Finance Business Partner - Retail

WE ARE LANDSEC

We identify and shape places that create opportunity, enhance quality of life, and bring joy to the people connected to them. This is how we’ve created the UK’s leading portfolio of urban places and one of the largest real estate companies in Europe. Our £10 billion portfolio is built around premium workplaces, the country’s pre-eminent retail platform, and a residential pipeline that will redefine urban life.

We’ve honed this ability over 80 years. Spotting the opportunities, building the partnerships, and continually adapting to shape the places that meet the needs of a changing world. Places where life happens. Where businesses grow. And where cities are defined.

LOCATION

The role is based in Victoria, London, with the majority of the working week spent in the office and the remainder working from home and / or another suitable Landsec location. Hybrid working arrangements may vary across teams depending on the nature of the role.

THE TEAM

You will join the Retail Finance team within the broader Commercial Finance function, working in close collaboration with the Retail Business Unit. The team acts as a highly proactive and commercially astute business partner, playing a central role in driving commercial performance and maximising value creation across both earnings and property valuations.

The team culture is collaborative, supportive, and focused on continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced finance professionals who value clear communication, teamwork, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset that embraces accountability and delivers positive change.

THE ROLE

• Business partner aligned to a Retail ExCo member, as well as partnering on an asset portfolio with Asset Director(s)
• Manage performance and develop financial plans for Retail’s activities, working across the portfolio to drive performance through analysis and initiatives to drive income growth.
• Salary: Competitive

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Partner with ExCo, business leaders and asset teams to drive financial performance and delivery of key KPIs.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing robust challenge, scenario analysis and clear insight into risks and opportunities.
• Deliver forward-looking financial reporting, analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as a trusted commercial partner, identifying opportunities to improve NRI, margins and overall portfolio performance.
• Drive a culture of commercial accountability, continuous improvement and performance excellence.
• Provide financial analysis and appraisal support for leasing, investment and asset management decisions.
• Lead post-investment reviews, ensuring key learnings are captured, communicated and implemented.
• Maintain a strong control environment, ensuring compliance with governance and approval processes.
• Support external reporting requirements, including valuations, commentary and performance analysis.
• Review and approve joint venture reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with partnership obligations.
• Ensure the integrity of financial and operational data, working with stakeholders to resolve issues and improve reporting quality.
• Develop and mentor the Commercial Performance & Planning team, strengthening commercial capability and driving impactful business insight.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant commercial finance business partnering experience.
• Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders, driving improved financial and operational performance.
• Strong experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and performance reporting processes.
• Excellent analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Demonstrated experience developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Life and Benefits at Landsec

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