304 Financial Technology jobs in the United Kingdom

• 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.

Our client is a top-tier commercial law firm with Band 1 recognition across multiple practice areas, as ranked by the major legal directories. With a strong UK regional footprint and a thriving London hub, the firm delivers premium legal services to a diverse client base across key sectors. Their approach combines deep legal expertise with innovative delivery models, including smart deployment of legal tech.

As part of the firm’s continued growth, an opportunity has arisen to appoint an additional Partner into their Financial Services Group in London.

The team advises a broad spectrum of clients, including investment and retail banks, building societies, regulated lenders, asset and wealth managers, payment services firms, and networks of financial advisers and mortgage intermediaries. Their lawyers are regularly engaged with the PRA, FCA, and their supervision and enforcement teams, as well as other regulatory bodies such as the CMA, AIM Regulation, and the Takeover Panel.

They also have deep expertise in supporting institutions through SFO and HMRC investigations and prosecutions, and matters before the Financial Ombudsman Service.

The team is actively advising clients on high-impact regulatory and strategic issues, including:

• EU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) Consumer Duty Appointed representatives regime FCA business plans and digital regulatory reporting Conduct risks of hybrid working Diversity, inclusion, and whistleblowing Sustainability disclosure requirements and investment product labelling Open finance and FinTech

This is a strategic hire. Suitable candidates will be current Partners at mid-to-large law firms in London or the regions, with a strong track record in financial services regulation—predominantly non-contentious.

An excellent opportunity to join a growing department that is gaining strategic importance across the firm.

Financial Services Lawyer | Glasgow/Edinburgh | Part-time (3 days per week | £75,000 salary (FTE) plus benefits

A major organisation is looking to hire a Retail Banking / Financial Services Lawyer to join their highly successful team on a Part-Time Basis (3 days a week). The role can be based in Glasgow or Edinburgh with hybrid-working options available.

The Role:

You will work as part of an innovative in-house legal team specialising in consumer bank lending and saving products. You’ll identify and manage legal risk in delivering targeted, commercially focused legal advice on all matters including:

• Product terms and conditions and associated documentation.


• Customer journeys and communications.


• Responding to operational, complaint and process queries as they arise.


• Managing outsourced legal advice.

About You:

• Qualified solicitor with valid practising certificate in a UK jurisdiction (practising certificates in relevant overseas jurisdictions may be considered).


• Retail banking legal experience either in-house or in private practice.


• Track record of delivering pragmatic, risk-based legal advice.


• Experience of strong relationship management (both internal and external stakeholders).


• Experience in consumer credit and CONC would be advantageous and desirable, including for example an understanding of the FCA’s Consumer Duty.


• Experience in non-lending consumer banking products would be welcome but not essential.

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Take the next step in your career and apply for this Financial Services vacancy today. We look forward to welcoming you onto the team.

• Provide expert legal advice across mortgage, consumer lending, regulatory compliance, property, commercial contracts, data protection, corporate, and employment matters
• Support the business by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements and legal documentation
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage legal risks and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks
• Interpret and communicate complex legal and regulatory issues clearly to business teams
• Stay updated on evolving legislation, ensuring the company’s legal practices remain compliant and ahead of risk

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 4 years PQE, ideally with experience in mortgage/consumer lending and financial services regulation
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with a strong commercial mindset
• Proven ability to manage a diverse workload independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Experience gained in a reputable law firm and/or challenging in-house legal environment

Flexible | Adhoc | Remote Working | Corporate Financial Services | Well Respected Law Firm

Temporis Legal Recruitment are excited to offer this brilliant locum opportunity with one of our valued clients! 

• Remote and hybrid working available  


• Very flexible hours – would be a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to fill their working week with a few more hours


• Must have experience dealing with FCA and FSMA issues


• Locum assignment to commence asap, on an ongoing basis


• Will be working to convert existing enquires 

Looking for a commercial lawyer role where the work is high quality and the mission matters?

My client, a not-for-profit financial services company, is hiring a Legal Counsel to advise on commercial and investment contracts as well as work on general commercial in-house matters such as procurement, investment, litigation, and data protection law. This position offers the chance to influence key business decisions and working closely with senior leadership and external advisers whilst drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and legal documents.

You will get:

• exposure to senior stakeholders in a small, collaborative legal team.


• experience in the highly regulated financial services sector.


• to work on complex commercial and investment agreements.


• to work for a mission-driven organisation with strong work-life balance.

We’re looking for a lawyer with around 4–6 years’ PQE, strong commercial contracts experience, and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. Some financial services experience will be valued (insurance or pensions helpful, but not essential).