Finance Business Partner in Watford

Who are we? Majestic is the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, operating a network of over 200 stores nationwide. Founded in 1980, the company recently passed back into private ownership following the acquisition of Fortress Investment Group and has undergone an ambitious transformation and turnaround programme. The results of which are now being seen, with record market share growth, a new and improved product range, a new website and six new stores - with a pipeline for future expansion over the next five years. The Majestic range includes over 1,100 different wines, spirits and beers both online and in-store. Majestic’s key strength is over 1,000 WSET-trained colleagues offering knowledgeable, friendly service across all channels.

Role Purpose: As Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Retail, Buying & Merchandising, and Marketing functions. You will act as a trusted advisor, providing high-quality financial insight, commercial challenge, and strategic support to help drive performance, optimise investment, and ensure value for money in all decisions. This is a highly visible role requiring strong business acumen, stakeholder management, and a proactive approach to financial partnering.

Job specifics:

• Contract: 6 month Fixed Term Contract
• Location: Watford
• Reports to: Finance Director

Our Head Office is based in Watford, just 20 minutes from London Euston. From Watford Junction, we are a 15-minute walk to our Head Office. We are proud to offer an Agile Working Policy for Head Office colleagues; a blend of office and remote working which will include 3 days working at the Majestic Office each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead finance partner for:

• Buying & Merchandising: Supporting category performance analysis, margin optimisation, promotional effectiveness, and supplier income tracking.
• Retail Operations: Providing store performance insights, labour cost analysis, and supporting retail leadership with KPIs.
• Marketing: Evaluating campaign ROI, customer acquisition costs, brand investment, and channel performance (including CRM and digital).

Qualifications & Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• 5+ years' experience in commercial finance, FP&A, or business partnering roles.
• Retail or FMCG experience strongly preferred, particularly in buying/merchandising or marketing-focused roles.
• Proven experience in business partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Strong Excel, financial modelling skills and experience with reporting tools (e.g. Power BI).

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Commercially minded with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to influence and challenge constructively.
• Proactive, curious, and solutions-oriented mind-set.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident presenting financial data in a clear and engaging way.
• Passion for retail and understanding customer behaviour.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of category management and promotional mechanics in retail.
• Experience in analysing marketing effectiveness.
• Background in stock or margin-intensive environments.

Rewards & Benefits:

• A competitive salary & performance related bonus
• Up to 20% Staff Discount
• 33 days holiday, including public and bank holidays and we also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Life Assurance (Worth 3 times your annual salary)
• A contributory Company Pension Plan
• Career development opportunities
• Free parking on site with electric charging points
• Access to Retail Trust which includes: Retail Rewards including Instant savings with discounted e-vouchers, discounted reloadable shopping cards, gift vouchers and gift cards, Discounts of up to 30%, access to free counselling support phone line
• Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave after 26 weeks
• Long service rewards

We look forward to receiving your application! Together we are Majestic!