Head of Business Management

Legal & General; Hove; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Hove is seeking a Head of Business Management to drive operational excellence and innovation. You will manage financial planning, workforce strategies, and improve performance within the Group Functions IT team. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in IT financial management and proven leadership skills. The role offers competitive benefits including a performance-related bonus and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Generous pension contribution

Company car allowance

Life assurance

Healthcare Plan

30+ days holiday

Flexible working options

Electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in financial and operational management within an IT environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to analyze and present management information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and champion operational improvements.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and cost optimization activities.
• Oversee workforce planning and recruitment strategy.

Skills

Financial and operational management

Leadership skills

Data analysis and presentation

Workforce planning

Continuous improvement

Lean Six Sigma

IT governance knowledge

Familiarity with AI and automation tools

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Job Description

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can influence change and drive performance? We’re looking for a Head of Business Management to join our Group Functions IT (GFIT) team – a central function that plays a critical role in shaping the future of our technology operations.

In this high-impact role, you’ll be at the heart of our IT leadership team, responsible for delivering best-in-class business operations, financial performance, and workforce planning. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation to align our IT strategy with business goals, while leading a talented team and championing continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Leading cross-functional initiatives and championing operational improvements across Group Functions IT
2. Managing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation activities
3. Shaping and delivering the annual operating plan aligned with strategic priorities
4. Overseeing workforce planning, recruitment strategy, and resource management
5. Driving innovation and continuous improvement to enhance user experience and efficiency
6. Owning and evolving the internal and external communication strategy
7. Collaborating with senior stakeholders to align on strategic goals and service delivery
8. Supporting and developing a high-performing Business Management team

Qualifications - Who we’re looking for:

1. Demonstrable experience in financial and operational management within an IT environment
2. Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing high-performing teams
3. Proven ability to analyse, interpret data and present management information to influence and engage senior stakeholders through the analysis of data across complex organisations
4. Experience in workforce planning and resource management in Agile and Waterfall settings
5. A strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
6. Lean Six Sigma experience
7. Knowledge of IT governance, supplier management, and performance metrics
8. Familiarity with automation, AI, and Microsoft 365 tools (desirable)

Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• A company car allowance
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 30 days holiday, plus public holidays. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday
• Competitive family leave
• Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax-efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
• Discounts on our products and at various stores

In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned to foster collaboration and wellbeing. Our offices are great spaces to connect and work effectively.

Additional Information

At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. Joining us means being part of a welcoming, inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our leaders care about your future and wellbeing, and we support your career development through various initiatives.

We value outcomes over attendance and offer flexible working options, including part-time, term-time, and job shares. While some roles may have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we consider requests when possible.

Don't worry if you don't meet every criterion. Focus on your strengths, potential, and how you connect with our purpose.