SalaryUp to 65,410 (dependent on experience)Contract typePermanentHoursFull TimeLocationPoole, Dorset, EnglandLocation descriptionThis will be a hybrid role with a working arrangement between home and Poole support centre.Interview dateBetween 30th Sept and 8th Oct (TBC)Closing Date22-09-2026Reference21939About usOur purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.We are looking for a Strategic Finance Business Partner to join our team, to work as part of the RNLI Business Partnering community to provide financial management, insight, decision support and analysis to support the RNLI. Providing constructive, commercial and cost effective financial support and expertise to help the RNLI deliver our Lifesaving Effect, ensure that we spend donors money wisely and deliver value for money.Some of the benefitsSalary Up to 65,410 (dependent on experience)Flexible working26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata)Outstanding pension scheme Life assuranceHealth and dental cashplan optionYour roleAs a Strategic Finance Business Partner, you will provide first-class financial decision support, planning and analysis to departments and major projects within the RNLI, providing the right information, to the right people, at the right time, for the right decisions. As Strategic Finance Business Partner you will:Build relationships with and provide a full financial guidance and support service to your customersLead the departments on financial planning and forecastingAttend relevant departmental and project meetings, ensuring there is a finance presence where appropriateDeliver regular financial reports and ad-hoc financial analysis for your customers, finance department and external auditorsAbout youOur ideal candidate will have:A strong background in financial decision support and planning in a similar fast paced environmentExcellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and influence at senior levels, and experience in providing constructive challenge as requiredExtensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel.This role will work with a central FP&A team, who will help you with all aspects of decision support and planning.If you consider yourself to be someone who enjoys and demonstrates a ‘hands-on’ approach to your role, has well-developed customer care skills, with the ability to liaise at a senior level, then apply today!In return for your passion and expertise, you will receive an excellent benefits package (see Summary of Benefits document for more details), as well as the knowledge that your skills and experience are helping the RNLI to Save Every One.SafeguardingThe RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).Diversity at the RNLIOur staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
Strategic Finance Business Partner in Poole employer: Royal National Lifeboat Institution
The RNLI is an exceptional employer, offering a fulfilling role as a Community Manager in Northern Ireland where you can make a real difference in the lives of volunteers and supporters. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave and a pension scheme, the RNLI fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers staff to thrive. Join us in our mission to save lives at sea while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive team environment.
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Royal National Lifeboat Institution Recruitment Team
