Head of Business Management
Location: Hove
Contract type: Full-time
Function: IT & Change
Job reference: 3720_17713
Description
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can influence change and drive performance?
We’re looking for a Head of Business Management to join our Group Functions IT (GFIT) team – a central function that plays a critical role in shaping the future of our technology operations.
In this high-impact role, you’ll be at the heart of our IT leadership team, responsible for delivering best-in-class business operations, financial performance, and workforce planning.
Role
- Leading cross-functional initiatives and championing operational improvements across Group Functions IT
- Managing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cost optimisation activities
- Shaping and delivering the annual operating plan aligned with strategic priorities
- Overseeing workforce planning, recruitment strategy and resource management
- Driving innovation and continuous improvement to enhance user experience and efficiency
- Owning and evolving the internal and external communication strategy
- Collaborating with senior stakeholders to align on strategic goals and service delivery
- Supporting and developing a high-performing Business Management team
Qualifications
- Demonstrable experience in financial and operational management within an IT environment
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing high-performing teams
- Proven ability to analyse and present management information to influence senior stakeholders
- Experience in workforce planning and resource management in Agile and Waterfall settings
- A strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
- Lean Six Sigma experience
- Knowledge of IT governance, supplier management and performance metrics
- Familiarity with automation, AI and Microsoft 365 tools (desirable)
Benefits
At L&G, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Benefits include:
- Annual performance-related bonus plan and share schemes
- Generous pension contribution
- Company car allowance
- Life assurance
- Healthcare plan (for permanent employees)
- At least 30 days holiday, plus public holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
- Competitive family leave
- Electric car scheme via tax-efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees)
- Discounts on L&G products and at a range of retailers
- Modern office spaces redesigned with wellbeing at the heart
Additional Information
At L&G, we believe it’s possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all.
Join us and be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. You’ll be guided by leaders who care about your future and wellbeing, and empowered to develop your career and excel.
We’re open to flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares (where possible).
Don’t worry if you don’t meet every single criterion – we want to hear what you excel at and what strengths you can bring.
Application Process
Applying is simple:
- Click Apply for this role on our careers site.
- Create or log in to your Legal & General careers account.
- Upload your CV and complete the short online application form.
- If shortlisted, our recruitment team will be in touch about the next steps.
