Finance & Strategy Associate

Senior Finance & Strategy ManagerAt Deliveroo, we are on a mission to revolutionize the way people shop and dine. Our Finance department plays a crucial role in steering the company towards its ambitious goals by directing investments towards high-impact opportunities, formulating effective financial strategies, and ensuring sustainable long-term growth. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and aspires to shape the future of a leading global tech brand, we invite you to join our dynamic team.We are seeking a Senior Finance & Strategy Manager to enhance our Finance & Strategy team. In this pivotal role, you will contribute significantly to defining our business strategy, ensuring that we make optimal investment and capital allocation choices to accelerate our global expansion.Your ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Finance & Strategy team, you will collaborate across various departments to enhance the profitability, scalability, and competitiveness of our business model, overseeing projects from inception to execution.Strategic Decision Support: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative investment frameworks and drive strategic initiatives in a rapidly evolving environment.Balancing Growth and Profitability: Manage complex financial models and analyses to help the organization achieve a balanced approach between aggressive growth and sustainable profitability.Custom Financial Modelling: Spearhead impactful modelling efforts to support significant initiatives, assess new opportunities, and create business cases for innovative products.KPI Analysis: Monitor and analyze key financial and operational KPIs to identify trends, evaluate risks, and uncover new market opportunities.Process Innovation: Lead special projects aimed at automating and scaling our forecasting and reporting processes, ensuring our methodologies evolve in line with business needs.Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner closely with operational leaders to formulate new policies that align day-to-day operations with our financial objectives.QualificationsTo excel in this role, you should possess strong expertise in finance and strategy, with a keen analytical mindset and a proven track record in driving business success through innovative financial practices.

Join our dynamic team at Moneybox as a Senior Manager of Finance & Strategy, where your analytical prowess will drive critical financial and strategic planning initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping decision-making processes and enhancing our financial performance. You will possess the ability to see the larger picture while being comfortable diving deep into data and analytics to support our organizational goals.

Join Deliveroo as a Senior Associate in Finance and Strategy, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our business strategies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and strategic initiatives.

Entain is looking for a Senior Strategy Manager based in London. This role centers on shaping business strategy and improving performance across the company. The Senior Strategy Manager will work closely with teams from different departments to develop and implement initiatives that strengthen Entain’s market position and support customer satisfaction. What you will do Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute strategic projects Use analytical skills to assess business performance and recommend improvements Support the development of strategies that respond to market trends Requirements Strong leadership skills and experience guiding teams or projects Ability to interpret market trends and apply insights to business decisions Comfort working with data to inform strategy This position offers the chance to contribute to Entain’s approach in gaming and entertainment by focusing on strategy and analysis.

The Senior Finance Project Manager plays a pivotal role within the Finance PMO, guiding and executing intricate, high-stakes finance initiatives that align with both the financial and overarching strategic objectives of the company.

Why join loveholidays?At loveholidays, we believe in collective innovation. Our mission is to make travel accessible to everyone, allowing our customers to enjoy unlimited options, unparalleled convenience, and exceptional value for their next holiday. Our dedicated team acts as personal holiday advisors, providing the smartest ways to plan getaways.We leverage advanced technology to foster state-of-the-art innovation and broaden travel opportunities. Within our Commercial and Support teams, you'll find a dynamic environment to accelerate your professional development through continuous learning and personalized career paths. You will impact our future by spearheading projects and shaping business strategies to achieve common objectives, all within our vibrant international community of collaborative and enthusiastic teams.About Our TeamThe Commercial Finance team is pivotal in driving our business success by overseeing budgets, forecasting performance, and delivering strategic insights. We ensure financial robustness and assist our business partners in informed decision-making.Your Impact:In this high-impact, newly established role, you will serve as a dedicated Finance Business Partner for one of our key commercial divisions, supporting loveholidays’ mission to democratize travel. This role is born from our commitment to data-driven decision-making and strategic investments. At this critical juncture in our growth journey, you will provide financial guidance and strategic oversight for substantial capital investments and commercial projects. This is a rare opportunity to build a role from the ground up, designing and executing financial frameworks, processes, and analytics that will significantly influence our competitive standing.This fast-paced position demands a structured thinker and adept problem-solver who can seamlessly integrate within a business department and lead strategic decision-making.Your Daily Responsibilities:Serve as a trusted financial advisor to departmental leadership, providing insightful analysis and constructive feedback to drive optimal commercial results.Analyze the connection between trading performance and operational factors, delivering insights and actionable recommendations to enhance ROI and profitability.Cultivate strong relationships across partner functions, enabling effective collaboration and informed decision-making.

Join Trainline as a Senior Finance Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategies and driving operational excellence. You will lead a dynamic team, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance while enhancing our budgeting and forecasting processes. Your expertise will be instrumental in optimizing our financial performance, providing valuable insights to guide our business decisions.

Senior Finance Operations Manager Salary: £79,000 - £89,000 Based on Experience ClearScore Technology Limited is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Finance Operations Manager to take charge of and enhance our essential finance processes, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. This pivotal role is vital for ensuring our financial operations are accurate, timely, and compliant, while also fostering efficiency, automation, and robust internal controls as our business continues to grow. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of three direct reports and report directly to the Group Financial Controller. You will collaborate closely with our People and Commercial teams, as well as external partners, to ensure the delivery of high-quality and scalable finance operations. A significant focus of this position will be overseeing the transition of our Accounts Payable platform to a more efficient and automated solution.

About AirwallexAirwallex is an innovative global payments and financial platform, uniquely designed to empower businesses worldwide. With our cutting-edge proprietary infrastructure and software, we serve over 200,000 businesses, including esteemed names like Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, and SHEIN. Our fully integrated solutions cover everything from business accounts and payments to spend management and treasury, along with embedded finance on a global scale.Founded in Melbourne, our dynamic team of over 2,000 talented individuals spans 26 offices globally. Valued at $8 billion and supported by leading investors such as T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, and Sequoia, Airwallex is at the forefront of shaping the future of global banking. If you are ready to take on the most ambitious challenges of your career, we welcome you to join our mission.Attributes We ValueWe seek builders with a founder-like mindset who are passionate about making a real impact, accelerating their learning, and having true ownership over their work. You will bring strong expertise and analytical thinking, driven by our mission and operating principles. You thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate good judgment, and possess a deep curiosity that propels you to make informed decisions.Your humility and collaborative spirit will help transform innovative ideas into tangible products, and you have a proven track record of executing projects from inception to completion. Utilizing AI to enhance productivity and problem-solving is second nature to you. At Airwallex, you will engage with complex, high-visibility challenges alongside exceptional colleagues, fostering career growth as we redefine global banking.About the TeamThe Operations team at Airwallex is dedicated to ensuring our services and processes operate smoothly and efficiently. Our focus is on optimizing workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering outstanding customer support. By refining operations and adopting best practices, we contribute to the company's growth while upholding high service standards, ensuring a seamless experience for our customers as we empower businesses globally.What You Will DoIn your role within the Operations Strategy team, you will address multifaceted challenges across various domains, leveraging your expertise to drive impactful solutions.

About WPP Media WPP Media is the media operations unit of WPP, serving top global brands as a trusted growth partner. The team brings together talent, reliable data, and strong partnerships, all integrated through the WPP Open marketing platform. This approach helps clients adapt to change, identify opportunities, and achieve significant growth. WPP Media combines media, data, and partnerships with AI-driven tools to support creative personalization at scale. Clients benefit from clear insights into their media investments, powered by Open Intelligence and WPP Open. Learn more at wppmedia.com. Role Overview: Senior Manager of Data Strategy This London-based role sits at the heart of WPP 650, a team named for the UK’s 650 parliamentary constituencies, a reminder of the importance of representing the nation’s diverse communities. The Senior Manager of Data Strategy will join an award-winning group supporting the UK government, where work directly shapes smarter public services and better outcomes for millions. The environment values curiosity, kindness, and professional development. Each day brings new challenges and learning opportunities, with a focus on real-world impact and meaningful achievements. About the Data, Tech, and Analytics Division The division’s mission is to connect marketing strategy to activation through a deeply integrated data platform. By working closely with agencies and clients, the team increases the value of data through advanced technology and analytics, using Open, WPP’s AI-powered media and data platform. In the UK, these capabilities are essential for delivering a full suite of services that drive measurable results for clients. The Senior Manager of Data Strategy plays a key role in supporting the UK Government, contributing expertise within the Data Strategy specialization and helping clients achieve real impact through data-driven approaches.

Airwallex is shaping the future of global banking. Based in London, the Senior Manager, Revenue Strategy & Operations joins the EMEA Revenue Strategy & Operations team to help define and deliver the region’s growth plans. This position plays a central role in setting commercial priorities and ensuring their execution leads to measurable results. Key Responsibilities Identify, define, and prioritize projects that support revenue growth across EMEA markets Lead the rollout of strategic initiatives, working closely with teams in Sales, Marketing, Operations, Product, Engineering, Compliance, and Legal Coordinate with stakeholders within EMEA and across global teams to align efforts and share insights Track outcomes against commercial growth targets and contribute to building a strong foundation for long-term expansion Collaboration and Teamwork This role works alongside a small, data-driven team. Frequent collaboration with colleagues from various business functions provides a broad perspective on growth strategies and operational challenges.

About UsAt Trainline, we are dedicated to revolutionizing travel by championing greener and more sustainable solutions. Our platform empowers millions of travelers to easily discover and book the best-value tickets across various carriers and journey options through our highly-rated mobile app, website, and B2B partner channels.Great journeys start with Trainline As Europe’s leading rail app, we boast over 125 million monthly visits and £5.9 billion in annual ticket sales, collaborating with more than 270 rail and coach companies across 40+ countries. Our mission is to make travel simple, seamless, eco-friendly, and affordable.Today, we are a proud FTSE 250 company, supported by an incredible team of over 1,000 Trainliners from more than 50 nationalities, and located in key cities including London, Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Edinburgh, and Madrid. With our focus on growth in the UK and Europe, it’s the perfect time to join us on this high-speed journey.Senior Commercial Finance Manager - MarketingLocation: London (Hybrid)Salary: £70,000 - £80,000The Commercial Finance team plays a crucial role in supporting our business as we continue to expand. We are committed to embedding smarter, more sophisticated, data-driven decision-making across Europe. Our advantage lies in our ability to learn faster than our competitors, and the Commercial Finance team is pivotal in driving this continuous discovery process. We delve deeper, prioritize insights over mere numbers, and communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently.As the Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Marketing, you will provide high-quality, actionable insights to bolster our International Consumer business. You will cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels while thoroughly analyzing performance, leveraging your connections within departments such as Commercial, Data Science, and Supply. Our department is constantly evolving, and you will play a vital role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaborating closely with the Data team to devise innovative methods for accessing insights.

About NextStepNextStep is at the forefront of connecting exceptional consulting talent with lucrative opportunities through innovative, AI-driven matchmaking. We collaborate with forward-thinking companies across various sectors to position seasoned professionals in roles where they can truly make a difference. Currently, we are representing a client within our partner network who is seeking a Strategic Finance Manager to enhance their team.About the CompanyOur client is a dynamic Series C B2B SaaS enterprise based in London, specializing in supply chain visibility and logistics optimization software tailored for mid-market and enterprise clients throughout Europe. With £60 million raised and impressive annual recurring revenue growth, this company is gearing up for its next fundraising round while exploring mergers and acquisitions to expedite product and market expansion. They are establishing a Strategic Finance function to work alongside Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to assist the CFO and CEO in navigating complex financial and strategic decisions.The RoleAs the Strategic Finance Manager, you will serve as a vital analytical partner to the CFO and CEO, spearheading financial strategy, facilitating fundraising initiatives, and providing commercial insights across the organization. This role uniquely positions you at the crossroads of finance and strategy, offering direct engagement with investor relations, M&A assessments, and long-term business planning.What You'll DoOversee the financial modeling for fundraising activities, including the creation of investor materials, data room management, and due diligence assistance.Develop and sustain the long-term financial model, aiding in scenario planning and strategic options assessment.Conduct financial evaluations of M&A and partnership opportunities in collaboration with the commercial team.Craft executive and board-level financial narratives that link trading performance to strategic objectives.Assist the CFO with various strategic projects, including pricing strategies, unit economics, and capital allocation decisions.What We're Looking For5 to 8 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or a strategic finance role within a high-growth technology environment.Outstanding financial modeling expertise, including comprehension of SaaS metrics, three-statement modeling, and scenario analysis.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous scale-up environment.Exceptional executive communication skills, with the confidence to present to investors and board members.Experience in supporting a venture or growth equity fund would be advantageous.

About UsCognism stands as the premier provider of B2B data and sales intelligence across Europe. Our platform empowers businesses of all sizes to swiftly identify, connect, and engage with qualified decision-makers, effectively accelerating deal closures. With our headquarters located in London and a network of global offices, thousands of revenue teams trust Cognism’s comprehensive contact data and contextual signals to streamline their prospecting efforts.Your Role:We are in search of a proactive and results-driven Senior Finance Systems Manager to oversee Cognism’s financial software ecosystem, including its integrations and automation processes. You will take charge of the finance systems that facilitate essential finance cycles such as Quote-to-Invoice, Procure-to-Pay, Forecast-to-Budget, Hire-to-Retire, Compliance-to-Control, and Asset-to-Depreciation. Our core systems include Salesforce as our CRM and NetSuite as our ERP.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage the finance systems roadmap by designing, implementing, and maintaining systems and integrations.Lead vendor selection and oversee implementation and integration projects.Automate key finance processes and establish reconciliations between our CRM, ERP, and other systems.Ensure data integrity, master data governance, and monitor integrations.Draft requirements and specifications, conduct UAT, and provide training and documentation.Serve as the first point of contact for system incidents and manage release and upgrade cycles.Work collaboratively with Finance, IT/Engineering, RevOps, HR, and external vendors.

Wolf & Badger connects independent designers with shoppers who value ethical sourcing. The company offers fashion, design, home, and beauty products through its online marketplace and flagship stores in London, New York City, and Los Angeles. As a Certified B Corporation, Wolf & Badger centers social and environmental responsibility in its business model. With a team of about 100 people in the UK and US, Wolf & Badger is expanding. The London finance team is growing to support this next phase. Role overview The Senior Finance Manager / Financial Controller will join the e-commerce marketplace team in London. This role works closely with the CFO, focusing on financial planning, reporting, and analysis. The position is responsible for maintaining strong financial controls and delivering strategic insights to guide business decisions and growth. What you will do Lead financial planning and analysis work Oversee financial reporting and ensure accuracy Maintain and improve financial controls Provide clear, actionable financial insights to both finance and non-finance teams Collaborate closely with the CFO and work across departments Requirements Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles Solid analytical and managerial abilities Clear communication of complex financial information Experience supporting business growth in a comparable setting Location and working pattern This position is based in Central London. The team follows a hybrid schedule, with at least three days per week in the Soho office. Candidates should be able to commute to the office.

Hello! We are Fever, the premier technology platform dedicated to culture and live entertainment.Our mission is clear: to democratize access to culture and entertainment. Through our innovative technology and data-driven strategies, we are transforming how individuals experience live entertainment. Each month, our platform captivates over 300 million users across more than 40 countries, enabling them to discover unforgettable experiences while empowering event creators with our tools and insights to scale, innovate, and reach new audiences.Our achievements speak volumes; we have partnered with industry giants such as Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, showcased internationally acclaimed experiences, and are supported by prominent global investors! Impressive, right? To fulfill our vision, we seek exceptional individuals with a proactive approach who are excited to help shape the future of entertainment! Are you ready to be part of this experience?Now, let’s delve into the specifics of this role and how you will contribute to Fever’s mission.Role Overview:Your responsibilities will include:Establish and nurture robust business relationships with leading producers, creators, venues, and key stakeholders within the entertainment sector.Formulate and implement a growth strategy for the market, utilizing innovative and effective methods to enhance Fever's regional presence.Skillfully oversee commercial strategies with major partners, ensuring mutual value creation and sustainable partnerships between Fever and event organizers.Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills to effectively manage and expand a large client base.

Join Whatnot as a Senior Manager of International Strategy & Operations in our Commerce division. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for shaping our global strategy while optimizing operations to drive efficiency and growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement projects, and contribute to our mission of revolutionizing commerce through innovation.

Role Overview Capco is looking for a Principal Consultant (Senior Manager) to join the Finance Transformation team in London. This position sits within the Financial Crime, Risk, Regulation, and Finance Transformation (FRRF) practice. The role centers on working with CFOs, Treasurers, and senior finance leaders to improve finance and treasury operations. Projects often involve redesigning operating models, refining processes, and implementing new technology. What You Will Do Lead finance transformation projects that respond to regulatory requirements, such as Basel, IFRS, and PRA. Focus areas include finance IT, process improvement, and operating model changes. Work alongside CFOs and C-suite leaders to deliver finance strategies, strengthen internal controls, and enhance financial reporting (including ICAAP, ILAAP, and RRP). Define project needs and manage the full project lifecycle across finance, treasury, and regulatory topics. Design and embed stress-testing frameworks for credit, market, and liquidity risk to support both compliance and business planning. Collaborate with technology teams to bring digital tools into finance processes, increasing automation and operational efficiency.

About NextStepNextStep is a pioneering platform that connects exceptional consulting talent with promising opportunities through innovative, AI-driven matching. We collaborate with dynamic companies across various sectors to position seasoned professionals in roles where they can create significant impact. Currently, we are representing a client within our partner network seeking a Corporate Strategy Manager to enhance their team.About the CompanyOur client is a FTSE 250 industrials and infrastructure corporation headquartered in London, with operations extending throughout the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Generating revenues exceeding £1.5 billion and supported by a revitalized leadership team driving substantial strategic transformation, they are heavily investing in developing their internal strategy capabilities to bolster long-term planning, portfolio decisions, and M&A activities. The corporate strategy team collaborates closely with the Group CEO and CFO to address the most critical issues impacting the business.The RoleIn the capacity of Corporate Strategy Manager, you will be part of a compact yet impactful central strategy team, tackling the most significant strategic challenges confronting the business. You will oversee workstreams that encompass long-range planning, competitive positioning, M&A evaluations, and strategic initiatives, generating analyses and recommendations that are presented directly to the Executive Committee and Board.What You'll DoSpearhead comprehensive strategy projects, from initial scoping and analysis to delivering structured recommendations for senior leadership.Facilitate the annual long-range planning process, collaborating across business units to synthesize performance, risks, and strategic alternatives.Evaluate M&A and partnership opportunities, conducting market sizing, financial analysis, and strategic alignment assessments.Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor actions, and macroeconomic shifts relevant to the group’s portfolio.Craft high-quality materials for Board and Executive Committee discussions, ensuring clarity and rigor in arguments and evidence.What We're Looking For4–7 years of experience, preferably with a solid background in management consulting (top-tier firm favored) or an in-house strategy role within a large corporation.Exceptional structured problem-solving and analytical abilities, capable of deconstructing complex issues and formulating clear, evidence-based perspectives.Strong written communication skills; proficient in creating board-ready materials with minimal guidance.Adept at navigating multiple business units and engaging with senior stakeholders concurrently.An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that demands flexibility and strategic thinking.