Finance Business Partner - Professional Services

Hays Senior Finance, is partnering with a professional services organisation to appoint an exceptional, experienced Finance Business Partner to join a forward‑thinking and innovative organisation. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the business, working closely with senior stakeholders to shape strategy, challenge assumptions, and drive sustainable commercial performance. This is not a traditional finance role. You will act as a trusted advisor, translating complex financial data into clear insight and direction, enabling leaders to make confident, informed decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with senior management and operational leaders to influence strategic and commercial decision‑making
Translate financial and non‑financial data into clear, actionable insight and recommendations
Provide forward‑looking analysis, scenario modelling, and performance forecasting
Challenge the business constructively, questioning assumptions and driving accountability
Lead detailed analysis of complex data sets to identify risks, opportunities, and trends
Support investment, tender and commercial projects with pricing decisions, and resource allocation
Act as a bridge between finance and the wider business, ensuring financial understanding at all levels.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting, insight, and financial processes

About You

You will be a commercially astute finance professional who thrives in a fast‑moving, intellectually demanding environment.
A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), coupled with post-qualification experience within UK organisations
Proven experience in a Finance Business Partnering or commercial finance role

Experience with in professional services, technical, or similar environments.
Strong analytical capability with the confidence to interpret and challenge complex data
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to influence senior leaders
The ability to communicate financial insight in a clear, compelling, and pragmatic way
A proactive mindset with the confidence to challenge and drive change
The right to work in the UK, without expiry or future sponsorship. Why Join?

Work in an innovative, high‑calibre professional services environment
Genuine exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making
A role where your insight directly shapes business direction
Collaborative, intellectually stimulating culture with high standards and ambition
Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working

Next Steps:
If you are a Finance Business Partner who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers and wants to play a key role in driving business performance, we would love to hear from you. Please click APPLY NOW - or contact Karly Clark for further information. All conversations are treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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