Head of Financial Planning & Performance

Head of Financial Planning & Performance – Corporate Markets

At MUFG Pension & Market Services (MPMS), your senior finance leadership experience will directly support strategic decision‑making across a complex, global business. As part of a leading organisation backed by a global financial institution, this role provides the opportunity to influence executive outcomes, drive transformation and strengthen financial discipline across Corporate Markets.

Reporting to the Group Planning & Performance Director, this role partners closely with the CEO, Corporate Markets and their Senior Leadership Team, providing enterprise‑level insight, disciplined performance management and clear executive reporting to support sustainable profitability and transformation outcomes.

Role overview

As Head of Financial Planning & Performance (Corporate Markets), you will lead end‑to‑end financial performance management for a global P&L. You will own forecasting, budgeting, performance reporting and cost control, while acting as a trusted commercial advisor to senior executives.

A core focus of the role is strengthening cost discipline, uplifting executive‑level reporting, and supporting transformation initiatives in group finance and the broader Corporate Markets business through robust financial insight, modelling and governance. You will lead a high‑performing FP&A team and drive continuous improvement across finance processes and broader business operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial performance management for the Corporate Markets P&L, including month‑end review, forecasting, budgeting and executive reporting
• Drive strong cost discipline across the business, identifying risks, opportunities and levers to improve profitability and operational efficiency
• Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to support strategic initiatives, transformation programs and long‑term planning
• Deliver high‑quality executive, Board and parent‑level reporting, translating complex financial results into clear commercial narratives
• Own rolling forecast and driver‑based modelling processes, ensuring accuracy, accountability and timely escalation of material risks and opportunities
• Provide commercial oversight and financial advice on business cases, contracts, pricing decisions and major investments (opex and capex)
• Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing FP&A team, building capability, succession and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Ensure strong governance, controls and compliance across financial processes, supporting enterprise risk management and regulatory obligations

About you

You are a senior finance leader with a strong track record in FP&A, financial control and transformation within complex, global organisations. You are commercially minded, confident operating at executive level, and comfortable challenging senior stakeholders to drive performance outcomes.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles in large organisations (FP&A, Financial Control or equivalent)
• CA, CPA or CIMA qualification
• Proven experience leading cost control and performance management in large, complex or multi‑currency environments
• Demonstrated success supporting transformation initiatives, process optimisation or finance uplift programs
• Strong executive presence with experience delivering insight and reporting to ELT, Boards or parent organisations
• Advanced financial modelling capability and strong proficiency in Excel and enterprise finance systems
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and partner across a matrix organisation
• Proven people leadership capability, including team development, coaching and succession planning
• Strong governance mindset with deep understanding of financial controls, risk and compliance

Some of our employment benefits

• Flexible working – hybrid model enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
• Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender Transition Leave and Wellbeing Leave
• Employee Recognition Program aligned to our values and purpose
• Talent Referral Program
• Salary sacrificing via superannuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning & Development, including self‑paced learning and educational assistance
• Employee discounts with partners including Bupa and Microsoft
• Novated car leasing

Culture at MUFG Pension & Market Services

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible, blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement and growth.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status, or caring responsibilities.

How to apply

Ready to take the next step in your finance leadership career?
Apply now with your resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re a strong fit for this role.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement.