Budget & Governance Lead

Benefits:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Virtual GP
• Salary Finance
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead the management, assessment and governance of risk across programmes and delivery activities, ensuring a consistent and effective framework.
• Support budget planning, forecasting and investment prioritisation, aligning risk-related initiatives with business objectives and affordability targets.
• Provide insight and analysis to support decision-making on risk escalations, emerging risks and changing business priorities.
• Monitor and report on programme risks, costs and benefits, maintaining clear tracking, governance and budget allocation processes.
• Ensure projects have well-defined requirements, strong data quality and compliance with established risk and validation frameworks.
• Build strong relationships across finance, strategy, operations and analytical teams to deliver a holistic view of risk and business performance.

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong analytical and data management skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and deliver clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage and influence colleagues at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience creating high-quality reports, presentations and dashboards that translate complex data into meaningful business outcomes.
• Degree-qualified, or equivalent experience, in a mathematical, statistical, economic or related analytical discipline.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, SAP, P6 and the Microsoft Office Suite; experience in governance, investment prioritisation, cost-benefit analysis or predictive modelling would be advantageous.