Principal Adaptive Planning Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Adaptive Planning is seeking experienced consultants to lead implementations and drive financial transformation projects. This role involves direct engagement with clients, translating their business needs into technical solutions, and overseeing project delivery. Ideal candidates will possess strong FP&A knowledge and a consultative approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading Adaptive Planning implementations.
• Strong understanding of FP&A processes, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementations of Workday Adaptive Planning solutions.
• Engage with CFOs and FP&A teams to design models.
• Provide quality assurance and manage project timelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are working with the UK’s leading Adaptive Planning delivery partner, a company that has achieved Platinum partner status and is expanding rapidly across Europe. Known for delivering high-impact financial transformation projects, this consultancy partners with some of the world’s most recognisable brands across a range of industries. With a strong reputation for excellence and a growing team of specialists, they offer an exciting opportunity for experienced consultants who want to shape the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementations of Workday Adaptive Planning solutions for mid to enterprise clients
• Engage directly with CFOs, FDs, and FP&A teams to understand requirements and design fit-for-purpose models
• Translate complex business needs into technical solutions and oversee configuration and delivery
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication
• Provide quality assurance across deliverables and ensure adherence to project standards
• Support pre-sales activity, including demos, scoping, and proposal development
• Mentor and support junior consultants and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team

Requirements

• Proven experience leading Adaptive Planning implementations, ideally in a consultancy setting
• Strong understanding of FP&A processes, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of related systems (e.g., Workday Financials, NetSuite, Anaplan) is a bonus
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and Europe when required