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Business Partner - Finance and Strategy - 12 months FTC

Employer
Skipton Building Society
Location
Skipton, UK
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Apr 22, 2019

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Job Role
Finance Business Partner
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Introduction This is a great opportunity to join a team that influences Skipton's key commercial and strategic decisions. As our new Finance and Strategy Business Partner you'll support the development of our long term financial strategy, embedding our balance sheet strategy and developing key insight into the drivers of profitability in the business. It is a role that's bursting with potential for a candidate who's highly motivated, loves to learn and is keen to progress their career. Main Responsibilities Safeguarding the future sustainability of our business is a delicate balancing act, which you'll actively support through detailed analysis and insight of the Society's risk versus reward position. Through the provision of sound analysis, you will support your leader in articulating the strengths and challenges in our existing balance sheet structure and make recommendations for the future. You'll be looking at shifting internal and external influences and using your findings to create debate that ultimately influences the decisions made by the executive team. Although there are some traditional accounting elements to the role, given the strategic nature, there is also a lot of flexibility to learn, develop, grow and carve your own path in this area. You will be supported by your leader and the wider business partnering department. A structured scheme is alsoin place to help with personal development and progression, ideal for individuals with a desire to make a difference and driven to take ownership. The potential to study for a professional qualification in the future is also available. The key competencies of this role are - Applying expertise and knowledge Challenging and influencing the views of others Effective planning and organisation skills Taking ownership and responsibility Analysing and interpreting information Ideal Candidate Analytical and people skills are equally important to this role. We're looking for someone with commercial acumen and a curiosity to challenge and ask questions that bring meaning to your outputs and analysis. You will be comfortable taking individual initiative and working in a non-structured environment not driven by process. An ability to forge strong working relationships is essential, built on the Society's values of Trust, Ownership and One Team. About Skipton Building Society At Skipton Building Society we are not just another Financial Services Institution we are a mutual organisation, which means we are owned by our members and believe in placing them at the heart of everything we do. The same goes for our people. We can only be successful as a business if we have great people and we believe in treating people as individuals. Our values are Trust, Ownership and One Team which reflect the attitudes and way of working everyone here displays on a daily basis, and which are key to the delivery of the outstanding level of personal service we offer our customers. We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every colleague has an opportunity to fulfil their career potential. We respect and appreciate the value that our colleagues' unique differences can bring and offer consideration for anyone seeking a more flexible work-life balance. If you have a need for flexibility then please let us know. Package Description In return for all your hard work and commitment, you will get the support and recognition you deserve. You can expect a structured training and development programme tailored to your needs. You will also be eligible for the following: Competitive Employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Company paid life assurance scheme Company paid Group Income Protection scheme 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and the opportunity to participate in the annual Holiday Trading Scheme to buy/sell extra days) Annual discretionary bonus scheme Volunteering days Colleague discounts at a range of UK wide retailers, including holidays, restaurants, fashion, days out and more. Accessible via an online platform and mobile app. Discounts/cashback on selected products and services Employee Assistance Programme Diverse culture Skipton are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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