Senior Finance Manager - Investment FP&A

About us:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in over 60 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.

Our people:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning over 60 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

Key Responsibilities

Tower Oversight covering:

• Understand the nuances of the Core Engineering portfolio, take absolute ownership of the investment financials and play the role of a gatekeeper.

• Hold the PMs / PMO / FBPs accountable for any inconsistencies in the spend pattern and point out irregularities in the FY outlook when compared to the budget.

• Track financial benefits and disbenefits / cost to maintain through a regular cadence with PMs/ FBPs. Ensure all hard financial savings and cost to maintain are duly realised and on track.

• Play a pivotal role in Technology Board Pack Preparation by taking sole ownership of the financial sections once a clear view on the monthly variances and the FY forecast has been obtained.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Drive the Engineering MBR preparation from a Finance Standpoint by striving to obtain an overall cash view (capex + change opex) of the financials at a Group level from an Engineering lens.

• Provide support for Investment Planning Activities for Engineering Finance and the Engineering Portfolio

• Flag impediments to data quality if any and explore ways of resolving the same by liaising with the relevant parties.

• Have a close working relationship with the Technology Portfolio Team and strive to solidify relations with the PM/ FBP community.

• Support the GIC (Group Investment Committee) on queries surrounding Engineering Portfolio financials

Decision Support & Storytelling

• Provide clear, concise insights that help leaders understand trade‑offs, risks, and implications of workforce decisions.

• Move the organization from reporting “what changed” to anticipating what will happen next.

• Present workforce insights in a way that enables confident, early decision‑making.

Leadership & Capability Building

• Develop a 2-member high‑performing Investment planning and analytics team

• Establish ways of working that balance innovation, discipline, and control.

• Act as a thought leader on modern Investment Planning, partnering with Finance and Business teams

AI & Advanced Analytics

• Leverage AI, machine learning, and LLM‑based models to enhance forecasting accuracy, scenario modelling, and decision support

• Scenario and sensitivity analysis (e.g. productivity, automation, AI impact)

• Ensure AI solutions are interpretable, explainable, and trusted by senior stakeholders

Career Stage:

Manager

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

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You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

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