Financial Analyst

  • Hays
  • Jun 11, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Financial Analyst - Insurance - London (Hybrid) - £80,000 - £90,000

Your new company
A high-growth, internationally backed insurance business is seeking a Financial Analyst to join its expanding FP&A team in London. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with strong global backing and significant growth ambitions. The role offers high visibility to senior leadership and exposure to strategic decision-making across a complex, international operation.

Your new role
Reporting to senior FP&A leadership, you will play a key role in delivering financial insight and supporting commercial strategy across the business. This is a broad, analytically focused role offering exposure to performance analysis, strategic projects, and executive reporting.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering financial and commercial analysis to support business strategy and decision-making
  • Producing and enhancing monthly and quarterly reporting for senior leadership
  • Supporting the development of KPIs and performance metrics across the business
  • Analysing profitability across business units and identifying growth opportunities
  • Contributing to strategic initiatives across areas such as compensation, operations, and growth
  • Preparing materials for senior leadership presentations and business reviews
  • Supporting market analysis, benchmarking, and competitive positioning
  • Assisting with strategic projects, including recruitment and potential corporate activity


What you'll need to succeed
This role will suit a highly analytical, commercially minded individual looking to accelerate their career within a dynamic and high-performing environment.
Key requirements:
  • Minimum 1+ year experience in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate finance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Ability to interpret complex data and present clear, actionable insights
  • Strong communication skills and confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders
  • A proactive, inquisitive mindset with the ability to challenge and improve existing processes
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities


What you'll get in return
You will join a collaborative, flat-structured organisation that values expertise, initiative, and impact. The business is experiencing strong growth and offers a clear platform for career progression and professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre analyst seeking exposure to senior leadership, strategic projects, and a broad commercial remit within an international business.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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