Cloud Consultant

Job Description Summary Purpose of the role: FinOps Specialist will be responsible for managing and optimizing cloud financial operations, focusing on cost reduction, cloud waste management, and efficient cloud resource utilization across platforms such as Azure and AWS. This role involves leading company-wide initiatives, conducting training, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring a seamless handover to the internal Capita FinOps team. Job Description What you'll be doing Lead Cloud Waste Management and Cost Optimization : Drive initiatives focused on reducing cloud waste and costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices across group technology and divisions Collaborate with Stakeholders: Engage with cloud subscription owners, finance teams, engineering teams, and executive leadership to implement changes, ensure compliance, and align cloud spending with business goals Conduct Workshops and FAQ Sessions : Upskill internal stakeholders on cloud financial management and cost-saving measures through workshops and FAQ sessions Analyse Cloud Utilization: Provide detailed analysis of cloud resource utilisation, summarising findings on usage patterns and wastage, and implementing tactical and strategic levers for cost-saving opportunities Develop and Document Processes : Create comprehensive documentation of processes, policies, and cloud cost governance strategies, ensuring compliance with financial regulations Reporting : Maintain dashboards or reports for tracking cloud costs and providing visibility to stakeholders, in tools such as PowerBI Support Handover Process : Collaborate with the Project Manager to prepare and execute the handover plan to the newly hired internal Capita FinOps team, including conducting upskilling sessions Negotiate and Think Strategically : Negotiate cloud service contracts and pricing with vendors and think strategically about cloud cost management’s impact on business objectives Monitor Performance Metrics : Define and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cloud cost efficiency, budget adherence, and continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven Experienc e: Demonstrable experience in cloud financial management, particularly in cost optimisation and reduction Technical Proficienc y: Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and their cost management features, alongside proficiency in FinOps tools such as Azure Cost Advisor and AWS Cost Explorer Leadership and Coordinatio n: Ability to lead and coordinate efforts across various teams and divisions within the organisation Outstanding Communicatio n: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to conduct workshops, present findings, and engage effectively with all levels of the business Cost Governance and Complianc e: Experience in establishing and enforcing cloud cost governance policies, ensuring compliance with financial regulations Results-Drive n: Pragmatic and results-oriented, with a focus on quickly and iteratively realising cost savings Strategic and Analytical Thinkin g: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities, think strategically, and implement them effectively Stakeholder Managemen t: Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment between cloud spending and business objectives Continuous Learning and Mentorshi p: Commitment to staying updated with the latest FinOps practices, with a willingness to mentor others in cloud financial management Working at Scal e: Must have experience of operating in a global organisation and at scale. Essential Experience in recommending and selecting finops tools Experience with Reserved Instance purchasing across AWS/Azure Experience setting up a team to manage FinOps including necessary FinOps frameworks Have acted as the point of contact for an organisation for FinOps queries and Responsibilities Desirable Experience with CloudHealth, Lucidity & Prosperops, Azure Cost Advisor and AWS Cost Explorer What’s in it for you A competitive basic salary 23 days’ holid ay (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform Opportunity to gain additional qualifications through our Learning Academy or apprenticeships to help develop your career