My client is a well-known global investment bank with a highly successful UK and European FIG investment banking business and they are currently making an incremental FIG M&A hire in London - a VP (or potentially Senior Associate) to specialise in Insurance. In this capacity you will work closely with senior bankers (and a strong junior team) to maximise origination and deal execution capabilities. This business offers a collegial and entrepreneurial environment and rewards staff with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals and clients.  

Core responsibilities:

• Leading executing of Life and Non-Life pan-European transactions • Oversee creation and preparation of client presentations in support of new business development and transaction execution • Coordinating and performing business due diligence, valuation etc, preparation of confidential memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other presentations • Involvement in building relationships and maintaining direct contact with current and prospective clients • Providing guidance, mentorship, and training to Analysts The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities and background: • Proven background in M&A and possess impressive FIG investment banking experience (including Insurance specific transactions and client work) • Strong communications skills: ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients • Outstanding analytical skills, including ability to perform extensive data analysis • Excellent financial modelling experience • Possess business acumen to initiate and extend group marketing and client development efforts • Team player Apply This Job on Our Official Website

Job Title: Investment Banking Consumer & Retail Corporate Title: Associate / Vice President Location: London, United Kingdom  

Company Overview

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!  

Role Description

Bank of America’s EMEA Consumer & Retail Investment Banking team, based in London, is looking for a strong and experienced Associate / Vice President to join the team. The EMEA Consumer & Retail team cover a large number of well-known clients on both strategic and financial matters across: • Consumer (e.g. Beverage, Food, Home & Personal Care, Tobacco etc.) and; • Retail (e.g. Apparel & Luxury, Food Retail, Specialty Retail, Foodservice & Restaurants, etc) on both strategic and financial matters • The team has also been steadily increasing coverage of disruptive companies across both digital commerce and fast-growing food and beverage brands and technologies. We hold leading positions, both globally and in EMEA, resulting in good exposure to interesting companies and live transaction execution. As an Associate / Vice President in the team, you will participate in the full cycle of coverage and transaction execution including idea generation and will cover all traditional Investment Banking products (M&A, Debt, Equity). Globally, we collaborate with 90+ Consumer & Retail professionals in New York, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Sydney and Sao Paulo. Key competencies in the candidate would include great attitude/work ethic, strong technical and financial modelling capabilities, sector knowledge/interest, ability to work independently with limited guidance, leadership and teamwork and strong communication skills.    

Responsibilities

More specifically, Associate level day-to-day role will include: • Formulate and develop client pitch-books and analysis to support our client coverage activities • Lead workstreams on various live transactions (e.g. M&A, IPO, etc.) including drafting marketing materials, building financial models, coordination of due diligence, etc. • Detailed operational and financial analysis of companies, including comparable company trading analysis and transaction analysis • Build detailed financial models (operating models, merger models, DCF, LBO, etc.) • Research on companies and industries and support on client initiatives including generating and developing new M&A ideas • Assume responsibility for monitoring targeted clients in terms of newsflow and announcements • Build direct cross functional relationships with bankers in product and regional business units More specifically, Vice President level day-to-day role will include: • Play a key role supporting origination and deal execution, working on a broad scope of assignments and products within the Consumer & Retail industry • Expected to make an immediate contribution • Support senior bankers in day-to-day client coverage • Play a leadership role in the execution of M&A transactions and equity and debt financings • Help formulate and develop client pitch-books and analysis to support our client coverage activities • Mentor and train junior team members • Lead client coverage for smaller accounts    

What We Are Looking For in an Associate

• Self-motivated and driven • Proven financial analysis and modelling skills • High attention to detail and diligence • Display analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as financial and commercial acumen • Strong interpersonal communication skills • Capable of working effectively both independently and with multiple teams and individuals • Fluency in English is essential and a second European language a plus    

What We Are Looking For in a Vice President

• Requisite years of Investment Banking experience, ideally also including Consumer & Retail experience • Professional maturity and experience to interact directly with client and drive origination and execution • Self-motivated and driven • Proven financial analysis and modelling skills • High attention to detail and diligence • Display analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as financial and commercial acumen • Strong interpersonal communication skills • Capable of working effectively both independently and with multiple teams and individuals • Fluency in English is essential and a second European language a plus  

Bank of America

Good conduct and sound judgment is crucial to our long term success. It’s important that all employees in the organisation understand the expected standards of conduct and how we manage conduct risk. Individual accountability and an ownership mind-set are the cornerstones of our Code of Conduct and are at the heart of managing risk well. We are an equal opportunities employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, socio-economic background, responsibility for dependants or physical or mental disability. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are accessible for all candidates and encourage any candidates to tell us about any adjustment requirements. Apply This Job on Our Official Website

Location - Birmingham, UK Expectations - Full time in the office Join Metro – Where Innovation Meets Logistics Excellence At Metro, we don’t just move freight - we move boundaries. Powered by cutting-edge technology and driven by passionate people, we deliver world-class import/export solutions across air, ocean, and road freight, as well as supply chain management and specialist services in retail, manufacturing, automotive and chemical sectors amongst others. We are now seeking a Junior FP&A Analyst to join our growing Finance function—an ideal role for someone early in their finance career who is analytically driven, eager to learn, and ready to grow in a fast‑paced, multinational environment. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support financial reporting, global analysis, FX monitoring, and month‑end processes across our UK, USA and India entities. This role offers exceptional exposure, hands‑on experience, and the chance to develop into a well‑rounded finance professional.      

What You’ll Be Doing

Your role will include: Financial Analysis & Reporting • Support monthly management reporting cycles. • Assist in preparing management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary. • Conduct cost, overhead and departmental budget analysis to support commercial decision‑making. • Provide accurate analysis for global reporting across UK, USA and India entities. FX (Foreign Exchange) Analysis • Monitor FX movements and assess their impact on business performance. • Support hedging analysis and FX forecasting activities. • Assist the Financial Controller with FX exposure reporting. General Ledger & Month‑End Support • Perform accurate nominal and GL postings across multiple entities. • Assist with monthly close activities including reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and journal preparation. • Help maintain integrity of financial data within the ERP system. Audit & Compliance • Prepare schedules, reconciliations and documentation for internal and external audits. • Support statutory filing processes across UK, US and India. • Maintain strong internal controls across all FP&A processes. Cross‑Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Operations, Commercial, Procurement and International Finance teams. • Assist with ad‑hoc modelling, forecasting and business case analysis. • Contribute to process improvement and system enhancement initiatives.        

What You’ll Bring

You’ll need:  

Skills

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail. • Solid understanding of accounting principles (journals, accruals, reconciliations, variance analysis). • Confident Excel user (lookups, pivots, basic modelling). • Clear and confident communication skills, able to present findings effectively. • Ability to manage deadlines and work across time zones. • Proactive, curious and eager to learn.  

Experience & Qualifications

• Studying towards CIMA / ACCA (desirable, not essential). • Prior experience in finance (AP/AR/GL/analysis) preferred—but open to graduates with placement experience. • Experience working in a multinational environment is advantageous.    

Why Metro?

We believe in rewarding our people. Here’s a selection of what you’ll enjoy: • Discretionary bi-annual bonus – because your success drives ours. • Health & wellness perks – including gym discounts, retail offers, and more. • Health cash plan – supporting your wellbeing. • Octopus EV car scheme – drive electric, drive smart. • Free parking – no stress, no cost. • Respectful, inclusive culture – where your voice matters. • Training & development – grow with us, every step of the way.    

Plus, You’ll Enjoy:

• Career Mobility & Growth – We actively promote from within and offer clear pathways to progress into senior roles or explore other departments. • Cross-Training Opportunities – Expand your skillset by working across different freight modes and supply chain functions. • Fast-Paced, High-Impact Work – Be part of a team that thrives on energy, agility, and delivering results under pressure. • Make a Global Impact – Help major international brands deliver on time, every time - your work keeps global supply chains moving. • Tech-Driven Efficiency – Work with industry-leading systems like Cargowise and MVT to streamline operations and reduce manual tasks. Apply This Job on Our Official Website

What We’re All About at Kroo

Kroo has a big vision. To be the first Bank that is both trusted and loved by its customers. We’re helping people take control of their financial future and achieve their goals, whilst making a positive impact on the planet. Here at Kroo, doing what is right is in our DNA. We act with integrity, transparency and honesty. We think big, dream big, and relentlessly pursue our goals. We like to be bold, break new ground, and we never stop learning. But most importantly, we are on this journey together.    

About the Team

We are a multi-disciplined team of experienced technology, banking, customer experience, marketing, and legal professionals who share a passion for the company’s mission and believe in a collaborative approach to creating the greatest social bank. We are building a diverse team of inquisitive people who want to understand customer needs and behaviour so we can develop innovative products that change people’s lives for good. What you’ll do: This is an excellent chance for a Junior Financial Crime Analyst to dive into the world of financial crime detection in the banking industry. In this role, you’ll gain invaluable experience with the support of structured training and mentorship. As a key member of the Financial Crime Detection Team, you’ll help identify, investigate, and mitigate financial crime risks, safeguarding our bank and customers. Here’s what you’ll be doing: • Support Daily Detection Operations: Play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of our Financial Crime Detection Team, helping ensure tasks and responsibilities are managed smoothly. • Investigate Suspicious Activity: Examine transaction monitoring alerts to detect and investigate potentially suspicious activities. • Assist Team Leadership: Work alongside the Detection Team Lead to support team goals and uphold quality standards. • Conduct In-Depth Reviews: Perform detailed checks on periodic and enhanced due diligence alerts to verify compliance and accuracy. • Spot Emerging Trends: Use data analysis to identify new financial crime trends and patterns. • Oversee Payment Reviews: Carry out payment reviews efficiently, balancing risk management with customer experience. • Collaborate with External Entities: Liaise with other financial institutions and law enforcement to address and prevent financial crime. • Engage Across Departments: Work with various teams within the business to support company-wide financial crime prevention strategies. • Enhance Processes: Assist in refining and updating existing processes, systems, and procedures to improve effectiveness. This role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about financial crime detection and eager to deepen their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.        

Requirements

• Previous experience or even exposure to fraud prevention or financial crime operations. • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to learning and tackling challenges in financial crime detection. • Readiness to handle escalations and support investigations, with enthusiasm for building skills in these areas. • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality standards in your work. • Analytical mindset with a keen eye for identifying patterns and trends in data, supporting the detection of suspicious activity. • Team-oriented, thriving in a collaborative and dynamic environment. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for clear and effective reporting and collaboration.         Benefits

What we offer:

At our cutting-edge fintech company, we know that attracting and retaining the best talent means offering top-notch benefits that help our employees thrive both in and outside of work. Check out what we currently offer: • Generous holiday time: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 1 Kroo bank holiday (June 24th), and 1 day off during the week of your birthday. • Personal days: We know that life can be unpredictable, so we offer 3 personal days to use as needed. • Employer-sponsored volunteer program: We're passionate about giving back to our community, and we support our employees in doing the same with up to 4 hours per month of employer-sponsored volunteer time. • Mental health support: We care about the mental health of our team members and offer access to Spill, our mental health support partner. • Workplace pension: We want you to feel secure about your future, so we offer a workplace pension with a 5% employee contribution and a 3% employer top-up. • Top-notch equipment: We provide top-of-the-line equipment necessary for smooth hybrid work, including a MacBook laptop. Additionally, we also offer support in establishing your home office by contributing towards your setup if required. • Modern office: When you're in the office, you'll enjoy access to our modern, bustling workspace in Central Manchester. • Cycle to Work scheme: We encourage sustainable transportation with our Cycle to Work scheme. • Electric Car scheme: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint, and our Electric Car scheme makes it easy for our employees to do the same. • Enhanced parental leave: We know that family comes first, and we offer an enhanced parental leave policy to support our employees in starting and growing their families. • Room for growth: As a fast-paced, high-growth start-up, we're dedicated to providing our employees with room to grow and excel. • You get full healthcare for you and your nuclear family via Vitality. Office/Remote Working and Working Times: This is a hybrid role based in Manchester, with an expectation to attend the office in Manchester city centre once per week, while the remainder of your time will be spent working from home. Please note that onboarding and training will take place remotely. Our ambition is to be a truly 24/7 customer-focused bank. To support this, you’ll work 5 shifts per week (Monday to Sunday), totalling 37.5 hours. Shifts will be scheduled in advance and typically fall between 07:00 and 19:30. Diversity and Inclusion: We wholeheartedly uphold our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Every employee is highly regarded, respected, and supported without any form of judgement or prejudice. We consider Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion as fundamental pillars guiding our path in all aspects of our bank. We also ensure that reasonable adjustments are made available to all candidates throughout the recruitment process. To all Recruitment Agencies: At Kroo Bank, agency resumes are strictly prohibited. Do not submit agency resumes or forward them to our job advertisements or Kroo Bank employees. Be aware that Kroo Bank will not assume any responsibility for fees incurred due to unsolicited resumes. To ensure a fair and efficient application process, all candidates are kindly requested to submit their applications directly through the advertised platform. We kindly ask that you refrain from reaching out to the company or its employees via email, LinkedIn, or any other communication channels for inquiries or updates. Please note that any attempts to contact us through these channels will not receive a response. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please note: Kroo values honesty and integrity in all candidates therefore, applications should be accurate and truthful. As part of our hiring process, we conduct employment history and reference checks. Any undisclosed discrepancies, misrepresentations, or false information may result in the withdrawal of your application or job offer. Apply This Job on Our Official Website

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards      

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Contributes to the achievement of financial and business objectives through accurate and timely financial analysis and reporting. Works cross-functionally with operations, commercial finance, and finance to resolve issues related to any of the following: revenue, costs, contract values, billing, balance sheet management, financial reporting, financial tools and processes.      

Day to day responsibilities:

• Administers the daily financial management of project portfolio and/or special assignments. • Identifies issues related to contract modifications, contract values, and contract deliverables. • Performs analysis of budget to actual data on monthly, quarterly, and annual bases and for revenue calculations and forecasting; and/or prepares payment schedules/invoice back-ups and/or process invoices maintaining cash neutrality; and/or performs regular reconciliations and analysis of revenues and billing on a project and company level; and/or creates trackers, financial tools, dashboards and provides technical solutions by manipulating large datasets and compiling data. • Analyzes cost assignments, ensuring that all assigned projects adhere to • accepted cost accounting standards. • Coordinates and supervises deliverables of assigned projects and manages outcomes to corporate targets. • Tracks, maintains and/or interpret project information and budgets within the project accounting system; and/or takes part in reviewing and development of financial reports, tools, systems, policies and processes in support of financial management process and improved efficiency. • Coordinates with other staff to ensure sponsors are invoiced in a timely and accurate manner; all amounts are collected, any remaining final balances are appropriately cleared; and/or the agreed financial processes are followed. • Supports management in assessing and minimizing the risk on revenue and gross profit and/or balances associated with assigned balance sheet accounts and/or financial processes and tools. • Interacts with leadership through the presentation of database extracts and • Datasets, tools, models, data analysis, and dashboards          

Education and Experience:

• Relevant experience in finance related role required • Professional accounting qualification or part-qualified (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is advantageous • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems • Strong understanding of accounting principles, month-end close processes, and financial controls • Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English • Experience with account reconciliations and journal entry preparation • Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks • Strong organizational skills with ability to meet strict deadlines • Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams • Experience with financial reporting tools and systems • System automation and process improvement mindset • Customer-focused approach with ability to build strong stakeholder relationships • Ability to adapt to new technologies and processes • Demonstrated commitment to integrity and professional ethics Apply This Job on Our Official Website

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.      

Job Summary

This role is to support the delivery of financial plans, financial forecasts, and the capital planning process across CDW UK & International. Responsible for financial integrity and analytical support across the business and provides multiple levels of management including the UK exec information, through regular business performance reporting.        

What you will do

• Delivery of a timely Month End close with analysis & insight provided to senior management into the dynamics of the P&L during and immediately post close process. • Ensure all FP&A queries are managed in a timely fashion including the delivery of a regular local finance calendar aligning with global timelines. • Timely consolidation of departmental monthly business reporting & KPIs while challenging stakeholders to provide insight and exploring companywide patterns. • Driving consistency through engagement with FBPs & executive stakeholders delivering behavioural change and report standardisation.        

What we expect of you

Minumum basic requirements • Support the Head of Consolidations in the production and review of monthly financial statements (P&L, BS & CF) across CDW UK & International (by entity). • Responsible for financial integrity, business partnering & analytical support across the business including senior management and UK&I executive information, through regular business performance reporting. This includes month end and managing midmonth revenue, cost & headcount reporting forums along with input into a consolidated monthly business review. • Assist the Head of Consolidations & business leaders with ad hoc requests when required ensuring that global and local calendars are clearly communicated to all local stakeholders.        

Preferred skills, experience, and qualities needed

• CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spanning internal and external stakeholders • Highly motivated with a track record of advancement and development within their role • Meticulous planner & impeccable track record meeting deadlines • Conceptual thinker comfortable challenging the status quo • Advanced user of Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint We make technology work so people can do great things. CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW’s goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review CDW's AI Applicant Notice. Apply This Job on Our Official Website

Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets. Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet. We have 4,600 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows. As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward. Rothschild & Co is committed to an inclusive and supportive environment where different perspectives are valued. We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.      

Overview of the business

  Rothschild & Co’s Debt Advisory and Restructuring (“DA&R”) business is made up of over 200 bankers across 14 countries, advising on more than €300 billion of capital raises and restructurings each year.   Closing >300 transactions annually, the business benefits from exceptional deal flow and exposure to most high-profile and complex deals, across all sectors.   We are primarily an origination business, consistently attracting new clients to the firm. However, we also operate as a fully-integrated part of R&Co’s Global Advisory practice, collaborating closely with the M&A sector and Global Markets Solutions teams to deliver seamless execution on deals across the capital structure. Our tremendous deal flow is driven by our long-standing market-leading position, at the centre of the global financing and capital markets, and expertise through dedicated specialist teams (Leveraged Finance, Investment Grade and Restructuring). Demonstrating our market dominance, we are:

• Europe’s largest placer of private credit (senior through junior and structured instruments)
• The only advisor with TLB and high-yield bond deal flow equivalent to the top-tier bookrunner banks
• Retained advisor to many of Europe’s largest and most influential corporates

  The DA&R business serves a diverse client base across industry sectors, including some of the world’s most well-recognised businesses and financial sponsors, for example:

• Private Equity sponsors: Ares, Apollo, Blackstone, Bridgepoint, Carlyle, CVC, EQT, Exponent, GSAM, Inflexion, KKR, Montagu, Providence, Searchlight, SVP, Waterland, etc.
• Corporates: Wimbledon, Thames Water, Porsche, Burberry, Iceland, Flutter, Colosseum Dental, Dishoom, MasMovil Orange, Marshall, Experian, John Lewis, etc.

  The Leveraged Finance (Private Equity, Private Credit, Capital Markets & Structured Capital Advisory) team provides impartial, expert advice to our core client base of large and mid-cap private equity investors, non-investment grade corporates, families and entrepreneurs across Europe.   We design and execute strategic financing solutions to help our clients reach their goals, acting as a trusted partner, taking a long-term and independent view of the challenges they face.        

Role responsibilities

 

• Client Interaction
  • Support senior team members in relationship management with direct exposure to C-Suite at corporates and senior Private Equity professionals, while taking ownership of direct junior‑level client interactions
  • Work directly with a broad client base, including private equity sponsors, non-investment grade corporates, family-owned businesses, and entrepreneurs.
• Deal Execution
  • Play an active role in deal teams by coordinating communication with internal stakeholders (bankers across levels, M&A, and equity advisory) and external parties (clients, lenders, lawyers, advisors), and by contributing perspectives to client advice, analysis, and transaction workstreams.
  • Lead and contribute to the preparation of lender credit materials, including financial models, lender presentations, process-management documents, and related process coordination.
  • Oversee several workstreams simultaneously, ensuring timely and high‑quality outputs.
• New Business Origination
  • Conduct targeted research to support marketing initiatives and live deal execution
  • Leverage a wide range of information sources to generate insights on relevant sectors and market trends and support the preparation of pitch materials

       

Education and Qualifications

• A level or equivalent: ABB or above
• Degree or equivalent: 2:1 or above

       

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• Proven academic excellence
• Previous experience gained at a tier-one financial services organization engaged in investment banking. Prior experience in debt advisory is not essential, we’re open to applicants with leveraged finance origination, private credit, legal or credit ratings backgrounds
• Ability to communicate clearly as well as persuade and influence others
• Deep understanding of corporate finance fundamentals, leveraged finance products and capital markets
• Motivated and driven to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a high-performing team
• Effective relationship building skills with multiple stakeholders internally and externally
• Aptitude for ongoing personal and professional development

  Our goal is to have a balanced, inclusive and flexible environment which enables all colleagues to achieve their personal and professional aspirations, and to ensure that Rothschild & Co provides longer term opportunities for talent. This is a certified role. Apply This Job on Our Official Website

The role of a Financial Analyst at Canonical

As a Financial Analyst, you'll be a core member of the FP&A Team and wider finance team. You will play a key part in our monthly business reviews, quarterly forecasting, annual planning, financial modeling, and continuously drive cross-functional business alignment. Our ideal candidate is a highly analytical independent thinker, who has a desire to learn how to leverage business judgment, driven by data, to advise on critical financial, commercial and strategic decisions. Location: This is a remote role in EMEA or Americas time zones.    

• Generate insights into business operations by analyzing unit economics, drivers of variance, and other KPIs
• Support quarterly and annual financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and monthly budget reviews
• Provide analysis of commercial initiatives that have a strategic or financial impact on the business
• Create objective analyses and processes for a fast-growing tech company to scale efficiently and make data-driven decisions
• Support multi-functional change projects designed to enhance systems, processes, and data accuracy
• Partner with and communicate business progress to key stakeholders against financial and strategic targets

   

• An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Curiosity and willingness to work on a wide range of projects
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial modeling
• Understanding of core accounting principles
• Professional written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
• Previous experience in an analytically focused finance or business role

   

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field
• Experience with Business Intelligence reporting, CRM and ERP systems
• Experience with Budgeting and Planning Software, or Data Visualization tools

    We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events

    Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.     We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

At TOPdesk we help our customers to deliver better services. How? With great software and expert knowledge. Our ever-expanding team has over 800 colleagues in 8 countries, dedicated to making service management more fun and easy. Would you like the freedom to develop your skills in a flexible working environment? A TOPdesk career is the answer.  

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and commercially astute Strategic FP&A Lead to join our Finance team. This is a senior individual contributor role, reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Finance, with high visibility across the CFO and Executive Leadership Team. The role will act as the corporate FP&A owner, responsible for financial planning, executive reporting, and strategic financial analysis that informs key business decisions across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who is a structured thinker, able to bring clarity to ambiguous business problems, and who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business and bring a confident, constructive approach to challenging assumptions and influencing decision-making. You will play a key part in shaping the Strategic Finance function as the company continues to scale, with a proactive mindset and a strong focus on continuous improvement.     Corporate FP&A planning

• Lead annual planning (AOP) and long-range planning processes
• Own monthly reforecasting process
• Build and maintain driver-based financial models that translate business assumptions into revenue, cost and cash flow projections.
• Develop scenario analyses and financial modelling to support strategic decision making, including investments, pricing initiatives, and growth opportunities.

Executive & Board Reporting

• Produce board and executive reporting
• Deliver clear financial narratives and insights
• Ensure consistency between financial plans and reported performance
• Partner closely with the CFO and executive leadership team to translate business strategy into financial plans and measurable performance targets.

Strategic Analysis

• Identify key business drivers and performance metrics
• Analyse key SaaS metrics such as ARR growth, expansion, churn and unit economics to provide insight into commercial performance.
• Deliver deep-dive analysis on growth opportunities, cost efficiency and profitability drivers across the business.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership

Financial Models & Systems

• Develop and own cash flow and balance sheet forecasting
• Improve planning models and financial analytics
• Support evolution of planning systems and reporting tools

 

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifies (or equivalent).
• 7+ years’ progressive Finance experience, with a minimum of 3 years in FP&A, Commercial Finance or Business Partnering roles.
• Experience with financial planning systems (Workday Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, or similar).
• Strong ability to translate financial data into clear business insight.
• Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders constructively.
• Curious, proactive and comfortable operating with ambiguity.
• Resilient in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.

 

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Graduate KYC (Know Your Customer) Analyst - Financial Services Consultancy - £28k.   These positions are based in our Cardiff office. We welcome applicants who are located in Cardiff, Bristol or the surrounding areas of South Wales.   Are you a recent graduate looking to jumpstart your career in consultancy? Join the dynamic team at Projective Group and explore exciting opportunities as a Graduate KYC Compliance Analyst.    

 

About Projective Group

We are Projective Group, a Financial Services Consultancy that excels in business, technology, and innovation consulting, focusing on the financial and legal industries. Our expertise spans Data, Risk and Compliance, Payments, Transformation, and Talent, supporting both financial services and legal clients with tailored solutions.   At Projective Group, we pride ourselves on a collaborative approach. We listen to our clients' needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive successful outcomes.      

 

About the Role

We are looking for a number of Junior Analysts to join our team, working with one of our prestigious Investment Banking clients. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements through KYC (Know Your Customer) processes.   As a Junior Analyst, you will work directly with stakeholders in a dynamic consultancy setting, contributing to both compliance and risk management efforts.   To support your professional development and growth, you will receive full training, including certification, through our Academy. This training will allow you to kick-start your career in the exciting world of financial services as a consultant.   These roles are ideal for recent graduates in who are motivated to pursue a career in KYC compliance and assist organisations in achieving their strategic goals.  

   

 

What will you be doing? (We don't expect you to be an expert yet!)

• Conduct detailed due diligence and risk assessments for individuals and entities.
• Monitor transactions to identify and investigate potential suspicious activities.
• Ensure strict compliance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and other regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain and update client records with precision, adhering to legal and compliance standards.
• Identify, investigate, and escalate potential red flags or areas of risk.
• Analyse and assess processes, risks, and controls to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver clear, actionable insights by documenting and presenting findings to stakeholders, from operational teams to senior management.
• Build and sustain strong client relationships, contributing value to every project.

     

 

What we're looking For

• Curious and motivated graduates based in Cardiff, Bristol or the surrounding areas of South Wales.
• A degree in a relevant subject such as Law or Criminology, although we're open to other degree backgrounds such as: Finance, Business, Accountancy, Politics, Economics or History.
• No prior experience is required; however, an interest in financial services, consulting, or legal frameworks, with any relevant educational or practical exposure, is a plus.
• You should bring intellectual curiosity, a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• A keen interest in learning and growing professionally in financial services and consulting.

     

 

Ok, I'm interested; what can I expect?

• Comprehensive training and certification through our Academy.
• A dynamic, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and professional development.
• Opportunities to work with high-profile clients in the legal and financial sectors.
• No unnecessary KPIs.
• We have a reputation for establishing a working environment that encourages fun and creativity.

     

 

Ok, I'm sold; what happens next?

Ready to take the first step in your consulting career? Click "Apply" today to join the Projective Group team. For more about us, visit projectivegroup.com.      

 

Diversity & Inclusion

At Projective Group, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions, abilities, and neurodivergent perspectives. Please let us know if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.   Apply This Job on Our Official Website

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.  

 

About the Role

OVERVIEW We are looking to hire a Fixed Income Portfolio Analyst. Based in London, the ideal candidate will work with the Global Credit Team to implement their investment activities in client portfolios. The Fixed Income Portfolio Analyst team sits in our Investment Implementation function, under the wider umbrella of our Investment Platform. As part of the firm’s Investment Platform, Portfolio Analysts are responsible for all order construction and execution on behalf of clients. The team provides input to their investment colleagues with respect to portfolio maintenance, execution strategy, liquidity management, and trade analytics. Importantly, they are also focused on ensuring a strong infrastructure and control environment to support the complexities of investing across all asset classes and geographic regulatory regimes.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interacting closely with Portfolio Managers and Traders to ensure the timely and accurate execution of investment strategies across client portfolios
• Rebalancing portfolios in response to events such as cash flows, benchmark changes, market price movements and changes in client guidelines
• Monitoring portfolio positions and verifying that transactions are consistent with client guidelines
• Interacting with many areas of the firm to improve processes and minimize operational risks
• Monitoring performance, risk exposures and key market sensitivities of positions in portfolios

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Advanced Python coding experience across process efficiencies or modeling.
• Have relevant professional experience, gained in a similar Portfolio Analyst, Assistant Portfolio Manager or Trader Support role.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of, and interest in, fixed income capital markets and investing
• Advanced analytical skills, a quantitative orientation, and a detail-oriented mindset
• Be able to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks
• Have strong interpersonal skills, in order to interact effectively with investment and other business professionals around the firm
• Be able to think creatively and initiate projects that lead to improved implementation of strategies and trades
• Previous asset management industry experience is preferred, although candidates from other backgrounds will also be considered
• An undergraduate degree is required. A post-graduate degree or relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFA), or progress towards one, would be viewed favourably

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected] . We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term. Apply This Job on Our Official Website