Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering

Newcastle Building Society; Cobalt; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering to drive financial initiatives and strategic decision-making. This pivotal role involves managing a dedicated team and collaborating with executive stakeholders to shape long-term strategies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive financial leadership experience and a strong understanding of economic dynamics. This inclusive organization values diversity and offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and an array of benefits, including performance bonuses, pension contributions, and flexible working options. Join a team where people are at the heart of everything they do and make a significant impact.

Benefits

Performance Bonus (target 20%, up to 30%)

Car Allowance (£4,994)

Pension Contributions (up to 9%)

Annual Pay Reviews

Mortgage Scheme

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial leadership and strategic finance.
• Ability to present complex information to executive levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and decision-making across the organization.
• Manage a team of Strategic Finance Partners supporting executives.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Strategic Decision-Making

Economic Understanding

Communication Skills

Accounting Qualification (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)

Job description

Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering

Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering

Apply locations: Hybrid (Home/Cobalt Business Park), time type: Full time, posted on: Posted Yesterday, time left to apply: End Date: May 15, 2025 (11 days left to apply), job requisition id: JR354

Job Posting Title

Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering

Salary Band

Salary - Competitive

Grade - BL

Job Description

About the Role

Reporting to our Chief Financial Officer, the Head of Strategic Finance and Partnering will be responsible for the financial drive, challenge, and decision-making on all strategic initiatives across the Newcastle Building Society Group.

This role involves managing a small team of Strategic Finance Partners supporting executive stakeholders and managing directors across the Group. The successful candidate will help define and model strategic outcomes using internal and external insights and will play a key role in long-term strategy setting.

About You

We seek a highly experienced financial leader with sector knowledge, economic understanding, and industry dynamics. You should be skilled at simplifying complex information and presenting compelling stories to executive and board levels. You must be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with significant partnering experience and readiness for senior leadership.

About Us

Our vision emphasizes leadership, value-driven partnering, specialized teams, and a future-focused technology roadmap. We operate a hybrid model combining remote and office work at Cobalt Business Park. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from candidates seeking part-time or compressed hours.

As an inclusive, member-owned mutual, we value diversity and aim to reflect the communities we serve. We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be themselves.

What You Get in Return

Alongside a competitive salary, our benefits include:

• Performance bonus (target 20%, up to 30%)
• Car allowance (£4,994)
• Pension contributions (up to 9%)
• Annual pay reviews
• Mortgage scheme
• Electric car salary sacrifice
• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection
• Financial advisory services
• Discounts and wellbeing benefits

Work/Life Balance

• 35-hour work week with flexible options
• 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy/sell holiday days
• Hybrid working (about 3 days remote)
• Enhanced family leave benefits

Health and Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Employee assistance program
• Onsite gym and discounts
• Volunteer days
• Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to accessible recruitment processes and supporting all candidates. For adjustments or support, contact your recruiter at [e-mail].

Company: Newcastle Building Society

Why Work Here?

People are the focus of everything we do. We care about our colleagues, customers, and communities. Joining us means being welcomed, respected, and supported to achieve your goals.