Business Manager to the CFO (M/F)

We are hiring a Business Manager to work directly with the Chief Finance Officer, a member of the Executive Committee. More than a traditional business support role, this position acts as a strategic advisor and internal consultant to the CFO. You will tackle complex business challenges, drive transformation initiatives, support executive decision-making, and work across the organization to deliver strategic outcomes. This is a unique opportunity for a former consultant or strategy professional seeking direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to influence the direction of a leading financial institution. Your next challenge: 1. Strategy Advisory Information Management Act as a trusted sparring partner to the CFO on strategic, organizational and business topics. Structure complex topics, challenge assumptions, and prepare forward-looking positions. Monitor internal and external developments (e.g. market trends, industry shifts, regulatory changes, finance trends) and flag relevant risks or opportunities. Research and prepare materials, briefings, and presentations on diverse topics - either proactively or at the Executive’s request. 2. Operational Support Execution Prepare high-quality content (slides, briefings, memos) and coordinate inputs from across the business line. Ensure the Executive is fully briefed for meetings and urgent topics. Coordinate and participate in meetings, taskforces, and workgroups - internally and externally - ensuring follow-up on action items. Synthesize workshop documentation and ensure the Executive is always well-prepared. 3. Stakeholder Management Communication Act as a trusted liaison between the Executive and internal/external stakeholders. Build a strong network within the Executive’s departments and across the bank. Facilitate alignment, cascade key messages, and ensure two-way communication across N-1/N-2 levels. Identify conflicts, flag issues for intervention, and engage in brainstorming sessions with the Executive. 4. Project Leadership Independently lead and drive complex, high-stakes projects aligned with the Executive’s strategic priorities. Take ownership of key issues before escalation and proactively propose solutions. Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving, and leadership readiness. Deepen your business acumen and gain a comprehensive understanding of the business line’s functioning. Act as an internal consultant on key business priorities, including organisational transformation, operating model improvements and strategic initiatives.