2 or 3 days per week Salary: is depending on experience they aim to be competitive Responsibilities: We are currently seeking an SDA Orbital Analyst, to play a key role in monitoring, analysing, and predicting the behaviour of space objects. In this role you will develop and use analytical tools and processes to produce timely, high-quality data sets and products for military, civil and commercial decision-makers. You will collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary team of hardware and software engineers to develop SDA capabilities to meet the evolving demands of international space markets. You will also help to shape the SDA strategy; participate in proposal development; and create technical SDA solutions to meet key customer requirements. Planning, scheduling, and executing SDA sensor taskings to optimize the collection of relevant data. Interpreting, analysing, and fusing multi-source SDA data, from both space-based and ground based RF and optical systems. Developing decision-quality data products within operationally relevant timescales to meet customer requirements. Developing new analytical tools and/or processes to maximise the potential of GES sensor and data platform capabilities. Engaging with existing and potential customers to tailor SDA solutions to their needs. Providing technical SDA advice to the business development and marketing teams. Monitoring relevant SDA marketplaces and uploading product offerings. Providing technical consulting services in support of projects, programmes, and operational experimentation. Authoring technical documentation in support of bid proposals, consulting projects and product validation. Providing technical presentations and advice the Board and Senior Management Team when required. Experience needed: Minimum of 2+ years professional experience in Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST), Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and/or space system operations with a comprehensive understanding of SDA, Space Weather, and SST modelling and analysis. A bachelor's degree, ideally in a relevant field A comprehensive understanding of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and atmospheric physics. Broad understanding and experience in data analysis and analytical software utilisation including experience in the development of automated scripts and/or simple software products. Working knowledge of data mining, data analysis and data visualization tools. Skilled in the one or more of the following programming languages: Fortran, C/C++, Java, Matlab, Python, SQL, Javascript. Excellent communication skills An understanding of IT systems and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications. Able to hold SC security clearance. Desirable: Professional experience in the space industry or related field (e.g. RF engineering or radar development). Benefits: Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays Life Assurance Private Medical Cover Private Dental Cover Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Cover How to apply? Please send a CV to (url removed) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Nov 29, 2024
Full time
Role: Senior Orbital Analyst (Space Domain Awareness Orbital Analyst) Located: Farnborough Onsite: 2 or 3 days per week Salary: is depending on experience they aim to be competitive Responsibilities: We are currently seeking an SDA Orbital Analyst, to play a key role in monitoring, analysing, and predicting the behaviour of space objects. In this role you will develop and use analytical tools and processes to produce timely, high-quality data sets and products for military, civil and commercial decision-makers. You will collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary team of hardware and software engineers to develop SDA capabilities to meet the evolving demands of international space markets. You will also help to shape the SDA strategy; participate in proposal development; and create technical SDA solutions to meet key customer requirements. Planning, scheduling, and executing SDA sensor taskings to optimize the collection of relevant data. Interpreting, analysing, and fusing multi-source SDA data, from both space-based and ground based RF and optical systems. Developing decision-quality data products within operationally relevant timescales to meet customer requirements. Developing new analytical tools and/or processes to maximise the potential of GES sensor and data platform capabilities. Engaging with existing and potential customers to tailor SDA solutions to their needs. Providing technical SDA advice to the business development and marketing teams. Monitoring relevant SDA marketplaces and uploading product offerings. Providing technical consulting services in support of projects, programmes, and operational experimentation. Authoring technical documentation in support of bid proposals, consulting projects and product validation. Providing technical presentations and advice the Board and Senior Management Team when required. Experience needed: Minimum of 2+ years professional experience in Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST), Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and/or space system operations with a comprehensive understanding of SDA, Space Weather, and SST modelling and analysis. A bachelor's degree, ideally in a relevant field A comprehensive understanding of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and atmospheric physics. Broad understanding and experience in data analysis and analytical software utilisation including experience in the development of automated scripts and/or simple software products. Working knowledge of data mining, data analysis and data visualization tools. Skilled in the one or more of the following programming languages: Fortran, C/C++, Java, Matlab, Python, SQL, Javascript. Excellent communication skills An understanding of IT systems and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications. Able to hold SC security clearance. Desirable: Professional experience in the space industry or related field (e.g. RF engineering or radar development). Benefits: Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays Life Assurance Private Medical Cover Private Dental Cover Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Cover How to apply? Please send a CV to (url removed) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Job Title: Senior Finance Analyst Location: Stoke Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time Salary: 40,000 - 50,000per annum About Our Client: Our client, a leading organisation in their industry, is seeking a Senior Analyst to join their growing FP&A Team. This team plays a pivotal role in leveraging financial data to drive strategic business decisions, providing critical reports to Senior Management. Benefits & Perks: Hybrid working from home policy Gym membership Responsibilities: Develop and maintain financial models, analysing performance metrics and trends Evaluate the macroeconomic environment and report to relevant stakeholders Produce and report market share and competitor comparison analysis Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide financial insights Conduct various analyses and identify areas for process improvement Create and deliver reports and presentations to communicate financial findings and recommendations to stakeholders Respond to other analysis requests from various departments to support decision-making Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): ACCA or CIMA qualified with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or relevant commercial experience or actively studying Proven experience in financial analysis, modelling, and interpreting large datasets Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation abilities Self-driven with a proactive approach to tasks Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Experience in competitor benchmarking and market share comparison Knowledge of industry-specific financial analysis techniques Familiarity with ERP systems Technologies: Advanced Excel Financial modelling tools Data visualisation tools ERP systems How to Apply: If you have the required skills and qualifications and are interested in joining our client's team as an FP&A Analyst, please apply now. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Nov 29, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Senior Finance Analyst Location: Stoke Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time Salary: 40,000 - 50,000per annum About Our Client: Our client, a leading organisation in their industry, is seeking a Senior Analyst to join their growing FP&A Team. This team plays a pivotal role in leveraging financial data to drive strategic business decisions, providing critical reports to Senior Management. Benefits & Perks: Hybrid working from home policy Gym membership Responsibilities: Develop and maintain financial models, analysing performance metrics and trends Evaluate the macroeconomic environment and report to relevant stakeholders Produce and report market share and competitor comparison analysis Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide financial insights Conduct various analyses and identify areas for process improvement Create and deliver reports and presentations to communicate financial findings and recommendations to stakeholders Respond to other analysis requests from various departments to support decision-making Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): ACCA or CIMA qualified with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or relevant commercial experience or actively studying Proven experience in financial analysis, modelling, and interpreting large datasets Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation abilities Self-driven with a proactive approach to tasks Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience): Experience in competitor benchmarking and market share comparison Knowledge of industry-specific financial analysis techniques Familiarity with ERP systems Technologies: Advanced Excel Financial modelling tools Data visualisation tools ERP systems How to Apply: If you have the required skills and qualifications and are interested in joining our client's team as an FP&A Analyst, please apply now. We look forward to reviewing your application.
About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Within the Capital Management team, we are committed to shaping the financial future of Direct Line Group. Reporting to the Head of Capital and Reinsurance, you'll be part of a team of accomplished and experienced financial professionals with backgrounds across accounting, actuarial, forecasting, reinsurance and insurance, catastrophe modelling and climate science. Capital Management contributes to project teams across Finance and the wider Group, and works with external specialists and professional advisors (corporate brokers, reinsurance brokers, legal advisors etc.). What you'll be doing: To support the capital management function by providing analytical support across the capital management team. You will contribute to the management of the Group's balance sheet through the use of reinsurance, balance sheet structuring, exposure management and catastrophe modelling. You will work across Reinsurance, Corporate Insurance, Capital Management and Exposure Management depending on demand. Help produce several analytics across the capital management team as needed by senior members of the team. Help co-ordinate and manage tasks and projects as needed by senior members of the team. Support will include: Run catastrophe modelling software to help understand and advise on accumulation risks. Produce quarterly accumulation reports, highlighting important changes. Help develop scenario tests and other main risk indicators. Support our model validation programme by testing the performance of catastrophe models against our data and make recommendations about which models to use and adjustments to make so that these best match our risk profile. Provision of financial analysis, forecasts, data and reports. Produce management information for reinsurance and insurance renewals or claims. Support the production of solvency and liquidity monitoring. Support the production of the balance sheet and rating agency forecasts. Provide support for projects such as planning, governance, commercial and financial impact of change. What you'll need: We're looking for someone with a background in an analytical role who can support our Capital Management function and provide analytical support across the capital management team. You'll be able to manipulate and present data, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, driving tasks forward. We're looking for someone who shows curiosity, and if you already understand reinsurance, insurance, capital and exposure management concepts - so much the better! Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Eligible for annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Generous annual leave. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Let's grow your way. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder to shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. Visit
Nov 29, 2024
Full time
About Us At Direct Line Group, insurance is just the start. Combining decades of industry experience with talented people in every field from data, technology, customer care and auto repair, to HR, finance and procurement, we're a customer-obsessed market powerhouse. And we all work together to be brilliant for customers, every single day. Within the Capital Management team, we are committed to shaping the financial future of Direct Line Group. Reporting to the Head of Capital and Reinsurance, you'll be part of a team of accomplished and experienced financial professionals with backgrounds across accounting, actuarial, forecasting, reinsurance and insurance, catastrophe modelling and climate science. Capital Management contributes to project teams across Finance and the wider Group, and works with external specialists and professional advisors (corporate brokers, reinsurance brokers, legal advisors etc.). What you'll be doing: To support the capital management function by providing analytical support across the capital management team. You will contribute to the management of the Group's balance sheet through the use of reinsurance, balance sheet structuring, exposure management and catastrophe modelling. You will work across Reinsurance, Corporate Insurance, Capital Management and Exposure Management depending on demand. Help produce several analytics across the capital management team as needed by senior members of the team. Help co-ordinate and manage tasks and projects as needed by senior members of the team. Support will include: Run catastrophe modelling software to help understand and advise on accumulation risks. Produce quarterly accumulation reports, highlighting important changes. Help develop scenario tests and other main risk indicators. Support our model validation programme by testing the performance of catastrophe models against our data and make recommendations about which models to use and adjustments to make so that these best match our risk profile. Provision of financial analysis, forecasts, data and reports. Produce management information for reinsurance and insurance renewals or claims. Support the production of solvency and liquidity monitoring. Support the production of the balance sheet and rating agency forecasts. Provide support for projects such as planning, governance, commercial and financial impact of change. What you'll need: We're looking for someone with a background in an analytical role who can support our Capital Management function and provide analytical support across the capital management team. You'll be able to manipulate and present data, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, driving tasks forward. We're looking for someone who shows curiosity, and if you already understand reinsurance, insurance, capital and exposure management concepts - so much the better! Ways of Working Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working, offering flexibility for everyone. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but most colleagues are in 2 days a week, and we'll consider the flexible working options that work best for you. Benefits We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle: 9% employer contributed pension 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover Eligible for annual bonus of up to 10% EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way. Generous annual leave. Buy as you earn share scheme Employee discounts and cashback Plus many more Being yourself Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Let's grow your way. Collectively we help every business within our group aim higher. Standing shoulder to shoulder to stand out in the market, we want to be an insurance company of the future. And with so many areas to choose from, your ambitions are welcome here. Visit
Senior Commercial Finance Analyst - Retail & Ireland Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment? My client, a luxury FMCG/retailer is looking for a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst to join their dynamic commercial finance team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to make a real impact within my clients retail & Ireland business units, partnering closely with senior leadership to drive strategic insights and deliver meaningful change. What You'll Do: Be at the heart of financial transformation, aligning the Retail and Ireland operations with key business objectives. Provide cutting-edge decision support, create innovative forecasts, and enhance reporting processes. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts while collaborating with stakeholders to drive operational and financial success. Play a pivotal role in projects and process improvements, ensuring the team evolves with the business's ambitious growth trajectory. What We're Looking For: A commercial finance professional with a proven track record in Retail or FMCG. Strong analytical skills , hands-on experience with systems like SAP, Cognos, and Excel, and a forward-thinking approach to problem-solving. Someone who thrives in an environment of change, with the ability to lead projects and influence senior stakeholders. A leader who inspires teams and brings a collaborative approach to driving results. This is a stunning opportunity to work for an organisation that combines tradition with innovation, offering a supportive culture where you can excel professionally while enjoying significant benefits. This role is offered on a hybrid basis with occasional travel to Ireland. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Nov 28, 2024
Full time
Senior Commercial Finance Analyst - Retail & Ireland Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment? My client, a luxury FMCG/retailer is looking for a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst to join their dynamic commercial finance team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to make a real impact within my clients retail & Ireland business units, partnering closely with senior leadership to drive strategic insights and deliver meaningful change. What You'll Do: Be at the heart of financial transformation, aligning the Retail and Ireland operations with key business objectives. Provide cutting-edge decision support, create innovative forecasts, and enhance reporting processes. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts while collaborating with stakeholders to drive operational and financial success. Play a pivotal role in projects and process improvements, ensuring the team evolves with the business's ambitious growth trajectory. What We're Looking For: A commercial finance professional with a proven track record in Retail or FMCG. Strong analytical skills , hands-on experience with systems like SAP, Cognos, and Excel, and a forward-thinking approach to problem-solving. Someone who thrives in an environment of change, with the ability to lead projects and influence senior stakeholders. A leader who inspires teams and brings a collaborative approach to driving results. This is a stunning opportunity to work for an organisation that combines tradition with innovation, offering a supportive culture where you can excel professionally while enjoying significant benefits. This role is offered on a hybrid basis with occasional travel to Ireland. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Job Title: Cost Analyst Location: Durrington (Worthing), West Sussex Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (until August 25) Hours: Full time Salary: up to £33,000 per annum There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint! Job Overview To support the Finance Business Partner team to achieve or improve upon the directorate level operational cost budgets. This role will sit in either the Water or Waste Finance Business Partner teams and will deal with often large, complex data sets which will need to be manipulated and analysed. Recommendations for costs improvements / efficiencies will be presented to the Senior Finance Business Partner via clear, action driving reporting within the directed time-frames. Large data-set handling, manipulation and analysis. Understanding of and recommendations to improve underlying processes and systems that drive data sets via inputs from the finance systems team. Summarising and reporting on cost saving / efficiency opportunities. The ability to understand multiple systems and their interactions will be high advantageous. Other ad hoc duties About You Degree educated (or equivalent) and/or demonstrable experience and/or working towards a professional accounting qualification. Proven ability to work with data and produce meaningful analysis. Confident user of MS Excel and related systems The ability to understand multiple systems and their interactions will be high advantageous. Some experience of working with Finance stakeholders, providing commercial insight and advice. Package This role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid approach to working between our Durrington office and home. We are offering a salary of up to £33,000 per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including: Generous pension up to 11% company contribution 25 days annual leave (pro rata0 Life assurance equal to 4x salary Health Cash Plan Full funded eye tests Two paid volunteering days a year (pro rata) Occupational health service Discounts with over 800 popular retailers Digital GP service Join our Finance team and see how far your career could progress with a company committed to career progression, training and development opportunities, our customers and the environment.
Nov 28, 2024
Contractor
Job Title: Cost Analyst Location: Durrington (Worthing), West Sussex Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (until August 25) Hours: Full time Salary: up to £33,000 per annum There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint! Job Overview To support the Finance Business Partner team to achieve or improve upon the directorate level operational cost budgets. This role will sit in either the Water or Waste Finance Business Partner teams and will deal with often large, complex data sets which will need to be manipulated and analysed. Recommendations for costs improvements / efficiencies will be presented to the Senior Finance Business Partner via clear, action driving reporting within the directed time-frames. Large data-set handling, manipulation and analysis. Understanding of and recommendations to improve underlying processes and systems that drive data sets via inputs from the finance systems team. Summarising and reporting on cost saving / efficiency opportunities. The ability to understand multiple systems and their interactions will be high advantageous. Other ad hoc duties About You Degree educated (or equivalent) and/or demonstrable experience and/or working towards a professional accounting qualification. Proven ability to work with data and produce meaningful analysis. Confident user of MS Excel and related systems The ability to understand multiple systems and their interactions will be high advantageous. Some experience of working with Finance stakeholders, providing commercial insight and advice. Package This role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid approach to working between our Durrington office and home. We are offering a salary of up to £33,000 per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including: Generous pension up to 11% company contribution 25 days annual leave (pro rata0 Life assurance equal to 4x salary Health Cash Plan Full funded eye tests Two paid volunteering days a year (pro rata) Occupational health service Discounts with over 800 popular retailers Digital GP service Join our Finance team and see how far your career could progress with a company committed to career progression, training and development opportunities, our customers and the environment.
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Watford, Hertfordshire
Senior Financial Analyst Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid) Circa 65,000 + Bonus 6 Month Fixed Term Contract (Strong possibility of extension and permanent opportunities) We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Financial Analyst to join this global market leading business at a time of exciting growth, investment and innovation. The business is a truly progressive organisation which puts staff welfare and development at the heart of it's mission. This role will sit within the Commercial Finance team and has great exposure across the business and senior stakeholders. You will be tasked with providing financial insights, forecasts, and actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting while working cross-functionally to drive financial performance and accountability. What we are looking for: Applicants must have previous experience within a similar role such as Finance Business Partner, Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, or similar exposure to Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Must have previous experience within a large corporate or sizable business. Must have Advanced Excel skills and demonstrable experience of financial scenario analysis and financial modelling. Proficiency in financial system - e.g SAP, Oracle / Planning or Insight Tools Experience with visualisation tools like Power BI or Tableau would be an advantage. Previous business partnering skills with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. You will likely be a Qualified Accountant. Role In Detail: Financial Planning & Analysis: Develop, manage, and improve financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning. Perform monthly and quarterly variance analysis, comparing actuals against budgets and forecasts. Analyse trends in KPIs, revenues, costs, and other financial metrics to identify risks and opportunities. Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision-making. Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including dashboards, for senior leadership. Support the preparation of Board presentations and other stakeholder communications. Ensure data accuracy and consistency in financial reporting. Work closely with departments (e.g., operations, sales, marketing) to understand KPI drivers behind financial performance. Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and recommend improvements. Automate reporting processes using tools like Excel macros, Power BI, or Tableau. Collaboration: Partner with accounting teams during month-end close to ensure accurate financial results. Liaise with department heads to understand their financial needs and ensure alignment with the company's goals. Whilst this is initially a Fixed Term Contract the business is likely to keep talented individuals who can add value at a time of exciting growth and investment. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Nov 28, 2024
Full time
Senior Financial Analyst Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid) Circa 65,000 + Bonus 6 Month Fixed Term Contract (Strong possibility of extension and permanent opportunities) We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Financial Analyst to join this global market leading business at a time of exciting growth, investment and innovation. The business is a truly progressive organisation which puts staff welfare and development at the heart of it's mission. This role will sit within the Commercial Finance team and has great exposure across the business and senior stakeholders. You will be tasked with providing financial insights, forecasts, and actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting while working cross-functionally to drive financial performance and accountability. What we are looking for: Applicants must have previous experience within a similar role such as Finance Business Partner, Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, or similar exposure to Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Must have previous experience within a large corporate or sizable business. Must have Advanced Excel skills and demonstrable experience of financial scenario analysis and financial modelling. Proficiency in financial system - e.g SAP, Oracle / Planning or Insight Tools Experience with visualisation tools like Power BI or Tableau would be an advantage. Previous business partnering skills with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. You will likely be a Qualified Accountant. Role In Detail: Financial Planning & Analysis: Develop, manage, and improve financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning. Perform monthly and quarterly variance analysis, comparing actuals against budgets and forecasts. Analyse trends in KPIs, revenues, costs, and other financial metrics to identify risks and opportunities. Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision-making. Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including dashboards, for senior leadership. Support the preparation of Board presentations and other stakeholder communications. Ensure data accuracy and consistency in financial reporting. Work closely with departments (e.g., operations, sales, marketing) to understand KPI drivers behind financial performance. Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and recommend improvements. Automate reporting processes using tools like Excel macros, Power BI, or Tableau. Collaboration: Partner with accounting teams during month-end close to ensure accurate financial results. Liaise with department heads to understand their financial needs and ensure alignment with the company's goals. Whilst this is initially a Fixed Term Contract the business is likely to keep talented individuals who can add value at a time of exciting growth and investment. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
