Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Qualified finance professional – CCAB accounting qualification or equivalent experience in financial planning and accounting Proven ability to influence senior leaders and provide insight that drives decision-making. Experience in managing and developing large, diverse teams of analysts and business partners Experience designing and implementing reporting frameworks and MI systems Ability to lead complex projects and deliver results at pace. Additional criteria for all other applicants: Confident presenting and explaining complex financial information clearly at senior, up to board level Comfortable working in a large, multi-site organisation with a matrix structure and varied revenue streams. Experience influencing decisions while maintaining independence and integrity Financial Planning & Analysis DirectorYou’ll be part of a collaborative organisation that cares deeply about people, nature and places. We work flexibly, embrace change, and act responsibly to ensure we’re protecting our legacy. You’ll join a supportive senior leadership team where your voice matters, and your expertise will help shape the future. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You’ll be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.Reporting to the CFO, you’ll lead and inspire a team of 7 with a wider team of around 55, building capability and encouraging a culture of collaboration and inclusion. You’ll ensure your team delivers high-quality financial planning and insight that supports organisation decision making. You’ll take responsibility for our financial planning processes, including annual budgets and long-term forecasts, ensuring we allocate resources to achieve maximum value for money. You’ll provide clear, timely analysis and recommendations to the Executive Board and senior leaders, helping them focus on the issues that matter most. Innovation will be key as you’ll champion new approaches to financial reporting and analysis, introducing measures and tools that track performance and support our strategy. You’ll also develop a one-year plan and three-year vision for financial planning and insight. Building strong relationships will be central to your success as you’ll work organisation wide in a matrix structure, influencing at all levels and deputising for the CFO when required.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. Closing Date: 11 January 2025Interview Date: Interview dates will be confirmed at shortlisting stage, this will be a two stage interview process. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 168572IRC168572SwindonPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Jan 11th We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diversity and want our teams to reflect the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique perspective and experience to our team. We’re looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Director to join us to support in shaping our financial strategy and ensure we have the insight to make the best decisions for our people. You’ll lead a team of analysts and business partners, guiding them to deliver high-quality financial planning and analysis to support our strategy. The starting salary for this role is £110,000 and may increase based on your skills and experience. Internally you’ll be known as Financial Planning & Insight Director.FIN FinanceCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK110,000 pa