The Finance Automation Team sits within the Automation, Testing & AI Enablement area of Future Capabilities & Operations. Our mission is to empower Finance with trusted insights and intelligent automation that improve decision-making, strengthen control, and drive efficient, sustainable performance.
We design and deliver impactful digital solutions that improve efficiency, insight, and control across the Finance Function, using Microsoft Power Platform technologies to transform business requirements into scalable, low-code solutions. We also operate the Finance Automation & AI Centre of Excellence, supporting colleagues across Finance to work smarter through automation and data-driven solutions.
As a Technical Analyst Developer, you'll join a team of automation specialists and data professionals focused on simplifying processes, reducing manual effort, and enabling better decision-making. Working closely with stakeholders across Finance, you'll help deliver innovative solutions that create real business value while ensuring robust controls and governance are maintained.
We are happy to consider flexible working approaches to help you perform at your best.
This is a 12-month secondment opportunity.
At Nationwide, we offer hybrid working wherever possible. More rewarding relationships are supported through our hybrid approach, bringing colleagues together across our UK-wide estate, whilst also supporting generous access to home working. We value our time in the office to solve problems, to learn, and to feel connected.
For this job you'll spend at least two days per week, or if part time you'll spend 40% of your working time, based at either our Leeds or Glasgow office. If you are aligned to our Glasgow hub (as this is your nearest location), there will be a need to regularly connect with colleagues for collaboration events. This is anticipated to be once a month in Glasgow. If your application is successful, your hiring manager will provide further details on how this works. You can also find out more about our approach to hybrid working here.
Whilst these locations are where we are primarily looking to fill the role, if you’re an internal applicant based in a different location, we would welcome your application and if successful, your hiring manager will provide further details on how this could work for this specific role. You can also find out more about our approach to hybrid working here.
Nationwide is committed to the redeployment of our employees impacted by change, as such applications for redeployment candidates will be prioritised in this recruitment process.
If you’re a colleague on long-term absence (for example, on parental leave) or a temporary worker, please use your personal email address to submit an application.
Responsibilities
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you’ll take ownership of delivering automation, reporting and analytics solutions that help Finance work more efficiently and make better-informed decisions. Working closely with colleagues across Finance, you’ll identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve data management and reduce manual effort through effective use of technology.
You’ll design, build and maintain a range of solutions using tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, Excel, VBA and Power Query, turning business requirements into practical, scalable solutions that are easy to use and support. You’ll also develop insightful reporting and analytics that transform complex data into clear information that helps teams understand performance and make confident decisions.
Alongside delivering new solutions, you’ll support and enhance existing tools, investigate data issues and work with Finance systems teams, technology partners and stakeholders to identify root causes and implement lasting improvements. You’ll ensure all solutions are thoroughly tested, documented and approved before going live, while following development standards that promote consistency, quality and efficiency. You’ll also help maintain day-to-day service levels by providing support for operational issues and driving continuous improvement across the Finance function.
About you
As a minimum, you’ll have:
Experience developing and supporting Power BI reporting solutions, including data modelling, dashboard creation, and managing access and security controls
Evidence of using advanced Excel skills, including Power Query and modern analytical techniques, to transform legacy spreadsheet processes into more efficient solutions
Working knowledge of, or training in, Power Platform solutions such as Power Automate and Power Apps
Demonstratable knowledge with both Nationwide and Virgin Money Finance systems, including Virgin Money Oracle GL, Oracle PeopleSoft GL, and Coupa
Evidence of effective stakeholder engagement and communication, with the ability to build productive relationships across business and technical teams
Proven ability to provide training, guidance, and user support to help drive adoption of new tools and processes
Ability to investigate business problems and translate findings into practical recommendations for improvement
Experience delivering change and continuous improvement through automation initiatives that enhance efficiency and the user experience
Our customer first behaviours put customers and members at the heart of how we work together. They are the set of behaviours that every colleague needs to display, in every role:
Feel what customers feel - We step into our customers’ shoes, using their feedback and insights to empathise with them and to understand their needs, so that every decision we make starts and finishes with our customers in mind
Say it straight - We are brave in speaking out and saying what we think – we’re honest and direct with good intent, openly sharing diverse perspectives to reach the best conclusions and using language everyone can understand
Push for better - We don’t settle for mediocrity, we challenge the status quo, taking responsibility for continuous improvement and personal development
Get it done - We prioritise what will have the greatest impact, we are decisive, and we take accountability for delivering brilliant customer outcomes
You can strengthen your application by showing how our customer first behaviours resonate with you, and where you may have already demonstrated these.
Qualifications
The extras you’ll get
There are all sorts of employee benefits available at Nationwide, including:
25 days holiday, pro rata
Access to private medical insurance
A highly competitive pension to help you build a strong foundation for retirement
Access to an annual performance-related bonus
Training and development to help you progress your career
A great selection of additional benefits through our salary sacrifice scheme
Life assurance to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones in the event of your death
Wellhub – access to a range of free and paid options for health and wellness
Up to 2 days of paid volunteering a year
Banking – but fairer, more rewarding, and for the good of society
We forge our own path at Nationwide.
As a mutual, we’re owned by our members - those customers who bank, save or have a mortgage with us. We challenge the financial sector status quo. We don’t see customers as the engine of our own profit. We share our profits with them and put their needs first. Always there when they need us. Supporting them and their lives.
If you’re inspired by fairer finances, passionate about making a meaningful impact, and truly care about our customers, you’re one of us.
At Nationwide, you are challenged to grow and rewarded for doing so. Valued. Recognised. Inspired to be your best. As a community, we want our working lives to count. As a team, we celebrate what we achieve. As a standard-setter, we work for the good of customers, communities, and broader society.
We are purpose-driven. Uncompromisingly customer. Unstoppably Nationwide.
What to do next
If this role is for you, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. You’ll need to attach your up-to-date CV and answer a few quick questions for us.
We respond to everyone, so we will be in contact shortly after the closing date to let you know the outcome of your application.
The hiring manager for this role is Michael Colognori, and the main recruitment contact is Kris Mason.
Please note that should you be successful in securing this role, the job title on our internal systems will be Technical Analyst Developer.
Finance Data and Automation Analyst in Leeds employer: Nationwide Building Society
At Nationwide, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within our Strategic Finance team. Located in Yorkshire and the North-East, we provide flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that our employees feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in corporate banking.
Contact Details:
Nationwide Building Society Recruitment Team
