Finance Business Partner London, GBR Posted 2 days ago London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Role: Finance Business Partner, Director Location: London Role Purpose To provide comprehensive financial support to the Leasing Line of Business teams specialising in Occupier, Sector and Asset services across Europe and in particular our growing European Data Centre Solutions (DCS) teams. Working within the Advisory segment of CBRE, the role will be integral to ensuring sound financial management and providing deep financial insights across Europe. The role involves interacting with multiple internal stakeholders in London and across Europe whilst reporting into the Head of Finance for Continental Europe with a dotted line into the MD of Leasing Europe. Key Responsibilities Drive sound financial management and insights into the Leasing European Platform and DCS teams via their management accounts Steer engagement with the Business Leads to assess and challenge: Client/Service performance, headcount positions, client wins/losses, revenue pipelines, debt levels, risks & opportunities, etc. Prepare financial summaries/report packs and commentary that can be used with confidence in decision making with the business and wider Finance. Respond to the business financial queries and close out issues in a timely manner. Oversee the monthly close and ensure adherence to policies and procedures: Revenue Recognition, Balance sheet reconciliations etc. Own the team bonus/commission calculation and tracking. Drive fair distribution of Platform team allocations and management of allocation keys. Drive financial planning and analysis to support business strategic objectives Guide the MD of Leasing Europe throughout the annual performance cycle. Support MD and each country with their Quarterly Forecasts, Annual Budgeting and long term Business Planning to ensure alignment to overall Leasing objectives. Inform business cases and appraise new investment decisions. Key contact for all Leasing Lob queries in Europe and for any global cost/revenue tracking initiatives. Drive integration and automation of the finance and business data landscape Enhance reporting landscape and management information packs. Drive process efficiencies between business and finance teams to seek out best practice. Active member of the wider Finance community, supporting ad hoc requests and change initiatives What you will need: Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA). 8+ years PQE in finance business partnering role Building clear and concise presentation decks, charts, comments and actionable insights Experience of driving and leading change: process redesign, systems implementation, outsourcing etc Confidence in building pricing and forecasting models and ad‑hoc data analysis projects Strong drive for continuous improvement and keen interest in automation/AI etc Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience dealing with MDs. Why CBRE When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realise your potential. We welcome all applicants. We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process. CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans) #J-18808-Ljbffr