Senior Business Manager

Cornwallis Elt; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Financial Services is seeking a Senior Business Manager to lead Sustainable Investments and Equities initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with C-suite executives, shaping business strategy and driving operational efficiency in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in data strategy and stakeholder engagement, ensuring impactful contributions to high-profile projects. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and strategic insight, and take the next step in your career within a thriving sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Senior Business Manager or COO support role.
• Strong strategic planning and operational delivery capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive Sustainable Investments strategy and operations.
• Support Equities Technology function and manage reporting.
• Provide executive support across strategic programs and governance.

Skills

Senior Business Manager experience

Sustainable Investments

Data strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Operational delivery

Data reporting

Analytical mindset

Job description

Senior Business Manager – Sustainable Investments, Equities, and Senior COS – Financial Services – London (Hybrid) – Contract – £760–£900 p.d. dependent on experience - Inside IR35 via umbrella

My client, a market-leading Data & Analytics organisation within Financial Services, is currently recruiting for several senior Business Manager positions to support a high-impact area of the business across different divisions within the firm. These roles are offered on an initial contract basis and provide the opportunity to work in a dynamic, expanding and strategic environment supporting C-suite and senior leadership.

Business Manager – Sustainable Investments Focus

• Drive Sustainable Investments strategy and operations within a small but expanding Sustainable Investments division.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to build data methodologies and frameworks as well as supporting on key regulations within this space.
• Ideal for candidates with a strong background in Sustainable Investments, data strategy, and senior stakeholder engagement.

Business Manager – Equities/Technology Division Focus

• Support a fast-paced Equities Technology function, reporting to senior leadership.
• Act as the operational glue between business and tech teams, enabling delivery of strategic change and risk initiatives.
• Manage reporting, project oversight, and transformation delivery in an agile, analytical environment.

Senior Business Manager – Chief of Staff style Role

• Operate at a divisional COO level, providing executive support and oversight across strategic programs, operations, and governance.
• Liaise with C-suite, shape business strategy, manage change portfolios, and improve operational efficiency.
• A great fit for senior candidates who have previously operated in high-visibility leadership support roles across global financial services firms.

Key Skills Required Across All Roles:

• Proven experience in a Senior Business Manager or COO support capacity within Financial Services.
• Strong strategic planning, operational delivery, and data reporting capabilities.
• Ability to communicate with and influence senior stakeholders across business and technology teams.
• Excellent analytical mindset and comfort with change and ambiguity.

These are high-profile opportunities offering exposure to senior leadership, strategic business initiatives, and the chance to shape key outcomes in growing areas of the business.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.