Head Balance Sheet Strategic Operating Model

Full Job Description

Join us in a dynamic role where you will lead the development, agreement, delivery, and optimization of a strategic roadmap for establishing an industry-best Group and business-level Balance Sheet Forecasting capability. As the Head of Group Balance Sheet Forecasting , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial planning initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Strategy:

• Define industry best practices and benchmarks for Balance Sheet Forecasting.
• Obtain sponsorship from the GCFO Management Team to drive initiative objectives.
• Collaborate with Treasury, GFP&A, and Business Finance to establish a shared vision and milestones.

Business:

• Translate financial and business performance drivers into actionable analytics.
• Challenge business assumptions from an external analyst perspective.
• Execute a clear Global Balance Sheet Forecasting operating model.

Processes:

• Drive process excellence, embedding Finance Operations strategy.
• Establish a control framework, ensuring compliance with governance policies.
• Regularly benchmark process capabilities against industry best practices.

People & Talent:

• Act as an evangelist for Balance Sheet Forecasting within Group Finance.
• Establish a network and lead a community of practice within GCFO areas.
• Foster a culture of excellence, empowerment, and career growth.

Risk Management:

• Ensure understanding and compliance with risk management requirements.
• Drive a culture of controls evidence and challenge, ensuring clear processes.
• Mitigate external risk through control, education, and remediation mechanisms.

Governance:

• Own understanding and compliance with Balance Sheet Forecasting governance processes.
• Demonstrate awareness of Group policies, regulatory frameworks, and expectations.

Regulatory & Business Conduct:

• Display exemplary conduct, adhering to the Group's Values and Code of Conduct.
• Take personal responsibility for embedding high ethical standards and compliance.

Key Stakeholders:

• Group Treasury Management Team
• Group Finance Leadership Forum
• Business & Country CFOs
• Key business colleagues including FRM, CPM
• Other members of Group FP&A and Capital teams

Ideal Candidate:

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Chartered Financial Analyst or accounting qualification preferred.   
• Experience in financial services
• High standard of written English with excellent communication skills.

Role-Specific Competencies:

• Capital and Liquidity Management
• Balance Sheet Management
• Risk Management
• Data Management

If you are ready to drive transformation and contribute to the success of a global bank, we invite you to apply. Join us in celebrating diversity, embracing inclusion, and building for the long term.

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