Key Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the preparation of consolidated plans (5 year and short-term), forecasts and monthly MI ensuring the provision of relevant, reliable, insightful and timely information for decision making;

• To draft the planning and forecasting instructions for the Divisions in a timely and concise manner;

• Through the provision of the consolidated five year plan, forecasts and monthly Management Information

• To identify key issues and areas for challenge and provide resolution of these and to engage with Divisions in debating these issues including with Senior Management

• To draft the executive commentaries on group financial performance for inclusion in board reports;

• To maintain effective working relations with the Business Units and across Group

• To ensure high quality, technically accurate and professionally presented MI reporting;

• Ad hoc projects and financial modelling as required;

• To deputise for the Head of Group MI & Planning as required

Essential Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or actuary with a minimum of 2 years in industry.

• Experience in the Insurance Industry is preferred however candidates from other areas of the financial services will be considered

• A proven track record in high level MI production

• Group reporting experience

• High level analytical skills

Preferred Experience

• Life Assurance reporting

• Solvency Reporting

• Understanding of life assurance and fund management businesses