Associate Finance Business Partner

Melia Hotels International; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality company is seeking an Associate Business Partner in London to support hotel operations through financial insights and collaboration. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with policies, analyzing financial performance, and aiding in budget processes. Candidates should hold a degree in finance and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Offering opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

29 days' holiday including public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Refer a friend bonus: £500

Discounted dental and health cover

Career growth opportunities

Personal development programs

High street discounts

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in hotel administration or finance operations role.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with financial and administrative policies.
• Support budget creation and monthly closing processes.
• Analyze financial performance and advise department leads.

Skills

Strong understanding of hotel business management

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial analysis

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking and planning

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting

Tools

PMS

SAP

Office Suite

Job description

Overview

"The world is yours with Meliá". Discover a path without limits at Meliá, where growth and development opportunities are endless. Embark on a journey that will take you to work in several countries and become part of our extended global family.

Join Our Team: Associate Business Partner- ME London Hotel

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career within the dynamic world of hospitality? We're looking for an Associate Business Partner to support hotel operations with smart insights, strong processes, and proactive collaboration.

This is a key role within our Finance team, ideal for someone who thrives on both structure and flexibility, and who enjoys working closely with hotel teams to ensure smooth operations, accurate financial performance, and continuous improvement.

As an Associate Business Partner, you'll be responsible for supporting the hotel by ensuring administrative, financial, and operational processes are running efficiently and in line with company policies. You'll act as the bridge between hotel operations and corporate objectives—offering insights, driving consistency, and helping to deliver strong results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with financial and administrative policies across the hotel.
• Supporting budget creation, monitoring, and monthly closing processes.
• Analysing financial performance and advising hotel managers and department leads.
• Assisting with cost control, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinating lease documentation and managing General Store processes.
• Supporting HR and operational teams in talent development and wellness initiatives.
• Contributing to sustainability, health & safety, and guest experience goals.

What We're Looking For

Education & Background:

• Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience in hotel administration or a similar finance operations role

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of hotel business management and operational processes.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with accounting standards, reporting tools, and financial systems (e.g., PMS, SAP, Office Suite).
• Knowledge of cost control, risk management, and people development practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to influence and collaborate across departments.
• A proactive mindset with solid planning, organization, and critical thinking skills.

What We Offer

• A role with real impact in one of the world's most dynamic industries.
• Opportunities for growth and internal development across multiple functions.
• A supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and well-being.
• A company culture built on integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

You will enjoy My MeliáRewards which is the exclusive loyalty program for our employees with exclusive benefits and advantages.

In addition, enjoy the My MeliáBenefits program: with flexible remuneration, exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services, active and healthy lifestyles, and charitable initiatives. Be as proud to belong to Meliá as we are of you

• Holidays: 29 days' holiday including 8 public holidays

• Contributory pension scheme

• Refer a friend bonus: £500 (subject to successfully completed 6 months' probation)

• Discounted dental and health cover with HSF

• Great discounts with Melia Hotels Worldwide: (Friends & families discounts)

• Personal Development: programs designed to support your career right from the start, with unlimited access to online learning platform

• Awards and Recognition Programs: Join a culture of recognition and reward, with loyalty bonuses and referral incentives

• Career growth: fantastic opportunity to progress and access to a network of over 350 hotels across the world (subject to local right to work rules)

• High street discounts: with Perks at Work

• Meals on duty, Payday Parties and Laundry

At Meliá we are all VIP

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of discrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to all our collaborators, we make it possible.

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