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This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.

At a glance:

Location: Cirencester Office

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Employment Type: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract 

Seniority: Mid-Senior Level

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with some of our larger Partner businesses to provide support and guidance on their growth, both organic or by acquisition.  This includes the Business Sale and Purchase Scheme, Business Succession Planning, Management Buy Ins/Outs, Mergers, De Mergers. Advocate relevant policies and procedures for the BSP scheme where lending and structuring guidance is key, and assess the viability of Partners current and future finance needs whilst working in tandem with other Specialists within the Partner Finance Division.

What you'll be doing:

• Work alongside our top businesses to help shape deals and provide guidance in line with our policies on borrowing, accounting and financial control
• Promote our financial and lending policies across the business including to members of our Partnership and individuals within our Field Management Team
• Provide consultancy support on Business Sale and Purchase, BSP transactions which will involve a combination of face-to-face and Zoom meetings
• Work with other areas of the business including Corporate Finance, Taxation and Treasury to support conversations with external solicitors and accountants
• Project manage Management Buy-Ins and Management Buy-outs, acting as a conduit between the Buyer and Seller and their external professional advisers
• Maintain close relationships with the internal teams and stakeholders, attend meetings as required and work collaboratively for the right outcome
• Provide input for policy across the Partner Finance area, offer new approaches and ways to mitigate risk
• Grow the Partner BSP proposition by successfully completing deals and providing ideas for improving process, e.g. the use of AI to reduce timeframes
• In conjunction with area based teams to manage risk with the business, specially for the Partner Finance Division and meet regularly to highlight areas of concern

Who we're looking for:

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Corporate Finance and is likely to have an Accountancy or Legal Qualification. They will understand FCA Regulatory Authorisations requirements and the role of an SJP Partner Practice Business. They will be able to manage direct reports and create an environment where individuals and teams perform. They will hone Partner Finance consultancy skills to enable them to effectively influence Partners and become an expert on the Partner Finance service. They will lead the resolution of complex Partner disputes/issues utilising proven consultancy skills. They will be an excellent communicator and a high-quality presenter with gravitas and positive impact.

Essential Criteria

• Professional knowledge/experience of Corporate Finance
• Accountancy/Tax or Legal qualification
• Take personal responsibility for learning the required technical knowledge to deliver in the role
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, confident presenter
• Ability to travel to other locations as and when required

What's in it for you?

We reward you
for the work you do,
whether that’s through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both
personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days
plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or
online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.
We also have
benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:

• Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay)
• Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit)
• 10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)

Reasonable Adjustments
We're an equal
opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible
and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage
please let us know by emailing us at [email protected]
Research tells us
that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off
from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on
an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and
can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of
whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited
about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking
for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking
‘apply’ below and our team will be in touch.
As a business
regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the
conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an
interview with SJP.

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