Finance Business Partner - Change £60,000 - 70,000 per annum dependent on experience6 monthsLondon HybridHere at Saga, we are looking for a new Finance Business Partner to join Saga Insurance.You will play an integral role in supporting successful outcomes across the finance workstream of a critical Saga Services Limited (SSL) wide transformation project, linked to the publicly announced 20-year Partnership with Ageas. When live, the partnership will bring together Saga’s brand, customer relationships and insight, scale in the over 50’s space with Ageas deep underwriting focus and technology. The joint capabilities will enable both SSL and Ageas businesses to grow as a partnership in the Personal lines space. As the Finance Change Partner, you will play an integral role in delivering the design and implementation of change across SSL's Finance function with a core focus on supporting FP&A, MI and business partnering functions to meet SSL and Saga Group business needs in a post-go-live partnership business model.Working alongside the Senior Finance Change Partner and reporting to the Finance Director, the “Change Team” will form an extension of the existing FP&A, MI and Business partnering teams, working alongside them to ensure SSL finance is adequately prepared for the change in SSL’s strategic business model at the point the partnership with Ageas goes live.To be successful in this role, it requires someone with a highly collaborative approach, who is comfortable delivering across multiple requirements, and thrives in a fast-paced team environment with a reliance on excellent teamwork across all parts of finance, in particular FP&A and Business Partnering.This is role will carry a high level of visibility across members of the Saga Insurance finance leadership team, requiring active project participation at individual and group level with the ability to proactively manage stakeholder expectations across deliverables.We offer flexibility over where you work – you choose a place where you feel most comfortable and productive, either from home or in one of our hubs. Our insurance finance team meet most weeks in either London or Folkestone. As part of this role we would require you in our Folkestone office at least once a month to meet with the wider project teams.Package DescriptionEveryday our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues.BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ALL COLLEAGUES:Our working week is 35 hours per week, these can be worked flexibly to suit your working style25 days holiday + bank holidaysOption to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra daysPension scheme matched up to 10%Life assurance policy on joining usWellbeing programmeColleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidaysRange of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companiesEnhanced maternity and paternity leaveGrandparents leaveIncome protectionAccess to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platformMain ResponsibilitiesAs our Finance Change Partner, you will be accountable for setting the reporting, budgeting and MI landscape the business will need to successfully manage financial performance in a different business model.Other responsibilities will include:• Ensuring integrity and timeliness of across project deliverables• Communication and collaboration with finance and business stakeholders to deliver a successful business transition• Active participation in project meetings that provide governance and steering of the Insurance business• Proactive stakeholder management to ensure priorities are understood and commitments are met.• Building relationships and trust across the Saga Insurance finance team• Appropriate, fact based, challenge into the project finance workstream where an opportunity presents to optimise project outcomesThe Ideal CandidateAs our Finance Partner you will be a qualified accountant with demonstrable experience of successful business partnering in a change environment.Whilst experience in the Insurance industry isn't essential, having a background in financial services would be an advantage. You will also be able to demonstrate the following skills and experiences;• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Highly collaborative with an appetite to build relationships• Ability to build user friendly reporting aligned to critical business performance metrics, maximising opportunities to automate.• Ability to analyse and synthesise large volumes of data• Ability to cope with ambiguity and competing demands• Experience with Workday or TM1 would be advantageousAbout The CompanyOver the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. We’re one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high-quality products and exceptional standards of service. Our product portfolio includes cruises, holidays, insurance, personal finance products and our Saga Magazine.We aim to be the most-trusted brand for older people in the UK. Our focus on delivering exceptional products and service empowers our colleagues to create moments that are personal and special for our customers and for each other. Our values underpin our approach and help guide us to deliver our purpose.We’re committed to making sure that colleagues can be their best, be themselves and make a difference – more than anywhere else. We do this by creating a truly inclusive culture, where all colleagues can bring their full and authentic selves to work and be treated with dignity and respect in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.Thanks to our people, Saga has been ranked 6th in the UK’s Best Employers 2025 by the Financial Times and Statista. This recognition, based on the voices of 20,000 employees across the UK, is a testament to the great culture we’ve built together. This award belongs to all our colleagues who collectively make Saga a fantastic place to work.We are champions of age inclusivity and signatories of the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, we are proud of our multigenerational teams we have in place. We’re also a committed Disability Confident employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.Your application will have fair consideration, and you’ll receive personal communication throughout your applicant journey when you apply to join Saga.For more information on our DEI policies, colleague stories and other opportunities across the business, please visit Jobs and careers with SagaSaga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.#LI-VL1
