Cluster Finance Business Partner

LeoVegas Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online gaming company based in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to work closely with management teams, providing financial insights and driving business performance. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the online gaming sector, and strong analytical skills. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. The position offers a hybrid working model and various employee benefits, fostering a dynamic and inclusive corporate culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working

28 days of paid leave

Pension contributions match up to 6%

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Wellbeing allowance of £250

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of relevant experience in financial management or business partnering.
• Experience in the online gambling or gaming sector.
• Proficiency in Excel and BI systems like Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to develop financial strategies.
• Provide insights for growth and operational improvements.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare financial reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Financial management experience

Analytical skills

Financial modeling with Excel

Communication of financial information

Driving process improvements

Cross-functional relationship building

Education

5+ years in finance/business partnering

Tools

Excel

Business Intelligence systems (e.g., Tableau)

ERP systems

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused strategic Finance Business Partner to join LeoVegas Group, part of MGM Resorts International. In this role, you will work closely with the management team of some of our most important markets, providing financial insights and driving business performance for these markets.

You will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, and supporting strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborating with leadership teams of designated market clusters to develop and implement financial strategies that align with business objectives.
• Provide actionable insights to support growth, investment decisions, and operational improvements.
• Act as a key liaison between Finance and other business units to ensure cohesive strategy execution.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models and dashboards to monitor business performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive the budgeting, forecasting, and monthly/quarterly reporting processes for the designated market clusters.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and systems, driving automation and efficiency.
• Contribute to group best practices across all financial operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in financial management or business partnering roles.
• Demonstrable experience in a finance role within the online gambling or gaming sector.
• Exceptional analytical and financial modelling skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and BI systems such as Tableau, as well as familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• A proactive and strategic mindset with a track record of driving process improvements and supporting business transformation.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and a strong understanding of commercial aspects in a fast-paced industry.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail, with a commitment to excellence in financial reporting and compliance.

WHO WE ARE

At the core of LeoVegas Group is Team Leo. Our culture is our foundation and is what enables us to innovate, build, and lead as we trailblaze our way through the igaming industry. We’re a team of over 2000 innovators, initiators, and groundbreakers working in a fast-paced and agile environment across 19 offices worldwide.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working – 3 days per week at the office, with flexibility for 2 days at home
• Workation – Take your job on an adventure with our Workation benefit for up to 4 weeks per year (T&Cs apply).
• Plenty of time to recharge – 28 days of paid leave, plus all public and bank holidays in England.
• Invest in your future – We match pension contributions up to 6%.
• Comprehensive healthcare – BUPA coverage, including pre-existing conditions, plus a cashback plan for dental, optical, and other treatments.
• Wellbeing allowance – £250 annual allowance for you to invest in your health and wellbeing (T&Cs apply).
• A great workplace experienc e – Talented colleagues, free onsite parking, complimentary snacks and drinks, Monday breakfasts, and Friday lunches.
• A social culture you’ll love – Regular opportunities to attend sporting events throughout the year, plus a quarterly team budget for even more fun.
• Support for growing families – Up to 6 months of full pay for maternity leave.
• Stay active & save money – Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts.
• And there’s more… – We’ll share even more perks related to your role when you chat with our Talent Acquisition team!

JOIN US!

In our pride, we empower our teammates to find their roar and run with their wildest ideas. We don’t wait for things to happen; we pounce and make it happen!

Would you be a good fit for the Leo Pride - give us a roar!

As our company working language is English, we’d like to see your CV in English, please