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Finance Business Partner

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1 week ago
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Salary: £53,897 - £59,886

Permanent, flexible working

Hybrid working, minimum 1 day a week in office

Office based at Portland Place

Closest Stations Regent’s Park and Great Portland Street



Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.

The Academy of Medical Science are the independent, expert voice of biomedical and health research in the UK. The Academy’s vision is good health for all supported by the best research and evidence. Their mission is to help create an open and progressive research sector to improve the health of people everywhere. They do this by supporting researchers with innovative funding and career development opportunities; helping create a more sustainable environment for delivering outstanding research, and helping researchers to work with academia, the public, policy makers and industry to make the greatest difference to health


The Academy’s vision is simple but powerful: good health for all, supported by the best research and evidence. They work across academia, policy, industry, and the public to create an open, progressive and sustainable research environment—ultimately improving lives.


About the Role


As Finance Business Partner, you’ll play a vital role in helping teams across the Academy make sound financial decisions. Sitting within the Finance team, you'll work closely with programme managers and budget holders to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and strategic financial planning. Your insights and challenge will help ensure strong financial management across all projects and functions.


This is a high-visibility role, perfect for someone who enjoys combining technical excellence with business partnering and stakeholder engagement.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process, producing templates, analysing submissions, and reconciling across departments.
  • Work closely with the Head of Finance to prepare the overall Academy budget and multi-year financial models.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure budgets are uploaded correctly into the finance system.
  • Act as a strategic partner and ‘critical friend’ to non-finance stakeholders—providing analysis, advice, and challenge to support effective decision-making.
  • Oversee financial compliance on externally funded projects, including grants and contracts.
  • Provide regular financial reporting, including management accounts, and assist with risk and scenario planning.


What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Solid experience in finance business partnering, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills—confident working with stakeholders at all levels and able to influence without authority.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong analytical skills.
  • Experience working in or with mission-led or complex organisations is desirable, but not essential.


Why Join the Academy?

  • Competitive salary with clear progression framework
  • Hybrid working with flexibility (typically one day per week in the office)
  • 29 days’ annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure
  • Generous pension contributions (up to 13% combined)
  • Enhanced family leave and return-to-work coaching
  • Wellbeing benefits including Headspace, ClassPass, and more
  • Supportive, inclusive culture with ongoing training and development opportunities


The Academy values diversity and encourages applications from all sectors—including industry, charity, and practice. What matters most is your ability to bring financial insight and business acumen to support the Academy’s impactful mission.


The Academy of Medical Sciences is proud to partner with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on this recruitment. To apply please reach out to Iain directly.

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