Commercial Finance Analyst at Virgin

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Modelling, Commercial Analysis, Business Partnering, Budgeting, Forecasting, Performance Analysis, Data Analysis, Excel, Stakeholder Management, Business Case Preparation, Strategic Projects, Commercial Instinct, Accountancy Qualification, Deal Sheet Preparation, Risk Identification, Opportunity Identification

Industry

Consumer Services

Description

Ready to turn numbers into real commercial impact? We’re looking for a recently qualified Commercial Finance Analyst. This is a hands-on role where your analysis, modelling and insight will directly influence decisions across the business. If you’ve stepped out of practice and into a commercial finance role – and you’re keen to get closer to strategy, performance and business partnering – this could be your next move. Our Virgin Family Join the Virgin Group – a diverse collective driving change, enhancing customer experience, and having a blast. We're daring, disrupting industries from finance to space, united as part of the Virgin Family. Virgin Red rewards customers who live the Virgin lifestyle. Earn Virgin Points across our vast partner network, unlocking everyday rewards and exclusive experiences. As the Virgin network hub, we foster deeper customer understanding, opening doors for partners. Bold, distinctive, customer-centric – that's Virgin Red. We’re a huge brand, but not a huge team, which means we take a hands-on approach while thinking strategically. Everyone rolls up their sleeves to get things done, making it an exciting and collaborative place to work. Tell me more You’ll be right at the heart of our commercial finance team, helping us understand performance, shape decisions and drive profitable growth. Analyse and report on financial, business and membership performance, including key performance indicators. Build detailed commercial models for new initiatives and partnerships. Prepare business cases and ‘deal sheets’ to support new opportunities. Partner with teams across the business to challenge performance and identify risks and opportunities. Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning. Create clear presentations for senior stakeholders. Get involved in ad hoc strategic projects that shape the future of Virgin Red. What you’ll need A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is fundamental, with at least 1 year post-qualification experience preferred. Experience working in a commercial finance function would be a plus. Strong financial modelling skills, including building business cases and commercial models. Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with data. The ability to translate complex analysis into clear, simple insights for non-finance teams. Confidence working with senior stakeholders and challenging constructively. You don’t need to have worked in loyalty before. Commercial instinct and curiosity matter more. The extra details Role type: Contract (15 months) Location: London hub (approx. 1-2 days per week) & your home space Salary: £63,000 - £65,000 plus bonus - We're putting our salaries out there for everyone to see - no smoke and mirrors, just honest numbers. We'll offer a salary that matches your skills, always aiming for room to grow. Working hours: Full time - We embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally, we’ll try to find a perfect match for you and us. Benefits: Buckle up for an adventure with Virgin! Our benefits package isn't just a list – it's your ticket to an extraordinary career and life. Think unlimited leave for your globe-trotting dreams, a “Screw it, let’s do it” pot to enjoy being you, and a learning budget to fuel your curiosity. We’ve got your back with top-notch health care, family support that goes the extra mile, a generous pension with up to 10% employer contribution, life insurance, and the option to go electric through our EV scheme. From flexible volunteering to investing in your future, we’re not just offering a job – we’re inviting you to join a community that celebrates your whole self. Closing date: 23 March 2026 Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just can’t be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life, with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently, we successfully campaigned to add ‘Dyslexic Thinking’ as a skill on LinkedIn. We truly value passion for Purpose and Sustainability, welcoming creative thinkers and innovators. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider, to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best, please don’t hesitate to let us know. For this role we will need to do a few extra essential checks such as DBS screening or qualification verification. We'll always be upfront about what's needed, get you’re okay first, handling everything sensitively and fairly while keeping your data secure. We are a Fair Chance employer and our people are our secret sauce so, we will always be open to listen to individual circumstances. Ready to turn your career into the ultimate adventure? Virgin's got the map, the compass, and the crew. Your great adventure awaits!

Responsibilities

The analyst will be central to the commercial finance team, focusing on understanding performance, shaping decisions, and driving profitable growth through analysis and reporting of financial and membership KPIs. Key tasks include building commercial models for new initiatives, preparing business cases, partnering with business teams to challenge performance, and supporting planning cycles.