Head of Europe Finance

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance brokerage seeks a Head of Finance for a 15-month FTC to cover maternity leave. This role is essential for managing the financial team and processes while liaising with senior stakeholders in Europe. The successful candidate will require relevant finance experience and qualifications, along with a desirable background in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in running annual budget processes and forecasting.
• Desirable insurance background for quicker understanding of business.
• 5+ years in a finance leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Europe Finance team consisting of 8 members.
• Liaise with COO and manage key stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee all financial processes including year-end and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Financial Planning

Education

Relevant Finance Qualifications

Job description

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Lockton is the world's largest privately held independent insurance brokerage. Our people-focused culture attracts those who care for one another and work together to reach a common goal. Our private ownership allows us to prioritize what is truly important: our clients, people, and communities. By joining Lockton, you'll have many opportunities and experiences to grow, enabling you to build a fulfilling long-term career with us. Our commitment to a supportive and inclusive culture ensures you will thrive personally and professionally. If you want to make a difference, then you belong at Lockton.

We are looking for a Head of Finance for a 15 month FTC to cover maternity leave. The role will encompass the full annual cycle of financial events and will be key in leading the Europe Finance team throughout this journey.

The role is crucial in liaising with the Europe management team and key stakeholder management will be a key requirement.

The successful candidate will:

• Be responsible for leading the Europe Finance team which consists of 8 team members

• Work closely with the COO of Europe and managing key stakeholder relationships

• Hold relevant Finance qualifications and experience to enable them to hit the ground running

• Be responsible for running the annual budget process, budget forecasting, the year end process and management of the team

• Desirably have an insurance background as this will enable them to understand the business quicker

• Be happy working in the London office 4 days per week – Monday to Thursday

• Be happy with occassional travel to Europe when required, this would be 1-2 nights