Senior Finance Business Partner in London

Senior Finance Business Partner in London

London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Partner with leaders to drive strategic decisions and sustainable growth in capital markets.
  • Company: Join JLL, a global leader in real estate and investment management.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for global collaboration and innovation.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of real estate while making a meaningful impact.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong analytical and business partnering skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.

Business Partnership & Strategic Influence

  • Partner strategically with business leaders and key stakeholders across national and regional capital markets to drive informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
  • As a key member of the UK Capital Markets Steering Committee, actively contribute strategic insights and provide constructive challenge to shape business direction.
  • Proactively influence daily operations while shaping long-term business strategy and direction.
  • Engage independently with senior leadership, presenting insights, challenging assumptions, and driving accountability for results.
  • Establish robust commercial frameworks and lead transformational change initiatives to ensure delivery of critical operational, commercial, and financial objectives.
  • Upskill business teams on finance terminology to help them gain a deeper understanding of JLL metrics and drive profitable growth.

Performance Analytics & Business Intelligence

  • Deliver comprehensive business performance insights that unlock value and identify strategic opportunities.
  • Conduct deep-dive analysis to assess risks, evaluate market dynamics, and incorporate perspectives from our internal Research team.
  • Enable data-driven decision-making across the UK Capital Markets business, transforming complex information into actionable intelligence.

Financial Planning & Corporate Finance Excellence

  • Lead the evolution of budgeting and forecasting capabilities, driving accuracy and strategic foresight.
  • Develop longer-term financial plans that incorporate the business's strategic pillars.
  • Work with existing pipeline reporting models and cost forecasting, ensuring the UK Capital Markets business stays ahead of market trends.
  • Provide expert support for revenue recognition matters, partnering with Controllership and the Centre of Excellence.
  • Ensure appropriate visibility and accuracy of commissions throughout the year.
  • Optimise working capital by focusing on initiatives that enable timely raising of invoices.

Strategic Business Development

  • Conduct critical assessments of all Capital Markets sub-segments to identify high-potential growth areas and optimisation opportunities.
  • Architect comprehensive growth strategies focused on enhancing profitability.
  • Evaluate the ROI and payback periods of strategic hires while supporting leadership in investment decisions.

Global Collaboration & Knowledge Exchange

  • Work closely with the Capital Markets FP&A lead for Eurasia to drive mutual value creation.
  • Bring innovative ideas for efficiency improvements and enhanced profitability that can be scaled across other markets.
  • Champion the adoption of best practices and insights from other markets into the UK & Ireland business.
  • Cultivate strong partnerships with Eurasia and Global Capital Markets FP&A teams.
  • Facilitate cross-market collaboration, driving innovation through shared best practices and strategic insights.

Requirements

  • Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA Essential).
  • Prior experience in an analytical and business partnering position.
  • Strong core business skills including influencing, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
  • Proven track record of helping drive efficiency.
  • Dynamic, driven, and self-responsible individual.
  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
  • Advanced excel skills - high attention to detail and able to present numbers to senior management/stakeholders.

Location: On-site - London, GBR

Senior Finance Business Partner in London employer: Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc.

At JLL, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions the Whole You, both personally and professionally. Our London-based team thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment, where we empower our employees to grow meaningful careers through comprehensive training and development opportunities. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we foster a culture that values every individual's contributions, making JLL not just a workplace, but a community where you can truly belong.

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc.

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Finance Business Partner in London

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
Analytical Skills
Business Partnering
Stakeholder Management
Presentation Skills
Financial Planning
Budgeting and Forecasting