Finance Business Partner at ITV

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Modelling, Analysis, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Partnering, Cost Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Scenario Analysis, Investment Cases, Data Integrity, Financial Control, Communication, Presentation, Engagement, AI Utilization

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

Workplace: London, White City or Salford, Media City with flexible and hybrid working options The team.. The ITV Media & Entertainment (M&E) Finance team are trusted advisors to the division in an environment that is both creative and commercially focused. Supporting the M&E Content Pillar and M&E Legal, this role partners closely with leaders responsible for investing over £1bn per year in commissions, acquired content, sport and partnerships, alongside managing significant rights and other costs. In a collaborative, fast-paced environment, the team plays a central role in shaping strategy, enabling investment and ensuring ITV continues to deliver distinctive content at scale across ITVX and its linear channels. The role.. This 12-month FTC Finance Business Partner role sits at the heart of M&E’s Content Pillar, supporting one of the UK’s largest and most influential content investment and rights licensing portfolios. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner (Content & Legal), the role provides financially astute insight, robust analysis and forward-looking decision support. You’ll help turn data into actionable insight, enabling intelligent investment, effective cost management and informed decision making that ultimately shape the content watched by millions every day. Some of your key day-to-day responsibilities will include: Act as a proactive, trusted finance business partner to senior stakeholders across M&E Content and M&E Legal, providing clear advice on opportunities, risks and trade-offs Develop a strong commercial understanding of content investment, including audience metrics, ROI, deal structures, rights costs and industry dynamics Analyse financial and operational data to generate insight, support in-year performance delivery and inform decision making, including the use of AI where appropriate Build on core reporting from the FP&A Centre of Excellence to deliver high-quality management information, analysis and ad-hoc decision support Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning, contributing financial insight, scenario analysis and resource allocation recommendations Support strategic cost management by challenging cost drivers, reviewing investment cases and ensuring delivery of agreed benefits Monitor industry and market trends, assessing potential short, medium and long-term impacts on strategy and financial plans Drive continuous improvement in processes, data integrity, governance and financial control, enabling efficiency and digital transformation Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria) Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with demonstrable business-facing finance experience in a large, fast-paced organisation Strong engagement, presentation, and communication skills Proven experience in financial modelling, analysis and performance reporting Track record of partnering with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge and decision support beyond core reporting Strong analytical and modelling skills, attention to detail and ability to leverage benefits from working with AI Other things we’re looking for (key criteria) Confident communicator who can engage, influence and present complex financial insights clearly to non-finance stakeholders Commercial curiosity with the ability to quickly understand new business models, performance drivers and industry dynamics Analytical problem solver with the ability to turn ambiguity into structured insight and practical recommendations Inquisitive and forward-thinking, with a mindset focused on continuous improvement and innovation Credible and collaborative relationship-builder, able to work effectively across disciplines, levels and functions Comfortable challenging constructively while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships Action-oriented team player who is flexible, adaptable and effective in less structured environments Resilient and self-motivated, able to manage competing priorities, time pressure and evolving business demands Desirable at interview stage: Exposure to, or strong interest in, the media, content or creative industries Motivation to develop a long-term career in commercial finance and business partnering Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We’d encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested. Your work matters to millions. Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution. When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people. Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV. ITV is for everyone. ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above). We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com. Find out more about applying with a disability. * There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications. Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it. ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including: Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more Annual bonus opportunity Competitive pension contribution Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life More about our benefits

Responsibilities

This role acts as a proactive, trusted finance business partner to senior stakeholders across M&E Content and M&E Legal, providing clear advice on opportunities, risks, and trade-offs related to content investment. Key duties involve analyzing financial and operational data to generate insight, supporting in-year performance delivery, and informing decision-making, including budgeting and strategic cost management.