Director Finance Business Partnering

About the positionThe Director of Finance Business Partnering at Pearson is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing financial management within the US Higher Education division. This position plays a crucial role in driving profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic planning while collaborating with various finance functions across the organization. The director will lead a team, manage financial planning and forecasting, and ensure compliance and risk management, all while fostering a high-performing finance team.Responsibilities • Partner with divisional leaders to improve profitability and operational efficiency. • Lead financial planning and forecasting to build strong financial management. • Ensure investments exceed return-on-investment targets through rigorous business case development. • Drive continuous improvement through collaboration across Pearson and with external partners. • Develop performance metrics, refine processes, and foster a high-performing finance team. • Provide clear and impactful financial updates to divisional leadership.• Oversee compliance, risk management, and asset safeguarding. • Lead and inspire a team of 3 direct reports and an indirect FP&A team of 15. Requirements • A professional finance qualification. • Experience in finance leadership within global corporate structures, ideally in technology or digital product industries. • Strong data and analytical skills, particularly in performance management and FP&A. • Proven ability to drive value through investment analysis and capital evaluation. • Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.• Knowledge of finance areas including tax, treasury, compliance, and risk mitigation. Benefits • Annual incentive program • Comprehensive health benefits • Flexible work schedule • Professional development opportunities Apply tot his job