Strategic Business Partner (Entertainment)

As a Strategic Business Partner (Entertainment), you will be responsible for shaping the future direction of the organisation by developing robust strategies that align with its vision. Your day-to-day activities will involve analysing vast amounts of data using modern business intelligence tools, conducting thorough market research to identify emerging trends, and monitoring the performance of ongoing initiatives. You will work collaboratively across departments, ensuring that every team is moving forward together with shared goals.

The package includes base salary + performance bonus

• Co-author comprehensive long-term strategies that translate organisational vision into actionable roadmaps for sustainable growth.
• Decode historical patterns and real-time metrics through advanced data analysis, uncovering opportunities that inform intelligent business decisions.
• Conduct deep-dive market research including competitive analysis and trend forecasting (SWOT), identifying areas for strategic advantage before competitors react.
• Continuously monitor the health of strategic initiatives, rigorously testing effectiveness and pivoting approaches as needed to ensure optimal performance.
• Act as a diplomatic bridge between diverse departments, breaking down silos and fostering stakeholder alignment from executive leadership to frontline teams.
• Present complex data insights through compelling narratives, simplifying information for leadership and inspiring confident decision-making.
• Champion key projects by managing their execution from inception to completion, ensuring ideas are realised successfully within set timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure shared purpose and synergy across all levels of the organisation.
• Utilise business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or Looker to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
• Maintain an agile approach to project management, adapting strategies quickly in response to changing market conditions.

What you bring:

To excel as a Strategic Business Partner (Entertainment), you will bring extensive experience from roles where finance is integral to business strategy rather than just reporting. Your background should include significant exposure to FP&A or commercial finance within sectors like FMCG or technology platforms. You possess advanced skills in utilising business intelligence tools for extracting insights from complex datasets—SQL proficiency is especially valuable. Your educational foundation includes a relevant bachelor’s degree; additional certifications such as CPA or CFA further highlight your technical expertise. Beyond technical skills, your ability to challenge assumptions respectfully ensures sound investment choices. You understand how different parts of the business interact—from supply chain operations to marketing effectiveness—and can translate these relationships into actionable plans. Your visionary mindset allows you to balance broad strategic objectives with detailed execution steps. Communication is one of your strengths: you simplify complexity for others while fostering empathy and collaboration throughout the organisation. Managing multiple projects efficiently under pressure comes naturally to you; your agility enables quick adaptation without losing sight of long-term goals.

• At least 7 years’ experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, or Business Controlling within FMCG or Tech/Platform businesses where finance drives decision-making.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or Looker; comfortable working with large datasets to extract actionable insights.
• SQL knowledge is highly advantageous for handling complex data queries and modelling scenarios.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; CPA, CFA, or MBA qualifications are highly regarded for demonstrating technical rigour.
• Ability to challenge senior stakeholders constructively using data-driven arguments to influence investment decisions.
• Deep understanding of business levers including supply chain dynamics, marketing ROI analysis, and pricing strategy development.
• Visionary thinking with the capacity to see both the big picture and intricate details within strategic planning processes.
• Analytical storytelling skills that enable you to persuade and influence through clear communication of numerical insights.
• Magnetic communication abilities allowing you to collaborate empathetically across all levels of the business.
• Execution discipline demonstrated by effective time management and project delivery in fast-moving environments.

What sets this company apart:

This entertainment organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration thrives. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance while encouraging professional development through ongoing training programmes. The company’s culture emphasises teamwork and mutual respect—every voice is valued regardless of department or seniority level. With a focus on leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven decision-making processes, staff are empowered to innovate within their roles. The leadership team prioritises transparency and open communication so employees feel connected to broader organisational goals. Opportunities for advancement are plentiful; individuals who demonstrate initiative are supported through mentorship schemes and access to industry-leading resources. The company’s dedication to nurturing talent ensures that everyone has the chance to grow both personally and professionally within a supportive environment.

What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of entertainment by connecting vision with execution in a collaborative environment, this is your moment—apply now!