Finance Lead - Resolution and Recovery

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Lead Resolution & Recovery to join our team in Financial Planning & Reporting.

In this new role, you'll review, critique and enhance the Society's existing processes with regards to the Bank of England's 'Valuation' and 'Restructuring' capabilities to support resolvability. You will work across various functions within the Finance division to improve documentation, models, data and controls to ensure compliance with the Bank of England's timeliness and robustness requirements.

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of one day a week of onsite presence in our central Leeds office required.

6 month fixed term contract.

About the role

As Finance Lead Resolution & Recovery, you will -

• Review existing capabilities in the areas of 'Valuations' and 'Restructuring', identify gaps and develop the enhancement plan
• Further enhance and develop existing capabilities in with BoE policy and industry best practice
• Ensure all relevant processes are comprehensively documented and the documentation is actively tested
• Ensure all associated models and EUC's are compliant with the Society's model governance requirements
• Conduct thorough and comprehensive model testing to ensure validity and that the models are sufficiently dynamic to test multiple scenarios
• Create playbooks for the Valuations and Restructuring processes
• Ensure appropriate controls are in place and are embedded into the Society's control framework

About you

What will you bring to the role?

• A strong understanding of the Bank of England policies on Valuations and Restructuring, alongside practical experience in the Financial Services sector
• Highly numerate and strong commercial acumen - capable of digesting and interpreting technical information
• Rigorous, methodical and well organised with excellent attention to detail and ability to deliver to deadlines
• Ability to identify and deliver process improvement and positive change - address key risks/ implications
• Detailed knowledge of the main Microsoft applications and the current MI/ finance systems utilised by the business
• Ability to review, manage and develop new financial and analytical models

About us

At YBS we don't have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you'll be respected for who you are, you'll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you'll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility.

We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it's finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We're happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime during the recruitment process to discuss this.

Development.

We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we're committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we'll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity.

We're passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you'll go the extra mile to help our members, you'll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You'll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that's why we'll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.
• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you'll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
• My Benefits. When you join YBS you'll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply?

If you're excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.

Want more information?

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on