Head of Financial Optimization

2 days ago


Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom Unum Insurance Full time

We're looking for a highly skilled professional to fill the position of Head of Strategic Expense Management at Unum UK. This exciting opportunity will enable you to utilize your expertise in expense management to drive sustainable financial efficiencies.

Estimated Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum (dependent on location and experience). Location: Dorking or Basingstoke (with hybrid working)

About the Role

In this key position, you'll work closely with our Change Team, functional heads, and senior leaders to identify efficiency opportunities and create action plans. You'll also be responsible for negotiating vendor contracts and driving change across the organization.

  • Key Skills and Qualifications: Significant experience in expense management, preferably in financial services/insurance. Ability to see the big picture and align expense management with long-term business goals.
  • Responsibilities: Analyse complex data to inform decision-making, partner with senior leaders to identify efficiency opportunities, and negotiate vendor contracts.
Benefits and Perks
  • Competitive Bonus
  • Car allowance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Life, medical, and income insurance
  • Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support, and medical second opinion
  • 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme with free on-site electric chargers


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