Job Summary
The Divisional Financial Director will provide strategic, financial and commercial intelligence to the Divisional Chairman/Chairwoman (DC) and Business Unit Management Teams (BUMTs) to ensure that the Group’s objectives are met through effective partnering, analysis and reporting. This is a key senior management position within both the Operational Leadership team of the Division and the Group Finance team.
Primary Responsibilities
Driving high levels of performance across the Division through effective business partnering
* Applying a detailed understanding of the business to participate in the assessment and achievement of business needs.
* Continuous development of business understanding (through conversation, observation, research and action) to support business decision making and strategy development.
* Appreciating the different interests of organisational stakeholders and managing these effectively through application of communication skills, analytical skills, professional judgement, commerciality and Taylor Wimpey core values.
* Using a detailed knowledge of the Group’s strategy to promote innovation in the right areas.
* Active involvement in system and process developments to reduce time spent on routine processing and ensure information is accurate, timely and accessible.
* Raising awareness of the benefits of finance involvement through actively liaising with colleagues to resolve issues raised at BU level and running Divisional finance training for non‑finance staff.
* Work with BU MDs, FDs and CDs to monitor and understand variances to expected financial and commercial performance and assess/challenge any resulting risks and opportunities.
* As required, review land purchases prior to submission to DC for approval, ensuring transparency in the reporting of key financial and commercial assumptions and a clear articulation of the balance between projected returns and risk.
* Support and participate in Group‑led performance improvement and cost efficiency opportunities.
* Attend closed site reviews to gather knowledge and insight into lessons learned (risks and opportunities) that can be shared with DC and the wider Division.
* Attend and actively participate in Divisional meetings and BU Board meetings as required.
Managing business planning and risk management
* Support the DC by managing the divisional planning process and ensuring they have all the necessary information and analyses to review and challenge business plans within the process communicated by Group Finance.
* Review and challenge Business Unit financial projections and business plans.
* Drive improved quality forecasting across BUs, drawing out business risks and opportunities early to optimise performance.
* Attend Divisional Strategic Land meetings to ensure good understanding of the land supply pipeline and support related reporting.
* Understand the Group’s Risk Management Framework and ensure consistency of understanding and application across the Division.
* Review, on a periodic basis, the completeness and accuracy of the divisional risk profile based on the Group’s strategic objectives.
* Ensure the Division’s risk management framework is documented and clearly outlines roles, responsibilities and processes governing the Division’s management of operational risks.
* Support compliance with and awareness of the Group’s Operating Framework, raising issues with the DC as appropriate.
* Propose changes to the Group’s Operating Framework where it is out of date or perceived as stifling innovation.
* Oversee inter‑BU collaboration and participate in inter‑Divisional Finance and Commercial forums to share ideas, concerns, challenges and promote information sharing.
Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements
* Qualified Accountant with experience in both a business unit and Division (or Group).
* Appreciation for reporting to the City or a Board and the level of accuracy required.
* Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook).
* Ability to plan, communicate and run a divisional‑wide process to deadline, positively influencing the matrix of key stakeholders.
* Resolution of complex financial and accounting matters.
* Experience of M&A due diligence reporting.
* Knowledge of housebuilding or an asset‑based business.
What we offer at Taylor Wimpey
We offer standard benefits including retail discounts, company‑funded life insurance, private healthcare and a quality pension scheme with company contributions. Additional perks include a discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme, share plans, and the option to tailor your benefit package with choices such as extra annual leave or adding dependants to your cover.
We provide industry‑leading professional training and development to unlock potential and fulfil career and personal goals. Opportunities for growth and development are supported across various roles and environments.
Inclusivity Statement
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We collaborate with individuals who have disabilities or long‑term health conditions to remove barriers to employment. In line with this commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability during the application process and who meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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