Job Description

Senior Finance Business Partner - FP&A EU

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Location (Country-County-City) UK-Dorset-Poole
Job Locations UK-Dorset-Poole | UK-Greater London-London
ID
2025-9281
Employment Type
Full-Time
Offer/Contract Type
No End Date
Location Name
Poole Head Office

What you'll bring to the team

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for turning financial insights into impactful business decisions? At Merlin Entertainments, we're on the lookout for a

Senior Business Partner - FP&A (EU)

to lead our financial planning and analysis efforts across Europe, helping us continue to deliver amazing guest experiences around the world.



This is a key leadership role within our Finance team, where you'll drive strategic financial planning, enable informed decision-making and support senior leadership with actionable business insights. You'll lead budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis, playing a critical role in aligning financial strategies with Merlin's ambitious growth plans.

You'll build financial models for key initiatives and deliver clear, data-driven reporting. With a focus on strong governance and risk management, you'll also lead and develop the FP&A team, ensuring finance remains aligned with broader business goals.

Qualifications & Experience

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10+ years in finance with deep FP&A and business partnering experience Strong track record in a multinational, matrixed organisation Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred Advanced in financial modelling and performance reporting tools

What You'll Bring to the Role:

Strategic mindset with the ability to influence at senior levels Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal Collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork A passion for learning and continuous improvement

Benefits

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We're growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects - ideal if you're already fantastic and want to become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, an Enjoy the Ride pass which entitles you and 5 loved ones unlimited entry into your regional attractions, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO, plus lots more!