Finance Business Partner, Marketing Vertical (12 month fixed-term contract)

Reporting to the Director of Financial Control the Finance Business Partner (FBP) for the Marketing Vertical will play a critical role in providing financial expertise strategic insights and operational support to the Marketing Vertical CMO and other Marketing leaders with central budgets. This role focuses on managing and optimizing overhead costs and sales commission across the vertical ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.  

Key Responsibilities 

1. Financial Planning and Analysis 

• Develop and manage the annual budget and quarterly forecasts for marketing overhead costs and sales commission. 
• Analyse variances between actuals and budget/forecast providing actionable insights to stakeholders. 
• Prepare detailed financial reports and dashboards to track performance against key metrics. 

2. Overhead Cost Management 

• Monitor and control marketing overhead expenses ensuring efficient allocation of resources. 
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize overhead spending. 
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure alignment of overhead costs with strategic priorities. 

3. Sales Commission Management 

• Oversee the calculation validation and payment of sales commissions across the vertical. 
• Ensure compliance with commission policies and accuracy in commission payouts. 
• Provide insights into commission structures and recommend adjustments to drive sales performance. 

4. Business Partnering 

• Act as a strategic advisor to the marketing leadership team providing financial guidance and support. 
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the vertical to ensure alignment of financial goals with business objectives. 
• Present financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making. 

5. Strategic Support 

• Support the development of business cases for marketing initiatives ensuring financial viability and alignment with company goals. 
• Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of strategic decisions. 
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and enhance financial efficiency. 

6. Governance and Compliance 

• Ensure adherence to financial policies procedures and controls across the marketing vertical. 
• Support internal and external audits related to overhead costs and sales commission. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with regulatory requirements. 

Qualifications :

This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment enjoys working closely with business leaders and is passionate about driving financial performance and strategic decision-making. 

Key Skills and Competencies 

• Financial Expertise:Strong knowledge of financial planning analysis and reporting. 
• Analytical Skills:Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights. 
• Business Acumen:Understanding of marketing operations and sales commission structures. 
• Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present financial information effectively. 
• Problem-Solving:Proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial challenges. 
• Collaboration:Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with cross-functional teams. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field (required). 
• Professional certification (e.g. ACA ACCA CIMA) or MBA (preferred). 
• Proven experience in a finance business partnering role ideally within a marketing or sales environment. 
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling Excel and financial systems (e.g. SAP Oracle or similar). 
• Knowledge of sales commission structures and overhead cost management. 

Additional Information :

This advert will automatically expire on Tuesday 17th Feb 2026.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at an Informa event you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Heres some of what you can expect when you join us. But dont just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say 

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave: 25 days per year with the option to buy or sell five extra days.
• Pension: Up to 5% matched pension with our pension plan defaulting to sustainable options. meaning your savings are invested in ways that help rather than hinder our planet.
• Parental leave: Enhanced Primary and Co-parent parental leave once you have been with the company for 1 year
• Health fitness & wellbeing: Options to purchase Private Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Critical Illness & Health Screening. Get fit for less with discounted membership at 3000 of the UKs top gym chains. Save money on fitness and beauty treatments at 2500 locations. Enjoy discounts on haircuts spas beauty salons fitness and much more
• Charitable giving: Make regular donations to your favourite charity and use an extra day of annual leave every year to volunteer to a cause you feel passionate about.
• Restaurant discount card: Receive up to 50% off your meal at 6500 top restaurants across the UK.
• Life assurance: Life assurance up to 4x basic salary subject to eligibility and insurers underwriting.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a 24-hour free and confidential advice line that can provide mental health financial and wellbeing support.
• Income protection: We provide income protection at 50% of salary subject to eligibility and insurers underwriting.
• Recommend a friend: Know someone who could come make magic happen with us Introduce your friends or family to Ascential and earn yourself a cash reward.
• Ascential ShareSave Plans: Ascential offers all eligible people an opportunity to participate in the ShareSave Plan. We believe that when we succeed financially so should you.
• Will writing service: Option to purchase an advanced or standard will as either a single or joint will. Paid via 12 Equal instalments via net dedications.
• Cycle to work: Select a brand new bike worth up to 2500 and spread the cost over 12 months.
• Season ticket loan: We provide access to an interest free Season Ticket Loan of up to 10000 tax-free

Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and or in the advertised position please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa youll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time