Do you have the unique balance of interpersonal and technical skills to be one of the GLA’s Finance Business Partners?

We have three exciting opportunities to drive the implementation of Finance Business Partnering model, at the heart of our newly reformed finance team.

You would work in partnership with directorate leaders to lead the achievement of strategic objectives through the provision of high-quality strategic Finance advice, direction, insight and support.

You must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships to act as a credible strategic partner within the business area/s. This means being able to influence and challenge strategic decisions, ensuring stakeholders are fully aware of the financial impact, whilst providing accurate management information to enable evidence-based decision making.

Being able to communicate technical and complex financial information clearly and concisely is essential.

There isn’t an ideal candidate…..we are looking for suitably qualified (CCAB or equivalent) individuals who can be themselves, be innovative, engage with our senior managers (and directors) to show them what great Finance Business Partnering looks like.

This role will be based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).  GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. 

In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

If you have a question about the role, please contact anna.casbolt@london.gov.uk  or a question about the application process, please email glarecruitment@engageats.co.uk quoting reference GLA5167.

To apply, please visit our website. On applying, you will need to supply a a supporting statement clearly addressing the person specification criteria (technical requirements and behavioural competencies).

Application closing date:  Monday 18 July 2022 at 23:59 GMT.

Interviews will take place: Thursday 28 or Friday 29 July 2022.

London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.