Overview

Simpson Judge is partnering with a leading global firm in the financial services sector, known for its strong international presence and expertise in complex risk and insurance solutions. This is a strategic finance role supporting workforce planning and HR-related investment decisions, bridging Finance and HR to provide insight and analysis that drive cost efficiency, budgeting, and organisational design.

Location

Central London / Hybrid (3 days in office)

Employment type

Full-time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and business units to align financial planning with workforce strategy
• Lead budgeting and forecasting for people-related costs (salaries, benefits, training, bonuses)
• Develop dashboards and reports on workforce trends and productivity
• Identify cost-saving opportunities across HR spend
• Support business cases for HR initiatives with financial modelling and ROI analysis
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and governance
• Present financial insights clearly to senior stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Experience in finance business partnering, ideally with exposure to HR or workforce planning
• Insurance experience is highly beneficial
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and planning tools (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive Planning)
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus

Industry

• Professional Services, Financial Services, and Insurance

London, England, United Kingdom

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