Job Description

Job description
Some careers open more doors than others!

If you\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a role that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

Finance is integral to HSBC\xe2\x80\x99s purpose and strategy, playing a valued role in managing costs and deploying capital in the most effective way. Our global team of finance professionals partner with the business to provide trusted insights and forward looking analysis, accuracy, efficiency, and control to frame and influence business decisions.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

We are currently seeking an expert individual to join this team in the role of Head of Lending Finance, UK Wealth and Personal Banking. The Wealth and Personal Banking (WPB) UK Finance team is part of the Global Finance function and supports the WPB UK line of business. The team are part of the Global WPB Finance structure and also the HSBC UK Bank plc. (HBUK) Finance structure. This role reports to the WPB CFO UK.
In this role, you will:

• This is a key business and finance leadership role that is focused on business partnering and driving business performance, providing finance stewardship, controllership governance and oversight, and contributing to the formation of business strategy;
• You will be a strategic partner, driving execution towards delivery of the business strategy and goals, providing strategic financial leadership on issues affecting the business;
• Responsible for the financial health of the business, identifying and mitigating financial risks and working with various stakeholders to create an in-depth picture of the finances;
• Provide dedicated advisory services to the Mortgage and Unsecured Lending business stakeholders in WPB UK;
• You will lead a team of Finance Business Partners and will be required to collaborate with other functional and business teams in delivery of the above purpose.

Requirements

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

• Treasury experience or experience managing an Asset book preferable;
• Ability to bring the numbers to life and to \xe2\x80\x9ctell a story\xe2\x80\x9d;
• Strategic, analytical and commercially minded;
• Experience of managing, engaging, leading and motivating a team;
• Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders (at all levels of seniority).
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience;

The base location for this role is Birmingham and with a hybrid working pattern. You\xe2\x80\x99ll achieve more when you join HSBC.
Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.


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