Senior Finance Business Partner - Commercial Performance & Incentives

GWI; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data company in London is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to oversee the sales commission lifecycle and provide critical insights on performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial finance, systems like Salesforce or Spiff, and strong stakeholder management skills. With hybrid work options and generous benefits, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make an impactful contribution in a diverse team.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Health cash plan

4% pension matching

Career growth programs

Flexibility with work hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales commission or commercial finance role.
• Ability to work with large datasets ensuring accuracy.
• Effective communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end sales commission lifecycle.
• Partner with Sales Leadership to design incentive plans.
• Provide actionable insight on sales performance and commission effectiveness.

Skills

Sales commission experience

Revenue operations knowledge

Strong stakeholder management

Data analysis skills

Commercial judgment

Tools

Salesforce

Spiff

ERP platforms

Job description

Weekly office requirement: Hybrid, 2 days in office

Employment type: Permanent

At GWI we're always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we're looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner - Commercial Performance & Incentives to play a key role in our Finance team in London. If that's you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary.

As our Senior Finance Business Partner you'll:

• Own the end-to-end sales commission lifecycle, from incentive plan design and governance through to system management, calculation, payout, and audit
• Partner closely with Sales Leadership to design incentive plans that drive the right behaviours while balancing motivation, scalability, and financial discipline
• Act as the single source of truth for commission data and tooling, ensuring accurate, timely payouts supported by robust controls, automation, and clean data
• Provide actionable insight on sales performance and commission effectiveness, influencing decision-making through analysis, forecasting, and continuous plan optimisation
• Commission Plan Design & Governance
• Commission Tool Ownership & Maintenance
• Commission Calculation & Payments
• Sales Performance & Insight

What do I need to bring with me?

• Proven years of experience in a sales commission, revenue operations or commercial finance role.
• Experience with systems such as Spiff, Salesforce, or ERP platforms.
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to challenge Sales constructively.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work with large datasets, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Experience partnering with global or multi-market sales teams.
• Equally important is attitude: think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time).

What We Offer

• Time to recharge – 25 days' annual leave, plus office closures over the holidays.
• Health & wellbeing – Health cash plan, enhanced family benefits, carer days, and mental health support.
• Financial benefits – Competitive salary, 4% pension matching, and recognition programs that celebrate success.
• Flexibility & balance – Flexitime, early Friday finishes, hybrid and remote options, plus a "work from home" budget.
• Career growth – Accredited learning, leadership development, and global career mobility.
• Community & impact – DE&I initiatives, volunteering opportunities, donation matching, and payroll giving.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity is fundamental to who we are – both as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities, and so must our teams. We strive to ensure our workforce is as diverse and inclusive as the insights we provide to our clients. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to providing all necessary adjustments during the hiring process. We also actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalized communities. At GWI, you will find a place where you can contribute meaningfully, grow professionally, and belong fully.