Head of Finance Partnering

• Location: Sydney

• Type: Permanent, full time

• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance Partnering to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team for specific Lines of Business and support the GM of Planning and Analysis. This team is responsible for business planning and forecasting, management reporting and supporting business performance analysis.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role

As the Head of Finance Partnering you will advise business line leaders by assisting in the setting of the corporate vision and strategic business line objectives. You will take overall responsibility for the strategic planning process, forecasting and analysis of business performance and supporting strategic course correction.

• Key accountabilities include:
  Accountability for the performance and results of the Business Line FP&A team Through Finance Business Partners

• Monitor changes in best practice (within and outside of the insurance industry)

• Formulate an opinion on the impact of these changes on the existing operating model and make recommendations for change to the ANZO CFO, and/or other stakeholders

• Influence and shape the culture that underpins behaviours of employees within the business line FP&A team
  Actively manage talent (attract, recruit, develop and retain high calibre individuals) and build people capability for the future (succession planning)

About you

The ideal will have strong leadership, influencing and advocacy skills with an ability to deliver insights and tell a story using data.  You will have high attention to detail; strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills, supported by an ability to identify the key issues and business drivers behind the numbers.

Other key competencies and skills will include:

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of the Insurance industry and business, with a working knowledge of financial systems, budgeting and planning, and reporting technologies and tools

• Deep knowledge of FP&A processes with strong understanding of accounting principles with the ability to interpret Financial Statements

• High level of initiative and results orientation, paired with excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong people management skills with the ability to lead and manage through a team of senior professionals

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance

• 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super

• A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here. 

Rewards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program

• Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion

• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen! 

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.

Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at [email protected]

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.