Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Vice President, Finance Business Partner, Payment Networks The Vice President, Finance Business Partner -- Payment Networks at Mastercard will be a senior finance leader and strategic business partner in the Payment Networks Organization, providing leadership across business strategy, growth priorities, financiak planning, performance management, investment prioritization, and decision support. This VP will lead a finance team within Payment Networks responsible for real time payments (RTP) – across international markets and RTP global products and engineering -- requiring effective business partnering and translating business, product, engineering, and regulatory requirements into financial insights, actionable plans, and executive-ready recommendations. This role partners closely with Business teams, Product, Engineering, regional and Corporate Finance, People & Capability and Controllership teams to ensure financial outcomes are aligned with organizational goals, governance expectations, and Mastercard’s strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic finance leader with strong business judgment, executive presence, and the ability to lead through ambiguity in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment. Responsibilities: • Lead Finance Business Partner agenda for Payment Networks, RTP (ex-Uk) as a se
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At Snowflake, we are powering the era of the agentic enterprise. To usher in this new era, we seek AI-native thinkers across every function who are energized by the opportunity to reinvent how they work. You don’t just use tools; you possess an innate curiosity, treating AI as a high-trust collaborator that is core to how you solve problems and accelerate your impact. We look for low-ego individuals who thrive in dynamic and fast-moving environments and move with an experimental mindset — who rapidly test emerging capabilities to discover simpler, more powerful ways to deliver results. At Snowflake, your role isn't just to execute a function, but to help redefine the future of how work gets done. About the Team Strategic Finance is the commercial and analytical engine behind Snowflake's product and revenue decisions. The team operates at the intersection of product strategy, pricing, and investment prioritization. Strategic Engagements, the function this role sits within, owns Snowflake's most consequential customer pursuits, partnerships, and M&A engagements. We bring financial, product, market, and pricing depth to the deals that determine quarters, set commercial precedent, and shape Snowflake's largest customer relationships. About the Role We are hiring an International Strategic Engagements Deal Lead to own the commercial structuring and execution of Snowflake's most consequential customer engagements outside North America. You will be the in-region point person for Strategic Engagements across EMEA, APAC, and other international markets, providing time-zone coverage, local commercial relationships, and regional commercial structuring expertise that the NoAM-based team cannot deliver remotely. You will own the deal-by-deal economic frame, commercial recommendation, and structuring approach for qualifying international engagements across the full deal portfolio: net-new logo acquisitions, installed-base expansions, partnership-driven structures, and precede
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: WPP is embarking on a major 3-year transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to: Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change Workday is a cornerstone of this transformation, providing a single, modern system of record for people data and for driving efficiency through our operations and finance functions. By standardising core processes, improving data quality and enabling better insights, Workday supports consistent ways of working, stronger governance and future‑ready capabilities, while creating the foundation for scalable change, automation and AI‑enabled decision making across WPP. We are looking for a Workday Global HCM Support Lead with strong experience in leading a global technology support function. The purpose of the role is to deliver a high-quality support service to our key s
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: As part of WPPs Elevate28 strategy, we are accelerating a major Finance Technology transformation to simplify, modernise and standardise the platforms, data and processes that underpin G lobal F inance. This portfolio is critical to statutory reporting, management reporting, forecasting, planning, control, performance management , compliance, and executive decision-making. The Global Programme Director - Finance Technology will shape, govern and drive WPP’s global Finance Technology transformation portfolio. This senior enterprise leadership role turns a complex, multi-year agenda into a coherent roadmap that simplifies the finance technology estate, strengthens control and resilience, and enables faster, more trusted business insight. The role spans Finance ERP standardisation, consolidation platform replacement, enterprise performance management, revenue forecasting, analytics, finance data foundations and operating model change. It will work across Group Finance, Enterprise Technology, agencies, markets, regions and deliver
Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity. Role Overview: PlayStation Studios Finance team is seeking a Manager, FP&A, Creative and Services to join the team. This role will be a key finance partner to Creative Arts, Localisation, and Co-Development studios teams, with direct ownership of financial planning, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis, and business support for Sound and Music teams within Creative Arts. The role will manage two analysts who support broader Creative Arts, Localisation, and Co-Development studios finance activities. The Manager will help business partners understand financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, support cost optimisation, and drive informed decision-making. The ideal candidate is a strong business partner and people leader with excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly. You are comfortable building financial models, driving process improvement, supporting business cases, and developing a high-performing team. This role, hybrid or remote, will preferably be based in Canada or the UK, and will report to the ‘Sr. Manager, FP&A - Tech, Creative, and Services’ who is based out of San Mateo, CA US. What You’ll Be Doing: Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for
About THG Ingenuity THG Ingenuity is a fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, designed to power brands without limits. Our global end-to-end tech platform is comprised of three products: THG Commerce, THG Studios, THG Fulfilment. Each represents a single, unified solution, overcoming challenges and taking brands direct-to-consumer. Our client portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, Elemis, Homebase, and Proctor & Gamble. Assistant Financial Controller - Fulfilment Operations Role Overview We are seeking an Assistant Financial Controller/Management Accountant to support the financial performance of THG Ingenuity's fulfilment operations. This role plays a key part in operational costing, commercial analysis, forecasting, budgeting and business partnering across multiple fulfilment sites. The successful candidate will work closely with Site Leads, Operational Leadership and Commercial teams to provide financial insight, challenge assumptions, improve profitability and support strategic decision-making. The role will also support new client onboarding activities, ensuring operational requirements are understood and reflected within financial models and forecasts. Key Responsibilities Business partner fulfilment Site Leads, supporting and challenging financial and operational performance. Own weekly forecasting processes & operational reporting for a designated fulfilment site. Produce and analyse Cost Per Unit (CPU) reporting, identifying risks and opportunities to improve profitability. Deliver weekly and monthly variance analysis against forecast, budget and prior year. Support annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting activities. Support financial requirements for new client onboarding and implementation projects. Review labour, warehousing and operational cost performance, driving accountability across sites. Assist with month-end activities, reporting and financial controls. Identify opportunities t
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Senior Director, Programme Management Location: London Reporting to: Global Senior Director, Strategic Programmes Why We Are Hiring: WPP’s Data & Technology Solutions (DTS) is WPP’s global data products and technology team. We partner with our agencies and clients to create data-driven solutions and technology products that power marketing transformation. At the heart of this is WPP Open , our AI-powered marketing platform that brings together people, data, tools and AI to help deliver better outcomes for clients. We're looking for a Senior Director, Programme Management to join our Strategic Programmes team and help deliver some of DTS's most important initiatives. This is an opportunity to work across a wide range of programmes, bringing together teams, stakeholders and capabilities from across the business to deliver meaningful change. You'll play a key role in turning priorities into action, helping teams stay aligned, navigate challenges and deliver successful outcomes. You'll enjoy building relationships and bringing clarity to complex
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional to play a key role in the timely and accurate delivery of monthly management accounts for the Infosum legal entities within the wider WPP EMEA Group. This position is responsible for providing insightful variance analysis, exception reporting, and ensuring robust financial reporting that supports effective business decision-making. Working closely with the Infosum's junior management accountant, you will collaborate on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and SAP BFC reporting processes while also contributing to initiatives that drive greater efficiency, improve controls, and enhance ways of working across both the finance function and the wider business. Success in this role requires strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships across multiple teams and levels of seniority. You will partner closely with colleagues across Finance and the business, helping to ensure the delivery of high-quality financial information and supporting key strategic objectives. This role
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: We're looking for an experienced Treasury Systems leader to shape and deliver the future of Treasury technology at WPP. Reporting into Group Treasury, you'll lead the management, optimisation and transformation of our global treasury systems landscape, supporting the delivery of Elevate28, WPP's strategic transformation programme. You'll work across Treasury, Finance, Technology, regional teams and external partners to drive automation, improve controls, enhance reporting, and deliver major system initiatives. The role will oversee cross-regional transformation projects, ensuring successful delivery of complex system and process changes while managing risks, dependencies, resources, and key stakeholder decisions. You will also play a pivotal role in Treasury Systems governance, leading change request management, supporting Steering Committee activities, and helping shape the future operating model of the Treasury function. This is a high-impact role with the opportunity to influence the future operating model of Treasury Systems at a global scale while leading a team based in Bengalu
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: At WPP, technology is at the heart of everything we do, and it is WPP ET’s mission to enable everyone to collaborate, create and thrive. WPP ET is undergoing a significant transformation to build the transformation platform that will power the next evolution of WPP. WPP is on a journey to clarify and simplify the operating model between our brands and WPP, modernise and create tech-enabled colleague experiences, and create an open, integrated technology innovation platform across WPP. Along that journey we will ensure WPP ET is a destination for tech talent, modernise our ways of working, shift to cloud and micro-service-based architectures, drive automation, digitise colleague and client experiences and deliver insight from WPP’s petabytes of data. As we continue this journey, a Director of Service Delivery is required to lead the delivery and continuous improvement of core enterprise technology services, ensuring high-quality, reliable and user-focused services across WPP. The role will own service performance, service management, and the service desk, while also leadin
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: We are seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join WPP Media. This role will be responsible for leading and managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and reporting is delivered accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will maintain robust financial controls, drive continuous process improvements, and support the delivery of a streamlined and effective reporting function. This function provides timely and accurate monthly reporting to WPP, including P&L and balance sheet submissions, as well as high-quality management information to support business decision-making. What you'll be doing: Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Lead the month-end, quarter-end, half-year, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and supporting commentary. Deliver insightful variance analysis, identifying key business drivers and providing recommendations to stakeholders. Overse
Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic, data-driven leader with a deep understanding of sales processes, marketing strategies, and customer success to join the GTM Operations team. The Manager of GTM Operations (EMEA/APAC) is a critical, strategic partner to the VP of Sales in EMEA and APAC. You will foster collaboration and alignment among the entire commercial organization including Sales, Customer Success, Marketing, and Partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building scalable processes and leveraging AI to drive sustained revenue growth. Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities are essential. Key Responsibilities: Commercial Strategy and Growth Partner with the Sales and Finance to develop and operationalize a commercial growth strategy, ensuring alignment between pipeline and bookings targets, capacity, headcount and budgets Translate complex data into actionable recommendations for Commercial leaders Develop and maintain segmentation models and sales coverage strategies that align to growth objectives, drive focus, and optimize rep productivity Forecasting & Pipeline Management Drive and evolve the sales forecasting framework, implementing a disciplined, data-driven forecast cadence across all theatres and segments Utilize Salesforce, GTM tools and data sets (snowflake) to drive predictability, pipeline conversion, stage hygiene, and deal inspection processes. Leverage AI and machine learning capabilities within the existing data stack (e.g., Snowflake, Salesforce) to enhance forecast accuracy, surface pipeline risk earlier, and automate routine reporting Deliver consistent r
Position Overview: The Director, Product Marketing will own the end-to-end go-to-market strategy for Diligent Boards , driving positioning, messaging, product launches, market intelligence, sales enablement, pricing and packaging, and customer adoption across key segments and regions. We are looking for a strategic B2B SaaS product marketer with strong technical aptitude who can translate complex technology into compelling customer value. The ideal candidate has experience in a SAAS technology company. Exposure to product-led growth (PLG) is highly valuable. You will partner closely with Product, Engineering, AI/Data, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Enablement, Finance, and senior leadership to identify market opportunities, influence product strategy, and bring differentiated technology solutions to market. This is a high-impact role requiring someone who can move seamlessly between technical product detail, customer insights, commercial strategy, and compelling storytelling . Key Responsibilities: Go-to-Market & Product Strategy Own end-to-end GTM strategies for Diligent Boards across key customer segments and regions. Develop differentiated positioning, messaging, value propositions, and launch strategies based on customer, market, and competitive insights. Partner with Product and Engineering to understand product roadmaps, technical capabilities, integrations, data, AI functionality, and translate these into compelling customer benefits. Identify opportunities to improve product-market fit, adoption, expansion, and revenue growth. AI & Technical Product Marketing Develop GTM strategies for AI-powered products and capabilities , translating AI/GenAI functionality into clear business value and differentiated market positioning. Build sufficient technical depth to
About THG Ingenuity THG Ingenuity is a fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, designed to power brands without limits. Our global end-to-end tech platform is comprised of three products: THG Commerce, THG Studios, THG Fulfilment. Each represents a single, unified solution, overcoming challenges and taking brands direct-to-consumer. Our client portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, Elemis, Homebase, and Proctor & Gamble. About the Role: The Senior Ecommerce Manager is a senior commercial leadership role, responsible for setting and delivering the ecommerce trading, inventory and marketing strategy across a client account or vertical. This role goes beyond front-end ecommerce performance. You will take commercial ownership of how stock, product mix, margin, marketing investment and customer demand come together to drive sustainable growth. You will lead the development of trading strategies aligned to buying cycles, product launches and inventory plans, ensuring that merchandising, marketing and operational teams are working towards a unified commercial objective. You’ll be responsible for understanding and influencing stock health, sell-through, stock cover, margin performance and product lifecycle, using this insight to shape promotional strategy, visual merchandising, marketing investment and customer acquisition activity. Acting as the bridge between the Ecommerce Manager layer and the Head of Ecommerce, you will provide strategic direction to your team while leading senior stakeholders across buying, merchandising, finance, marketing and operations. You will own the commercial narrative for your accounts and have the confidence to challenge decisions where stock, margin or customer demand are not aligned. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Trading, Inventory & Commercial Performance Own the overall ecommerce trading strategy for your accounts, with responsibility for revenue, conversion, AOV, COS, ROAS, ma
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