Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (London)

UK - Hybrid with access to London office

The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is a policy and action research organisation promoting sustainable development and linking local priorities to global challenges. Based in London, we work on five continents with some of the world’s most vulnerable people to strengthen their voices in the decision-making arenas that affect them. With more than 150 staff working alongside associates and partners across the globe, IIED has been at the forefront of evidence-based policymaking in sustainable development for over 50 years.

We are now looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.

The Benefits

• Salary of £64,814 - £80,654 per annum
• 25 days' annual leave per year, increasing with service
• Closure between Christmas and New Year with additional paid holiday
• 7.5% employer's pension contributions
• An employee protection scheme offering a flexible menu of benefits
• An interest-free season ticket loan
• A cycle-to-work scheme offering tax savings on the cost of purchasing a bike for travel to and from work
• An employee assistance programme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies
• Enhanced sick pay entitlements, increasing with length of service
• Flexible working options
• Support for learning and development
• Compassionate leave up to ten days per annum
• Dependents leave
• Eye tests and glasses
• Therapy treatment

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified, strategic-level financial management professional from the not-for-profit sector to join our leading international development organisation. You’ll operate at the highest levels of our organisation, with the scope to drive our work and leave a meaningful imprint on how a mission-led organisation delivers change. You’ll be instrumental in creating a culture of excellence, setting standards and cultivating the conditions for others to do their best work.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis plays a critical leadership role in shaping IIED’s financial strategy and enabling data-informed decision-making. You will lead the FP&A function, ensuring robust budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and reporting processes across the Institute. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, research teams, and senior leadership, you will drive financial insight, support long-term planning, and ensure effective resource allocation. This role will also line manage the Finance Business Partners, supporting them in delivering high-quality financial support to programme teams and driving continuous improvements in our project financial management and cost recovery practices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead financial planning
• Manage and develop the FP&A team
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership and programme teams
• Strengthen financial business partnering
• Oversee financial performance reporting
• Drive financial risk management and innovation

About You

To be considered as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will need to be:

• Qualified accountant (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with significant post-qualification experience in financial leadership roles.
• Strong track record in strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Expertise in cost recovery, funder compliance, and financial management of donor-funded projects.
• Exceptional analytical skills and ability to translate complex financial data into strategic insights.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across functions.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.
• Strong alignment with IIED’s mission and values.

Please note, you are likely to be working from home most of the time. As such, you will need a suitable place to work and a reliable, fast internet connection. This role is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with our safeguarding and safer recruitment commitments. A criminal record will not automatically bar you from employment; any disclosed information will be considered fairly and confidentially, in accordance with our recruitment procedures and the nature of the role.

The closing date for this role is the 11th June 2025.

IIED is a Global organisation that serves the Global Majority. We are committed to equity of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in IIED’s workforce including members of minority groups and those with lived experience of the work we do. Even if you don't satisfy all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply, as we will offer training and development to upskill the right candidate for the role.

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