Are you a finance leader with strategic vision, a strong grasp of financial planning and investment analysis, and the ability to see the bigger picture? We're looking for a Head of Strategic Initiatives to support the Director of Investment and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in delivering a high-quality long-term financial plan (LTFP), alongside strategic analysis and reporting across the Group.
This is a new and influential role, requiring someone who can take a high-level strategic view of the organisation, understanding how key decisions and investments affect both immediate performance and long-term financial sustainability.
You will lead the way on the financial evaluation of complex commercial initiatives, provide end-to-end support for corporate investments, and ensure our financial strategy aligns with the Group's broader objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership by maintaining and developing the long-term financial Business Plan, ensuring effective forward planning tools and reporting for the business and Board to manage risk and long-term capacity.
* Financial analysis and evaluation of strategic investment and business growth opportunities.
* Delivering end-to-end financial support for corporate investments and investment growth opportunities, including asset optimisation, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and major regeneration projects and other growth routes.
* Deliver a range of LTFP, financial modelling and related activities to support decision making for all aspects of Group Strategy and managing risk.
* Analyse and review the financial impact of new initiatives and strategic decisions on the overall organisational financial capacity.
* Oversee robust financial monitoring and reporting service for all group commercial and corporate investment activities.
* Managing the day to day running of the strategic initiatives function.
Some Things We Are Looking For
* Demonstrable management experience in finance / financial services in a large and complex organisation with substantial capital budgets.
* A CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent) is preferred; significant post-completion experience is essential.
* Thorough understanding of the technical, risk, commercial and strategic issues and implications arising from complex investment decisions.
* Strong experience of financial modelling and producing financial analysis for Strategic Investment decisions
* Knowledge and understanding of long term financial planning and investment appraisal methodologies
* Well-developed business management skills and understanding of delivering an excellent customer-based service in a complex organisation with both social and commercial activities
* Although home-based, you must be able to travel to our offices in Solihull and Worcester, typically 2–3 times per month.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to play a senior role in shaping strategic investment decisions and drive sustainable growth across a forward-thinking organisation. You'll contribute to shaping our long-term financial strategy, and be part of a collaborative, ambitious Finance team.
Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer
* Up to 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave
* Family-friendly policies, including generous maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption leave, and 3 days paid urgent domestic leave
* Medicash membership with employee assistance programme, discounted gym access, and exclusive discounts
* Health Cash Plan worth up to £1,700 per year for dental, optical, physio, and complementary therapies
* Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution (subject to employee contribution), including life assurance
* Learning and development opportunities
* Employee reward and recognition scheme, wellbeing hub, and retail discounts
Early applications are encouraged, as the vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date. First-stage interviews will be held virtually. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange a suitable time.
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