Job Description

Solihull Full-time Finance 4691_04798

Company Description

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor.


We've been safeguarding people's financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders.


We are one of the world's largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income.


Who we are


Our Retail business supports customers throughout their lives, to help them save, plan, protect and enjoy retirement.


We're a leading provider of retirement and protection solutions. We aim to support our c.12.8 million policyholders and workplace members throughout their lifelong financial journeys.


We focus on helping the customers of today and tomorrow achieve better long-term outcomes. We either talk with them directly or work with intermediaries and employers to meet their needs. We use the latest technology to connect with them quickly, efficiently and wherever possible in highly personalised ways.

We're recruiting for a Finance Manager (15 month FTC) to join us. We're offering a competitive base salary.


Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? We're looking for a Finance Manager to join our dynamic team within L&G Retail. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead key financial processes, support strategic decision-making, and develop talent in a collaborative and inclusive environment.


What you'll be doing:

Overseeing core finance operations and guiding the team through daily activities Evaluating and improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk Managing timely and accurate reconciliations across internal and external submissions Supporting audit processes by organising and delivering key documentation Contributing to budgeting and forecasting with detailed financial analysis Building strong relationships with stakeholders and providing data-driven insights Ensuring finance systems and processes support fair customer outcomes Leading, motivating and developing team members in line with company values

Qualifications

Who we're looking for:

Holding a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills Communicating clearly and confidently across all levels Desired: Understanding the Lifetime Mortgages market and its regulatory landscape Managing teams effectively and supporting professional development Working proactively and independently with sound judgement Adapting to change with a flexible and solutions-focused mindset Building trusted relationships and influencing decisions with credibility

Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service. There's also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only) There are the many discounts we offer - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart

Additional Information

At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all.


If you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.


We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can.


It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.