Job Description
Workplace: White City, London
The team
The Media & Entertainment Division operates a Partnering-led finance structure, reporting into the Director of Finance - M&E, supported by central services including Finance Operations (RTR, P2P, OTC, etc.), a Controllership team, and specialist finance functions.
The role
The Senior Finance Business Partner is responsible for providing strategic commercial and financial support to the Viewer Pillar within ITV's Media and Entertainment division. Partnering with the Chief Viewer Officer and supporting the Finance Director, this role oversees financial planning and performance across ITV's marketing, insights, SVOD, streaming, and distribution areas. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to expanding ITV's reach and viewership, delivering high-quality content to audiences worldwide.
This role involves driving performance within the Viewer Pillar by measuring outcomes through KPIs and financial metrics, forecasting future results, and supporting decision-making processes. It includes working with leadership to advance digital transformation and automation, optimizing investments in marketing, products, and data to enhance viewing figures. Additionally, the Finance Business Partner will analyze and support broader strategic decisions, prioritizing resources effectively.
The role collaborates with the wider Finance Community to add value, seeking technical support from Group Finance functions, the FP&A Centre of Excellence, and the Business Service Centre.
Key responsibilities
1. Build a comprehensive understanding of ITV finance processes and operations, acting as a key partner to the Chief Viewer Officer on commercial finance and performance, and integrating into the Viewer Leadership team.
2. Review, challenge, and prioritize investment cases, ensuring benefits are clearly articulated and delivered.
3. Manage costs strategically within the function, understanding key cost drivers and ensuring budget adherence.
4. Develop plans, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring timely and accurate performance reporting.
5. Drive performance through high-quality analysis and decision support, identifying new value opportunities.
6. Facilitate digital transformation, automation, and process streamlining across Finance and the Viewer Pillar.
7. Support the maximization of existing revenue streams, including SVOD and Distribution, and identify new commercial opportunities to support growth.
8. Lead motivation and development of team members, implementing clear succession plans.
9. Maintain a safe financial environment, ensuring compliance with Group policies.
Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)
* A broad finance background with a strong commercial partnering mindset focused on strategic priorities.
* Experience in delivering outcomes and managing transformation in complex, fast-paced matrix environments.
* Advanced financial, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
* Line management experience is essential.
Other key criteria
* Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, capable of engaging senior personnel credibly.
* Strong written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences.
* Experience in digital consumer, gaming, or media sectors is preferred.
About Us
Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in ITV's DNA. We are present in every UK home, our productions are globally renowned, and we are at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
Joining us means working in a fun environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real difference. Our size allows your impact to be felt within the business and beyond to millions of viewers.
Develop your skills, influence TV, and advance your career. Don't just watch it—be part of it. Join ITV.
About the Team
ITV is for everyone.
We encourage applications from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria and declare as disabled, we guarantee to progress you to the next stage* (subject to criteria).
We are happy to discuss support or adjustments needed during the application process. Contact us at talkingcareers@itv.com. More info about applying with a disability.
*Exceptions may apply based on application volume.
Because impactful individuals deserve recognition, ITV offers benefits including:
* Flexible working options
* Generous holiday allowance, with purchase options
* Annual bonus opportunity
* Competitive pension contributions
* Share schemes and wellbeing programs
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