65 Corporate Functions jobs in the United Kingdom
Finance Business Partner - Corporate Functions - Basingstoke
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Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week)
Employment Type: Full time / Permanent
Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance
Application Closing Date: Tuesday 29th July 2025
Thought The AA only provide roadside assistance? Think again.
For over 100 years, we’ve continued to evolve and adapt. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of excellent products and services to millions of customers from roadside assistance to home and motor insurance as well as providing the latest driving technologies. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as our Finance Business Partner , you’ll play a key part to our success and join us on this exciting motoring journey.
This is the jobAs our Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for partnering with our corporate functions teams here at the AA. This role is accountable for financial planning of these functions, management accounting process and production, forecasting, stakeholder management at a Director level and providing insight and guidance to the Leadership team on the division’s financial performance.
What will I be doing?- Provide a true Business Partner framework for corporate functions, ensuring that the business leaders are always supported with the right insight and information
- Build the financial framework to support the division, including month-end accounting and reporting, all financial planning processes, and business case support
- Responsibility for month-end management account preparation / consolidation
- Create monthly MI and review with function directors – report and explain monthly division results to directors and partner / challenge them in achieving financial targets and integrate into ongoing decision support and planning work in process
- Responsible for all forecasting processes including budget, 5 Year Plan and rolling forecasts.
- Through a process of innovation and continuous improvement, develop insightful reporting that is trusted and valued by the business, to build confidence and trust with division directors
Capability, Knowledge and Experience:
- Extensive Finance Business Partnering experience, with proven track record of providing insight and guidance to Leadership teams
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to present financial information in a concise and confident manner to both financial and non-financial staff
Education and Qualifications:
- Professional qualification in finance ACCA, ACA, CIMA or similar.
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
- Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
- Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
- Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
- Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
- Company funded life assurance
- Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
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Strategic Planning Manager - ,
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry Group portfolio. There will be the opportunity to manage sites where Vistry is master developer through build out. You will proactively assist in the identification and assessment of new land opportunities which have potential for future development by the business.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
- Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
- 2 Volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
- Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
- Share save and share incentive schemes
- Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
In return, what we would like from you…
- Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
- Degree / master’s degree in planning or related subject
- RTPI qualified or working towards completion of your APC
- Ideally previous experience of working with a housing developer or consultancy within the private sector
- Excellent communication and project management skills
- Confident when working with landowners, agents, local authorities and other stakeholders
- Previous experience of working with strategic land is advantageous but not essential
- Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
More about the Strategic Planning Manager…
- Establish, and review, planning strategies to ensure that each strategic land asset is effectively promoted to achieve a local plan allocation and/or planning consent acceptable to the Company as soon as reasonably practicable.
- Report key policy changes or milestones to the appropriate Director and ensure that promotion strategies are updated as required.
- Ensure that all sites are promoted in line with contractual and planning obligations and build relationships with landowners and agents.
- Discuss development proposals for sites with local planning authorities and other relevant bodies, through formal or informal pre-application routes.
- Instruct and manage external consultants in line with the Company’s compliance procedures and monitor/report project budgets accordingly.
- Coordinate the timely submission of representations at relevant stages of the development plan process, including responses to a LPA’s evidence base.
- Manage preparation, and attendance, of public consultation events (virtual and in person) to promote sites and applications. Analyse, and response to, feedback received.
- Lead the preparation, submission, and determination of planning applications.
- Lead the submission and management of planning appeals, ensuring all relevant deadlines are met.
- Ensure all paperwork and reporting is produced accurately and as required by the Company.
- Engage with other industry groups (e.g. HBF regional meetings) as appropriate and share updates with the wider team.
- Work with the wider Strategic Land & Major Projects Team in the identification of new land opportunities and assist in acquiring the site under an option/ at suitable terms
- Undertake site visits both accompanied and unaccompanied.
- Ensure compliance with the Company’s health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.
Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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In a Nutshell
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .
Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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In a Nutshell
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .
Strategic Planning Manager
Posted 21 days ago
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In a Nutshell
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our Strategic Land Team within Vistry Services. You will be based at any of our regional offices, however travel to the Cotswolds or Brentwood will be necessary. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry .
Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker
Posted 9 days ago
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Ref: 23042
The Skills You'll Need: Japanese, compliance, risk management, cyber security, governance
Your New Salary: TBC
Hybrid 3 days office/ 2 days home.
Permanent
Start: ASAP
Working hours : 9-5
Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker- What You'll be Doing:
- Managed and promoted strategic projects and programmes across the EMEA region, with a particular focus on initiatives related to Securities.
- Planned and implemented strategic policies to enhance governance, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance throughout EMEA.
- Led safety and soundness efforts across EMEA branches, representative offices, and affiliates, including crisis management in cases of disasters, terrorism, and pandemics.
- Acted as a key liaison between Head Office in Tokyo and EMEA entities, handling communication, coordination, and negotiation in both Japanese and English, including interpretation when required.
- Supported senior management and cross-functional teams in developing corporate communication strategies, brand initiatives, facility management, and strengthening alliances and group collaboration.
Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker- The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:
- Japanese to mother tongue standard (both written and oral)
- Excellent understanding of a broad spectrum of banking business and other financial industries, both in the global and regional market.
- Proven ability in strategic planning and business development, with a strong track record in building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
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We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation.
People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, year of birth, relationship status or whether or not they have a disability.
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Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker
Posted 4 days ago
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Ref: 23042
The Skills You'll Need: Japanese, compliance, risk management, cyber security, governance
Your New Salary: TBC
Hybrid 3 days office/ 2 days home.
Permanent
Start: ASAP
Working hours : 9-5
Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker- What You'll be Doing:
- Managed and promoted strategic projects and programmes across the EMEA region, with a particular focus on initiatives related to Securities.
- Planned and implemented strategic policies to enhance governance, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance throughout EMEA.
- Led safety and soundness efforts across EMEA branches, representative offices, and affiliates, including crisis management in cases of disasters, terrorism, and pandemics.
- Acted as a key liaison between Head Office in Tokyo and EMEA entities, handling communication, coordination, and negotiation in both Japanese and English, including interpretation when required.
- Supported senior management and cross-functional teams in developing corporate communication strategies, brand initiatives, facility management, and strengthening alliances and group collaboration.
Strategic Planning JAPANESE speaker- The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:
- Japanese to mother tongue standard (both written and oral)
- Excellent understanding of a broad spectrum of banking business and other financial industries, both in the global and regional market.
- Proven ability in strategic planning and business development, with a strong track record in building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
Please view all our Team Japan jobs at people-first-recruitment
Please follow us on Linkedin: people-first-team-japan
We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation.
People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, year of birth, relationship status or whether or not they have a disability.
People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
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VP/AVP, Strategic Planning
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Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
**MAIN PURPOSE AND ACCOUNTABILITY OF THE ROLE**
Specifically, you have accountability for the following named departments:
+ Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA (former Strategic Planning Department of EMEA Planning)
**ROLES, SCOPE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE**
+ Authority from and reporting to Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA or his/her direct report
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Regional Planning and Strategy Development**
You will be responsible for taking appropriate action with respect to Office of the Chief of Staff for EMEA, including
+ Responsible for supporting Chief of Staff for EMEA and Head of Corporate & Financial Strategy for EMEA, and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for supporting Regional Executive for EMEA and executing all tasks assigned by them.
+ Responsible for the Project/Programme management of multiple significant strategic initiatives in EMEA.
+ Responsible for the Projects/Programmes relevant to Securities (MUSE and MUS(EU)) matters
+ Responsible for strengthening the integrated operation of both Chief of Staff for EMEA and MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO's support team, and building robust relationships with MUSE/MUS(EU) CEO and his/her support team
+ Responsible for strategic policy planning and implementation to enhance the activities, governances and operational efficiencies in EMEA.
+ Responsible for rebuilding the robust regulatory policy and strategy across EMEA, covering horizon scanning, implementation of new regulations, and monitoring of open issues with regulators, all of which require MUFG wide coordination both in Tokyo and EMEA.
+ Responsible for regulatory compliance with respect to the operations administered by EMEA, and supporting communication and negotiation with local authorities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for setting and management of organization performance evaluation for COOI area.
+ Responsible for providing support, guidance, assistance and management on the Safety and Soundness activity for each branch, representative office and local affiliate offices in EMEA.
+ Responsible for liaising between HO divisions in Tokyo and divisions / branches in EMEA, communicating and negotiating in many cases in Japanese (reading, writing and speaking). If necessary, interpreting between English and Japanese. (The communication with and application to Japanese regulatory bodies is accepted only in Japanese.)
+ Responsible for leading crisis management in serious disasters, terrorism, riots, wars, and outbreaks (pandemics) of infectious disasters etc.
+ Responsible for supporting facility team to ensure safety and effectiveness of all bank facilities in EMEA.
+ Responsible for collaborating with Corporate Communication team for developing internal/external communication, brand related strategies & initiatives.
+ Responsible for enhancing collaborative framework among affiliated companies and alliance partners.
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ A proven track record of establishing strategies and achieving business development targets.
+ Proven track record of building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
+ Extensive/enough experiences in the banking industry.
**SKILL AND EXPERIENCE**
**Functional / Technical Competencies**
+ Excellent understanding of a broad spectrum of banking business and other financial industries, both in the global and regional market.
+ Fluent English and Japanese language skills, both written and oral.
+ Ability to lead by example by coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
+ Good working knowledge of Japanese business culture or experience of adapting to and working with different culture.
+ Well-developed communication skill and human network are necessary for this position in order to establish EMEA strategy in consistent with the entire MUFG strategy.
+ Ability to negotiate and settle issues with head offices in Tokyo, other regions and branches and maintain good internal relationships.
+ Well-developed negotiation, persuasion and influencing skills.
+ Good team worker and ability to prioritise and drive deadlines.
+ Knowledge of managerial accounting, general financial accounting standards, and general knowledge of applicable tax regime and its implication - preferable but not required.
**Education / Qualifications**
+ Degree level education or equivalent industry experience essential.
**PERSONAL REQUIREMENT**
+ Excellent communication skills
+ Result-driven, with a strong sense of accountability
+ A proactive, motivated approach.
+ The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly
+ Strong decision-making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
+ A structured and logical approach to work
+ Strong problem-solving skills
+ A creative and innovative approach to work
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines
+ Excellent attention to details and accuracy
+ A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment
+ Strong numerical skills
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills
**Please note MUFG operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the office**
We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.
We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!
**Our Culture Principles**
+ Client Centric
+ People Focused
+ Listen Up. Speak Up.
+ Innovate & Simplify
+ Own & Execute
Principal Planning Officer Strategic Planning
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Lead the Future of West Lancashire
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for shaping places and policies? West Lancashire Borough Council is looking for a forward-thinkingPrincipal Planning Officer (Strategic Planning) to help lead the development of our new Local Plan and drive long-term planning initiatives that will shape the borough for generations.
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Business Operations Analyst
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Role Title: Business Operations Analyst
Duration: 6 months
Location: Telford, Hybrid 2 days a week
236 - Umbrella inside IR35
Role purpose / summary
A Business Operations Analyst is accountable for supporting the day-to-day operations of a business or department. They are to support operations across various functional areas, implementing strategies to achieve organisational goals.
In supporting the Practice, they will create strong working relationships with key stakeholders to drive efficiencies along with consistent delivery of processes and tooling.
The Business Operations Analyst will form part of the Practice's Business Operations Team and will be required to deputise for the Business Operations Partner.
Key Skills/ requirements
- M-Cycle output (M-Review Pack, Risk & Opportunities, Headcount)
- Support with the delivery of the agreed resourcing & recruitment strategy
- Delivery of Practice Communications plan
- Provide consistent approach to governance structure
- Work with TWP to drive training & capability targets
All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!