Finance Business Partner

Prudential’s purpose is to be partners for every life and protectors for every future. Our purpose encourages everything we do by creating a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our people, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and we support our people’s career ambitions. We pledge to make Prudential a place where you can Connect, Grow, and Succeed.

This role supports the Lead, Finance Business Partner function by providing detailed financial analysis, advanced modeling, and in-depth business investigation to enable data-driven decision-making. The Finance Business Partner will focus on building robust financial models, conducting in-depth business financial analyses, and delivering actionable insights to support strategic initiatives within the insurance business. This role works closely with the Finance Business Partner and cross-functional teams to drive performance excellence.

Job Description:
 

Financial Analysis & Modeling

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support business planning, product development, and strategic initiatives
• Conduct detailed variance analysis and trend identification to explain business performance drivers
• Build scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess financial impacts of business decisions and market changes

Business Investigation & Insight

• Conduct deep-dive analyses into business performance, identifying root causes of variances and emerging trends
• Investigate financial and operational anomalies, providing evidence-based recommendations
• Analyze product profitability, customer behavior, and portfolio performance to support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with actuarial, underwriting, and operations teams to validate assumptions and improve forecasting accuracy

Planning & Forecasting Support

• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes by preparing detailed analysis and financial inputs
• Assist in developing management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership
• Maintain and enhance analytical tools, databases, and reporting frameworks
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial reporting and analysis

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with the Finance Business Partner to support stakeholder engagement and business partnering activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Actuarial, Product, Distribution, and Customer
• Present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders as required

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial modeling techniques, analytical processes, and reporting efficiency
• Contribute to the development of best practices within the Finance Performance Management team

Who We Are Looking For:

Competencies & Personal Traits

• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Produces high-quality, accurate financial models and analysis
• Communicates complex financial and actuarial concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Takes initiative in investigating business issues and proposing solutions
• Works effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Manages multiple priorities and delivers results within tight deadlines

Working Experience

• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in financial analysis, actuarial analysis, or financial planning & analysis, preferably within the life insurance industry
• Proven experience in conducting experience analyses (e.g., mortality, lapse, expense studies)
• Strong background in financial modeling and quantitative analysis

Education

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or Accountancy
• Progress toward or completion of actuarial/accountancy professional qualifications (e.g., ASA, FSA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent) is highly preferred

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling and complex formulas
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau)
• Familiarity with actuarial software and insurance financial systems is a plus

 

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.