Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst (12-Month Contract)

Oliver James is partnering with an established insurer to recruit an FP&A professional. This opportunity combines financial analysis with commercial decision support, working closely with business and finance stakeholders to understand performance, evaluate investment decisions and improve cost efficiency.

The position is offered on an initial 12-month contract, with likelihood of permanent conversion, subject to performance and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions, planning and forecasting.
* Analyse business drivers, operational performance and competitor information against targets, forecasts and key performance indicators.
* Support the financial evaluation of strategic distribution initiatives and track whether expected benefits are delivered.
* Monitor distribution costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
* Develop dashboards and visualisations that turn large datasets into clear, useful business insights.
* Work with onshore and offshore teams to deliver accurate and timely analysis for senior stakeholders.
* Collaborate with business teams and support functions on financial priorities and initiatives.
* Contribute to finance transformation, reporting simplification and digital improvement projects.
* Support ad hoc analysis and business requests.

Skills and Experience

* Degree in Business, Finance, Strategy or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
* Relevant experience in finance, business strategy or commercial analysis.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain the business implications of financial results.
* Confident communication and presentation skills, including engaging stakeholders across different functions and seniority levels.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams across multiple locations.
* Good command of Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data visualisation tools would be advantageous.
* A proactive approach to improving processes and supporting change.

To apply or discuss the opportunity confidentially, please send your CV to [Confidential Information], including your notice period and salary expectations.

Desired Skills and Experience

* Degree in Business, Finance, Strategy or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
* Experience in financial planning and analysis, business strategy or commercial analysis.
* Ability to analyse business drivers, financial and operational performance, and results against forecasts, targets and KPIs.
* Experience supporting investment decisions, monitoring business benefits and identifying cost-efficiency opportunities.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn large datasets into practical business insights.
* Confident communication and presentation skills, including explaining financial analysis to senior stakeholders.
* Ability to work independently and collaborate with onshore and offshore teams across multiple locations.
* Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with data visualisation and dashboard tools would be advantageous.
* Interest in improving finance processes, reporting and ways of working.