Cloud FinOps Lead — Cost Strategy & Dashboards (Hybrid)

Wood Mackenzie Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global analytics company is seeking a Senior Manager for Cloud FinOps focused on enhancing cloud cost visibility and optimisation strategies. The role involves managing day-to-day FinOps functions, leading cross-functional collaborations on cost allocation, and maintaining financial reporting. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in cloud cost management, have experience with AWS and Azure, and hold relevant certifications such as FinOps Certified Practitioner. Opportunities for growth and impact are significant in this evolving cloud environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Cloud cost management and FinOps.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS and Azure).
• Proficient in cloud cost optimisation tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day responsibilities of the team are executed.
• Lead Cloud FinOps strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate to build cost allocation methodologies.

Skills

Cloud cost management

AWS

Azure

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, or Business Administration

FinOps Certified Practitioner

AWS Cloud Practitioner certification

Azure Fundamentals certification

Tools

Cloud cost optimisation tools

Job description

A global analytics company is seeking a Senior Manager for Cloud FinOps focused on enhancing cloud cost visibility and optimisation strategies. The role involves managing day-to-day FinOps functions, leading cross-functional collaborations on cost allocation, and maintaining financial reporting. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in cloud cost management, have experience with AWS and Azure, and hold relevant certifications such as FinOps Certified Practitioner. Opportunities for growth and impact are significant in this evolving cloud environment.