Finance Analyst - M&A, Modelling & Transaction Services

Fordham Talent Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fordham Talent Partnership coordinates a London-based asset manager seeking a high-calibre Finance Analyst to empower the central finance function. You will lead complex modelling and scenario analysis, shaping business cases and strategic initiatives for growth.

The role requires translating financial mechanics into clear insights for non-finance stakeholders and owning deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced financial modelling capability and ability to structure/interpret data from multiple sources.
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to translate financial mechanics into insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience supporting M&A, restructuring, transformation or cost-optimisation initiatives in asset management or regulated financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex financial modelling, scenario analysis and business case development.
• Evaluate strategic initiatives and support benefits tracking.
• Provide decision support across organic expansion and inorganic opportunities.

Skills

Advanced financial modelling

Commercial judgement

Data interpretation

Strategic thinking

M&A experience

Job description

The Mandate We are partnering with a London‑based asset manager to appoint a high‑calibre Finance Analyst into their central finance function. This role is a key enabler for the firm’s strategic priorities, change programmes, and commercial growth agenda.

The Role This is a commercially‑focused finance seat with genuine impact. Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will lead complex financial modelling, scenario analysis and business case development. You’ll evaluate strategic initiatives, support benefits tracking, and provide decision support across both organic expansion and potential inorganic opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Technical Depth: Advanced financial modelling capability with the ability to structure and interpret data from multiple sources.

Commercial Agility: Strong commercial judgement and the ability to translate financial mechanics into clear, actionable insights for non‑finance stakeholders.

Strategic Exposure: Experience supporting M&A, restructuring, transformation or cost‑optimisation initiatives within asset management or regulated financial services.

Autonomous Execution: A proactive operator who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes full ownership of deliverables, and challenges assumptions constructively.