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This is a pivotal leadership role within the UK team, providing strategic business partnering across all directorates and overseeing financial systems implementation. As Head of Business Partnering, you will lead a high-performing team, ensuring that financial insights drive key decisions while collaborating with global teams to support the NGO's impactful mission.
Client Details
Our client is a renowned international NGO with a mission to create sustainable change worldwide. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, they are undergoing a period of transformation, offering a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful global initiatives.
Description
- Act as a key business partner for all UK directorates, providing financial insight and advice.
- Lead the implementation of financial systems, such as Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI, to improve accessibility, and functionality.
- Oversee audit processes, ensuring compliance with UK laws and donor requirements.
- Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to drive systems improvements and integration.
- Train and mentor business partners and non-financial colleagues to improve financial literacy.
- Work closely with the CFO and Financial Controller to align strategic objectives with operational goals.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including donors.
- Provide leadership to the team, fostering a culture of proactivity, collaboration, and accountability.
Profile
The successful Head of Business Partnering will:
- Be a qualified accountant (CCAB - ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a proven track record in leadership roles.
- Have experience in business partnering, financial systems implementation, and stakeholder engagement.
- Possess exceptional communication skills, able to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
- Bring experience in audits, compliance, and working with complex, multi-entity organisations.
- Have NGO or not-for-profit sector experience (desirable but not essential).
Longevity in previous roles and a strategic mindset will be key to success in this role.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary of up to £75,000.
- Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office.
- A generous benefits package, including: 27 days annual leave, pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15.5%, Life assurance (3x annual salary), cycle-to-work scheme.
- Opportunity to travel and contribute to international projects.
This is a fantastic chance to lead in a globally impactful organisation during the critical transformation phase. Applications are moving quickly, so don't miss out - apply today!
