Finance Business Partnering Lead (P&L Ownership) | S4 | Procurement & Cost Management | Unity P[...]

Banco Santander; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution based in the UK is seeking a Finance Business Partnering Lead to take ownership of P&L and drive financial performance. The successful candidate will lead a team of Finance Business Partners and provide strategic insights to senior stakeholders. Ideal applicants will have a background in finance with strong analytical skills, experience in cost management, and the ability to convey complex information simply. This role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

£6,000 car allowance per year

Company-funded private medical insurance

Death-in-service benefit

Share plans and product discounts

Wellbeing support and gym discounts

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven responsibility for P&L ownership, performance management or senior business partnering.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms.

Responsibilities

• Own the full P&L and cost base for the business area.
• Lead and develop a team of Finance Business Partners.
• Drive effective cost management and commercial disciplines.

Skills

Senior Finance Management

P&L Ownership

Financial Planning

Cost Management

Data Insight Leadership

Job description

Finance Business Partnering Lead (P&L Ownership)

Location: Unity Place, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

The difference you make

Santander UK is looking for a Finance Business Partnering Lead based at Unity Place to act as a CFO‑style leader for a defined business area.

Responsibilities

• Own the full P&L and cost base for the business area, providing clear insight, challenge and recommendations to improve performance and drive strategic outcomes.
• Lead and develop a team of Finance Business Partners to deliver high‑quality forward‑looking analysis, planning and decision support to senior stakeholders.
• Translate complex financial and cost information into clear, impactful narratives and options for ExCo members, Heads of Business Areas and Programme Leads.
• Drive effective cost management and commercial disciplines, partnering with Procurement, Central Finance and the business to optimise spend and support strategic change.

What you’ll bring

Professional Experience

• Experience operating at a senior level in Finance with proven responsibility for P&L ownership, performance management or senior business partnering. (Required)
• Demonstrable track record of providing strategic insight and challenge to senior stakeholders influencing decisions and driving measurable financial outcomes over multiple years. (Required)
• Strong understanding of cost management, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes ideally within Financial Services. (Required)

Languages

• English (Required)

Hard Skills

• Strong financial analytical and commercial skills with the ability to connect financial performance to strategic drivers and operational activity. (Required)
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts and scenarios in simple, clear language tailored to different audiences. (Required)

Soft Skills

• Proven ability to build trusted influential relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a critical friend who can both support and challenge.
• Confident leadership of teams through change using data insight and best practice to drive performance, continuous improvement and a strong cost‑conscious culture.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service (with option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year)
• £6,000 car allowance per year
• Company‑funded private medical insurance
• Death‑in‑service benefit and income protection insurance (company‑funded); additional life assurance and critical illness cover at discounted rates
• Share plans, staff product discounts and other rewards
• Wellbeing support across physical, mental, social and financial pillars; gym discounts, online classes, flexible healthcare, mental health support, enhanced family leave and childcare options
• Volunteering opportunities and global growth prospects

Local compliance & Equality

We are an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating a recruitment experience that is accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates.

Right to work in the UK

Every individual must have the right to work in the UK to commence employment. If a visa or work permit is required, Santander will not influence the decision to progress an application based on that. However, lack of a right to work or an unsuccessful visa application will result in withdrawal of any conditional offer. No relocation package is available; Santander will cover mandatory government fees, but the employee is responsible for personal immigration and relocation costs.

What to do next

If this role interests you, please apply. If you need assistance during the recruitment process, contact us by email.

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