Director- Model Build

Gridlines Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridlines, a fast-growing financial modelling consultancy, seeks an experienced Director to lead, grow and inspire a team of modelling professionals. You will shape complex models, guide project structures, and discuss commercial issues with clients to ensure accurate reflection in the models.

You will drive development of modelling methodologies, coordinate resources, and lead business development across key sectors, overseeing multiple teams and client engagements with a focus on growth and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevent experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
• Experience building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline; postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the growth and development of the financial modelling team [In Country]
• Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments and provide strategic guidance
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure they are reflected in the model
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modelling methodologies and tools
• Lead in the planning of resources across the team
• Develop and inspire a market-leading team and instil a collaborative, high-performing culture
• Lead in the growth of the financial modelling practice [In country] and contribute to business development
• Develop client pitches and contribute to strategic proposals

Skills

Leadership

Strategic growth

Entrepreneurial mindset

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in numerate discipline

Postgraduate accounting/finance beneficial

Accounting qualification beneficial

Tools

Excel

Job description

Company: Gridlines

Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We are transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make complex

financial decisions quickly and with confidence.

We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges.

We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.

Role:

We are seeking an experienced Director who is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.

The role will involve leading, developing and inspiring a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring

Operations:

• Lead in the growth and development of the financial modelling team [In Country]
• Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into the structuring and development of models.
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure they are accurately reflected in the model.
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modelling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Lead in the planning of resources across the team

People:

• Develop and inspire a market-leading team
• Instil a collaborative, high-performing culture

Growth:

• Lead in the growth of the financial modelling practice [In country]
• Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business
• Lead in the development of client pitches

Key Skills and Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• Entrepreneurial flair and a drive to create something exceptional.
• A respected leader within the financial modelling sector
• An in-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
• [10+] years of relevent experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline, with a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial.
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable.

A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites.

Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand.

Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools and resources.

Collaborative and supportive team culture.