Head of Business Finance, Germany

Fidelity International; Kronberg im Taunus; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Fidelity International is seeking a Head of Business Finance for their Kronberg office. The role involves providing strategic financial insights, collaborating with senior management, and delivering key financial services. Candidates should have experience in asset management and a strong command of both German and English. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Leistungen

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifikationen

• Experience in asset management, pensions, and platforms.
• Ability to lead and influence senior stakeholders.
• Fluency in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic and financial insights.
• Deliver comprehensive business finance services including budgeting and forecasting.
• Drive continuous improvement processes and implement AI-driven solutions.

Kenntnisse

Business Acumen

Financial Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

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Head of Business Finance, Germany

Apply locations Kronberg Office time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 1, 2025 (8 days left to apply) job requisition id J57789

About the Opportunity

Job Type: PermanentApplication Deadline: 01 August 2025

Job Description

Title - Head of Business Finance, Germany

Department - Finance

Location - Kronberg

Reports To - CFO, Global Distribution and Client Propositions

Matrix - Head of Germany

Level - Associate Director / Director

We’re proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years. How have we achieved this? By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world. So, join our Business Finance team and feel like you’re part of something bigger.

About your role

The purpose of this role is to partner with the Head of the German Business and other senior leaders within the country , to provide high-quality strategic and financial insights, advice and challenge . The role holder will als o assist the CFO, Global Distribution and Client Propositions, in supporting the achievement of the strategy and goals of the business.

Key elements of the role include:

• Business partnering with the key senior members of the German Management team. This will involve the development of a broad understanding of the Fidelity business model and a deep understanding of all aspects of asset management , Pensions and Banking , especially sales, retention, product & propositions development & management, including all financial drivers. The role holder will work closely with the Financial Controller of FFB Bank.

• Building credibility through the provision of clearly presented financial information, constructive challenge and valued advice, supporting the goal of delivering real value and influence over decision making within this critical part of the business.

• Defending the German business strategy and plans i n the context of the Global strategy , ensuring that it is founded in robust financial analysis and narrative . Agree guardrails upfront with Group Finance in relation to key financial information such as margins, minimum deal size etc.

• Delivery of business finance services to the business in Germany, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, management reporting, business case construction, pricing strategy, governance and support and expense & headcount scrutiny.

Key Responsibilities

• Owning the finance relationship with the Head of Germany including key stakeholders on the Leadership Team and other senior leaders within the organisations. Support the financial approval process of business strategy and plans, including securing investments for the development of the FFB Platform .

• Provide financial and strategic insight, guidance and challenge to stakeholders, supporting decision making and the achievement of Germany Distribution and Banking objectives and broader strategy.

• Act as key point of contact / subject matter expert for strategic priorities and areas of focus

• Collaborate closely with Finance colleagues supporting Corporate Enablers, Investment and Operations to ensure decisions are joined up and in the wider interests of the business and FIL.

• In the context of the German strategy, l ead the identification of cost savings, efficiencies and productivity enhancing opportunities.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of a sound financial control environment.

• Drive continuous improvement of regular MI, automating and standardising with wider group MI where possible. Participate in driving and embedding AI and data-driven solutions where relevant.

About you

• Experience of the asset management , pension and platform industry and knowledge of its financial and operational drivers.

• Able to command respect from senior stakeholders and peers, comfortable playing a part in senior management discussions.

• Ability to lead, influence, challenge, advise and offer alternative perspectives or solutions.

• Accomplished communicator, able to present and articulate information concisely and with conviction.

• Capable of identifying information requirements and reviewing, designing and improving reporting and other processes.

• Strong collaboration and team-working skills, ideally with experience of working in a matrix and international environment.

• Ability to develop and enhance the performance of team members.

• Able to multi-task and prioritise under pressure.

• Native or business proficient (C2) language capability in German and English

Feel rewarded

For starters, we’ll offer you a comprehensive benefits package. We’ll value your wellbeing and support your development. And we’ll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work – finding a balance that works for all of us.

It’s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team. For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.

For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.