Commercial Finance Business Partner – Licensing (Sustainable Solutions)

Job title:

Commercial Finance Business Partner – Licensing (Sustainable Solutions)

Company

Johnson Matthey

Job description

Vacancy: Commercial Finance Business Partner – Licensing (Sustainable Solutions)Location: UK – London or BillinghamJob Family: FinanceAs the Commercial Finance Business Partner you will be a strategic partner to the Catalyst Technologies Licensing business unit, specifically focused on the growth portfolio of Sustainable Solutions. You will be working in partnership with the Managing Directors, their teams, as well as Engineering, Commercial and other Finance teams to drive the achievement of the business strategy through financial insights, identifying opportunities and challenges and support long term strategic planning.The Licensing business is at the start of a transitional and transformational period of growth in which it will move from being c. 15% of Catalyst Technologies revenue today (c. £100m) to over 40% in 10 years time (
£1bn). This will primarily be driven by the ongoing growth and development of our offerings in sustainable fuels and technologies including sustainable aviation fuel (through FT CANS technology), Low Carbon Hydrogen, e- and bio-Methanol and other sustainable energy and fuel technologies. This role will be integral to ensuring this vital part of JM’s business growth is underpinned by robust and optimised finance support that maximises the benefit that these business opportunities can bring.Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.Your responsibilities:

• Work alongside multiple stakeholders to help drive performance for the Sustainable Solutions Licensing areas
• Specifically business partner with the Managing Directors for Low Carbon Hydrogen, FT Liquids, Methanol and Foundation licensing and their teams to provide commercial and strategic finance support as needed
• Operate proactively across a matrix structure including wider finance teams in licensing, FP&A, control, as well as business teams in engineering, market development and partnerships as needed.
• Communicate financial data clearly and provide valuable advice, challenge and support, strategic insight and business solutions.
• Translating, owning and adding insight to financial data to provide clear information and evidence to support business activities and requirements.
• Preparing and delivering financial analysis and relevant commentary to/ for various senior business performance conversations

Requirements for the role:

• Professional accounting qualification e.g. ACA, CIMA or equivalent
• Significant experience in a finance function in a global product or service-focused business
• Ability to work collaboratively across a matrix organisation and provide appropriate challenge and insight, often under time pressure
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience of owning finance business partnering for a specific business area

How you will be rewarded:We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.#LI-TA1How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs – Workday ( )All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice:You will be contacted by the Johnson Matthey Talent Acquisition team once your details have been reviewed. Please allow four weeks from the closing date to allow for screening to take place.We appreciate the time and effort taken in completing an application.By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing toJohnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

Expected salary

Location

Paddington, West London

Job date

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:33:48 GMT

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