Head of Financial Management, Cybersecurity

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Were one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world with a network that covers more than 50 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper and ultimately helping people fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.

Were currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Head of Financial Management Cybersecurity.

This role leads financial management for HSBC Cybersecurity partnering with Global Chief Information Office (GCIO) customers and internal stakeholders to set multi-year plans control costs and provide clear forecasting and performance insight. Youll oversee billing and cost recovery (including FTE recharge rates) support audits and manage transaction finance for the tech-governed portfolio including benefit calculations and severance provisions where needed. Youll also drive improvements to Cyber financial management processes in line with GCIO standards.

As an HSBC employee in the UK youll have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role you will:

• Lead Cybersecurity financial planning and target-setting budget and forecast ensuring alignment to technology affordability and central timelines.
• Own cost performance analysis and forecasting monthly cost/charges reporting variance deep-dives scenario modelling and actions to close gaps to target.
• Deliver technology finance insight and governance support portfolio/programme reporting reconciliations and analytics for performance vs target/forecast across platforms apps and vendors.
• Run billing and cost recovery sign off FTE recharge rates validate monthly billing and allocations (incl. allocation methodology) and provide clear commentary and audit support.
• Manage transaction finance and benefits portfolio financial reviews benefit calculations/validation and severance provisions when required.
• Drive transformation and continuous improvement strengthen financial management processes align to GCIO standards and lead/coach the team to improve efficiency and control.

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

• Strong understanding of technology operational management requirements for banks and knowledge of the external environment - regulatory political competitor and market.
• Demonstrable experience in managing significant financial and resource plans organizational transformation and project portfolio management with a track record of driving results in complex matrixed organisations.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of cost management and accounting principles as well as accounting and financial principles related to purchase orders contracts and operational expenses for hardware and software.
• Ability to manage and mitigate operational risk effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and make data-driven decisions to drive business outcomes with a demonstrated ability to influence others through effective verbal and written communication.
• Deep financial and commercial awareness.
• Maintains expert knowledge of stakeholder requirements competitor activities and market trends to influence future direction.

Opening up a world of opportunity.