Senior Manager, Capital Allocation and Business Control

Liberty Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Manager for Capital Allocation & Business Control. This role involves delivering data-driven insights to senior leadership, conducting scenario analyses, and leading budgeting processes. Candidates should be qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with advanced financial modelling skills and adept at influencing stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary, substantial benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus

25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase more

Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits

Matched pension contribution up to 10%

24 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off

Discounted gym and wellness memberships

Access to online learning platform

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified with experience in commercial finance and FP&A.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, agile, commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality management reporting for the Board and senior leadership.
• Conduct scenario analyses, assessing the financial impact of M&A activities.
• Lead the budgeting and long-range planning process for operating companies.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel/PowerPoint

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualification

Tools

Oracle

Smartview

HFM

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Capital Allocation & Business Control to join us.

The Senior Manager, Capital Allocation & Business Control will play a key role in providing the CFO and senior leadership with clear, data-driven insights into the performance of Liberty Global’s operating companies. Working as part of a high-impact team, this role will deliver regular portfolio performance analysis and develop Board materials that articulate business results, trends, and outlook. By translating complex financial data into actionable insights, the Senior Manager will help drive informed decision-making and enable optimal capital allocation across the Liberty Global portfolio.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare high-quality management reporting and performance insights for the Board, ELT, CEO, FLT, and CFO.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess the financial impact of M&A activity, macroeconomic shifts, and competitive dynamics.
• Partner with Strategy, M&A, and other functions on strategic and ad hoc initiatives to support enterprise decision‑making.
• Lead the budgeting and long‑range planning process for Liberty Global’s operating companies, ensuring alignment with group objectives.
• Review, challenge, and provide value‑added feedback on budgets and long‑range plans submitted by operating companies.
• Own Group liquidity management, overseeing cash budgeting and forecasting, identifying risks and opportunities, and evaluating the cash implications of Group‑wide initiatives and investments.

We tend to look for people with:

• Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent), with experience in commercial finance and FP&A
• Skilled in financial modelling and advanced Excel/PowerPoint, with experience using financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Smartview, HFM) and AI tools to drive efficiency.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and storytelling skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and shape financial narratives.
• Strong commercial acumen and deep understanding of financial performance drivers.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and drive alignment.
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven, with strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, agile, and commercially led environments, adapting quickly to change while juggling multiple priorities.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + bonus
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
• Matched pension contribution up to 10% (UK only)
• Free public transport subscription (NL only)
• 24 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off
• Discounted gym and wellness memberships
• Access to our car benefit scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
• The chance to join an innovative, fast‑paced and passionate team

Who we are:

Liberty Global is a dynamic team of operators and investors committed to generating and delivering value through the strategic management of our three platforms: Liberty Telecom, Liberty Growth and Liberty Services.

Liberty Telecom delivers next‑generation products through our advanced fibre and 5Gnetworks, providing over 80 million fixed and mobile connections across Europe through well‑known brands such as Virgin Media O2, VodafoneZiggo and Telenet.

Liberty Growth is our $3bn investment portfolio of fast‑growing businesses in content, tech, and infrastructure which includes stakes in ITV, Televisa Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series, as well brands such as Wyre, nexfibre, Egg and Believ.

Liberty Services is our newest platform spearheaded by Liberty Blume, providing tech‑enabled professional services to the Liberty Global Group and 3rd party businesses.

Working at Liberty Global means a career at the heart of a vibrant, innovative group of companies driving value for shareholders, people and society.

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. If you are curious and resilient with a limitless mindset, we’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.