Senior Business Manager – Financial Services Transformation

About the role

We are partnering with a global financial services organisation to recruit a Senior Business Manager who will lead a high‑profile, multi‑year transformation programme. The role is based in London on a hybrid schedule (three days in the office) and will be contracted for an initial twelve‑month period.

Key responsibilities

• Provide finance management and oversight for a transformation programme exceeding £50 million per annum.
• Drive governance, reporting and financial control frameworks across the project.
• Manage senior stakeholder relationships and deliver executive‑level communications and reports.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors, handling complex cost and hardware engagements.
• Navigate ambiguous, fast‑moving programme environments and resolve conflicts.

Required profile

• Proven experience in finance management within large‑scale transformation programmes (minimum £50 million annual budget).
• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant with strong governance and reporting expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders in high‑pressure settings.
• Experience working with third‑party vendors and managing complex cost structures.
• Resilient, proactive and able to meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills