Financial Strategy and Planning Manager (Fixed Term Contact 9 - 12 months)

Whether you're talking about length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, amount or the brightness of light, the National Physical Laboratory sets the standards by which these things are all measured. As we continue to explore the ways in which our work can be used around the world, we have to become even more strategic in our approach. At NPL, we touch ordinary lives in extraordinary ways, what if you could too?

This is a fixed term contract for 9 to 12 months.

What you'll be doing:

As our Financial Strategy and Planning Manager, you'll help develop our finance strategy to support our broader business objectives. Working closely with the Head of Finance Strategy, you'll assume a senior role in the finance strategy team. You will design, produce, and deliver complex financial models-including managing our five-year plan and supporting the business on bids for new projects. Your reports will support and shape critical business decisions.

Forging relationships across the business will be essential to your success, as will your ability to champion your initiatives to drive change. You will also line manage and develop the finance intern, helping them reach their full potential.

What you can bring to the role:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with post-qualification experience
• Experience in Business Partnering or commercial finance
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including creating macros and building complex financial models
• Experience providing financial strategic support within a similar-scale organization
• Confident presenter with excellent communication skills
• Ability to influence others

Beyond that, we're looking for someone who will thrive in our environment. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better-for ourselves and our customers. We value continuous learning without unnecessary complexity.

We actively recruit candidates from all backgrounds. However, due to the nature of our work, certain departments may require specific nationality, residency, and security clearances. You will be asked about this during the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert. The closing date may be moved forward at any time. We encourage interested applicants to apply promptly.