Senior Finance Manager (FP&A) - Operations

Senior Finance Manager – Operations

About easyJet:

We are easyJet – a FTSE-100 listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe.

We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 19,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead the finance function for our Customer & Network Operations teams. This high-profile role is pivotal in strengthening performance, optimising costs, and shaping business priorities across key functions, including Disruption Management, Customer Contact Centre, Network Control, Navigation, Safety, Security & Compliance. With an annual spend of £835m, this role demands a combination of financial expertise, commercial acumen, and strong leadership to drive efficiency and deliver sustainable results.

What will you do:

As Senior Finance Manager, you will orchestrate financial strategy by spearheading forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning, building robust and efficient financial processes to support it all. You will provide incisive analysis that drives key strategic decisions, crafting and monitoring KPIs to pinpoint risks and opportunities, and recommending decisive action.

Your role will see you collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure that operational performance is aligned with our low-cost model, delivering insightful scenario analyses and sound financial advice. You will champion financial discipline and strong governance in all business decisions.

In the realm of technology and transformation, you will lead the finance workstream for the Airline Ops Tech Strategy (AOTS), shaping the future of our Customer & Network Centres and disruption management through technology. You will drive technological change by developing and embedding systems that boost efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring our investments deliver strong returns and long-term financial stability.

Reporting to the Head of Operational Finance as part of the leadership team, you will nurture a team of two, supporting their professional development. Collaboration will be key as you work across finance and operations to deliver measurable impact and continuous improvement.

Who we are looking for:

• 7–10 years PQE with robust experience in FP&A, business partnering, and leadership.

• An energetic self-starter who can contribute thoughtfully, using facts and data to support suggestions.

• Ability to influence business decisions actively by providing insight and analysis.

• Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis in complex settings.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders.

• Commercially astute, with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Exceptional proficiency in creating executive board-ready content, particularly PowerPoint presentations.

• Proficient in data storytelling, clearly articulating the "so what," presenting options, and making actionable, data-driven recommendations.

• Experience driving change through technology, designing, implementing, and embedding solutions that transform how the business operates.

• A collaborative, adaptable leader who thrives in fast-moving, cross-functional environments.

Benefits:

> Competitive base salary

> Up to 30% bonus

> 25 days holiday

> BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes

> 7% pension

> Life Assurance

> Flexible benefits package

> Excellent staff travel benefits

Reasonable adjustments:

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at . We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Application Process:

Applications close 15th October.

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Schedule: Full-time