9 Banking Technology jobs in the United Kingdom

Director of Engineering – Corporate & Investment Banking Technology

Director of Engineering is required to join the Cross Product team of a global investment banking business. This is a permanent position, at Director level, based in their London office. This role will pay a base salary of between £90,000 - £120,000 (based on experience) - Hybrid working (3 days in office).

This person will lead engineering and DevOps across the banks Cross-Product Platforms, providing technical and strategic direction for systems supporting key Group Functions such as Risk, Finance, and Regulatory Reporting. The Head of Engineering will oversee a distributed team of 30+ engineers and developers across London, Dublin, and India, driving high-quality software delivery, modernising legacy technology, and establishing consistent engineering and platform standards. The role requires a seasoned technology leader with experience in large, global banking environments, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead transformation across complex, multi-domain environments.

Key requirements:

• Proven background managing globally dispersed engineering teams (20-30+ heads) in global banks.
• Experience with Microsoft-based legacy systems (.NET, C#, SQL, Azure, on-prem/cloud) and emerging technologies including Linux, Java, microservices, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Camunda).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), version control (GitHub/GitLab/BitBucket), backend/frontend frameworks (Spring Boot, Angular, React), cloud and data platforms (Azure Databricks, Data Lake), monitoring, logging, and test automation tools to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to lead and shape the engineering and DevOps strategy across multiple product lines of a global bank. If you feel like you match the above and would like to hear more, please apply within.

Director of Engineering – Corporate & Investment Banking Technology

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Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership.

William Blair has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, and we continue to deepen our expertise and relationships across regions, asset classes, and markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

We are committed to our people and culture, values, clients, and local communities.

What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with employees who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients' evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries.

We strive to attract the most qualified, passionate candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and a variety of other business functions.

We work tirelessly to create an inclusive culture and take pride in fostering employees' professional and personal growth. We empower our people to bring their best thinking each day so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect.

Equally, we are proud of our long-term partnerships with the communities in which we live and work, a legacy we inherited from our founder.

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Execute in-depth analyses to support new business development, transaction execution and the delivery of investment banking products and services to clients and prospects. Perform research and financial modeling, apply core valuation methods, and complete due diligence activities at the direction of the Investment Banking team lead. Work closely with client staff to advance projects, gathering necessary information, describing financial modeling methodology, and presenting results directly related to scope of analysis. Provide training and mentorship to summer interns and less experienced Analysts.

Responsibilities Include But May Not Be Limited To

• Perform extensive financial/valuation analyses to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions and capital raising transactions. Form varied approaches to analyses once fundamental base of approach is set.
• Build financial models to value potential and actual clients and/or industries. Execute core valuation methods, such as comparable companies, precedents and discounted cash flow. Effectively synthesize information to convey complex financial modeling outcomes.
• Perform due diligence, research, analysis and documentation of potential and live transactions. Identify potential deal issues and properly escalate concerns to team members.
• Draft management presentations to highlight financial analysis and research results.
• Assist in the development, production and delivery of proposals and presentations to clients and prospects. Draft marketing materials, emphasizing the advantages of William Blair and its investment banking methods/approach.
• Participate in client meetings and drafting sessions.
• Research industries or sectors, as identified by senior bankers, to target certain clients or industries. Evaluate and improve BIC content. Leverage learnings across deals.
• Seek opportunities to streamline processes and propose solutions to complete tasks more efficiently.
• Support client relationship development by developing a detailed understanding of client needs and challenges, providing professional and responsive service and anticipating client information needs.
• Develop an understanding of macro factors related to client industry, investment banking products and potential implications.
• Mentor summer interns and invest in teaching subsequent classes of analysts, imparting best practices.
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Internship or prior work experience in financial services industry preferred
• Proven track record in university studies required
• Detail oriented with strong analytical abilities
• Excellent mathematical, writing, verbal and computer skills
• Ability to adapt to new tasks with little notice
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong desire to win
• Developing increasingly sound judgement
• Thorough understanding of accounting and finance
• Commitment to satisfying internal and external customers
• Travel required: approximately 5%

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• Lead and mentor a team of project managers and business analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication among project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts related to project deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned to enhance future project execution.
• Champion the adoption of Agile principles and best practices across the organization.

• Proven experience (7+ years) in project management, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale technology projects, preferably in the financial services or FinTech industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification highly desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding of project management software and tools.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Relevant professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 Agile, or CSM are advantageous.

Role: Financial Controller – PE backed Technology Company

Location: Central London (hybrid working)

The role: This role is working for a very exciting and fast-growing PE backed Technology business with a brilliant brand in the sector and exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Financial Controller opportunity reporting directly to the Director of Finance. You will be a core member of the wider finance team. This role will take ownership of the group’s internal management reporting, as well as playing a lead role in the group budgeting and forecasting process. This individual will have regular interaction with the board and will also be tasked with defining and improving processes across the business. This is a great opportunity looking to fast track their career and with opportunity to progress.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Producing management accounts and all supporting reconciliations on time for Internal and group review and explaining variations
• Producing regular updates of financial plan and annual budget, and all other group or internal weekly planning and reporting
• All working capital management, credit control and treasury management
• Supporting group annual audit process and liaising with advisors on all statutory accounts and returns and all tax compliance
• Supporting management team and group in any aspect of financial planning
• Participating in delivery of all group projects

Candidate Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional with significant post qualified experience.
• Proven operational accounting experience from previous roles, ideally within a scaling organisation
• Thorough understanding of what best in class systems, processes and controls look like
• A focus on quality improvement and automation, a desire for continual improvement
• Experience in a scale-up or start-up SaaS, Technology, or a similar industry in a high growth environment

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Financial Controller position please forward a CV as soon as possible

• Manage and direct all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, and cost accounting.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102, IFRS).
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working closely with department heads.
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Oversee tax compliance and work with external auditors for annual audits.
• Manage cash flow, optimize working capital, and ensure adequate funding for operations.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecasts, providing insightful variance analysis and recommendations.
• Implement and manage financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and support to the executive leadership team.

• ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, with at least 3 years in a senior controller role.
• Proven experience within the technology sector is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Xero) and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and improving financial processes.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote setting.

Procurement Specialist – Global Indirects / Technology Procurement – Financial Services Environment

London (Hybrid) | £45,000 – £55,000 + Excellent Package

A rare opportunity for an ambitious procurement analyst to join a globally recognised organisation operating at the forefront of financial services innovation. This is a role that combines global exposure , autonomy , and career acceleration; rare to find at this level.

Working within a high-performing procurement function , this individual will gain end-to-end experience across a wide range of indirect procurement categories , with a particular focus on technology procurement spanning software, hardware, IT services, and digital solutions.

What makes this role stand out is the level of ownership and visibility it offers. You’ll directly manage spend within key sub-categories, engage with senior stakeholders across multiple regions, and contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives that shape the firm’s global procurement model.

The position is perfectly suited to someone with indirect procurement experience (ideally with tech exposure) who is looking to fast-track their progression and build the foundations for a long-term, international career in strategic procurement.

Key skills and experience:

• Strong background in indirect or technology procurement , ideally within a regulated or financial services setting.
• Exposure to supplier management , contract negotiation , and stakeholder engagement .
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify value opportunities through data and commercial insight.
• Ambition, curiosity, and the confidence to operate in a high-autonomy, high-impact environment.

Join a global organisation where procurement is viewed as a strategic enabler and where your performance, ideas, and commercial drive will be recognised and rewarded.

To find out more, please apply directly via this page or send a copy of your CV to Devan at

Procurement Specialist – Global Indirects / Technology Procurement – Financial Services Environment

London (Hybrid) | £45,000 – £55,000 + Excellent Package

A rare opportunity for an ambitious procurement analyst to join a globally recognised organisation operating at the forefront of financial services innovation. This is a role that combines global exposure , autonomy , and career acceleration; rare to find at this level.

Working within a high-performing procurement function , this individual will gain end-to-end experience across a wide range of indirect procurement categories , with a particular focus on technology procurement spanning software, hardware, IT services, and digital solutions.

What makes this role stand out is the level of ownership and visibility it offers. You’ll directly manage spend within key sub-categories, engage with senior stakeholders across multiple regions, and contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives that shape the firm’s global procurement model.

The position is perfectly suited to someone with indirect procurement experience (ideally with tech exposure) who is looking to fast-track their progression and build the foundations for a long-term, international career in strategic procurement.

Key skills and experience:

• Strong background in indirect or technology procurement , ideally within a regulated or financial services setting.
• Exposure to supplier management , contract negotiation , and stakeholder engagement .
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify value opportunities through data and commercial insight.
• Ambition, curiosity, and the confidence to operate in a high-autonomy, high-impact environment.

Join a global organisation where procurement is viewed as a strategic enabler and where your performance, ideas, and commercial drive will be recognised and rewarded.

To find out more, please apply directly via this page or send a copy of your CV to Devan at