Sr VP of Global Corporate Finance

Your Responsibilities

The Sr. Vice President of Corporate Finance is responsible for strategic direction of the Global FP&A function and working closely with the International FP&A teams to create a cohesive finance function that supports the global organization. This leader will be responsible for coordinating Lockton’s global finance efforts including global financial forecasting capabilities, investment analytics, M&A support, capital structure management, Treasury, lender and investor relations and stakeholder reporting.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership of iterative financial forecasting and planning processes to ensure capital planning, cash flow management and expectation and goal setting is delivered in a timely and rigorous manner.
• Lead the process of monitoring investment performance and advising upon alternative mitigating initiatives to be considered by operational leadership as needed. Partner with the US Series and International finance teams to develop KPI’s and strategies to optimize performance and returns.
• Partner with the Lockton CFO on capital structure management to safeguard ongoing business operations, ensure flexible access to capital markets, and to secure adequate funding at a competitive rate. This includes lender/investor and rating agency relations, oversight of quarterly compliance reporting and interest rate risk hedging strategy and implementation.
• Play an active role in designing, building, and supporting a global FP&A function through design, collaboration and relationship building while exhibiting a service, value-add mindset for our operational leaders.
• Responsible for directing the US treasury function which includes cash operations, bank relationships and investment management. Ensure optimal funding for business activities and administer the effective deployment of financial assets to ensure long-term growth and liaise with the international treasury (e.g., foreign and exchange strategy and implementation, dividend strategy team).
• Actively participate in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) due diligence, planning, structuring, analysis, and negotiation. Work with our teams globally to assess the strategic fit of a target analyzing relevant aspects of both domestic and global transactions, assessment of projected synergies, project management of the deal cycle, negotiations, with oversight of financial modeling, and analysis of returns.
• Leadership role in capital deployment strategy analysis and implementation.
• Responsible for oversight of stakeholder reporting including the Lockton US Board and shareholder reporting.
• Lead financial leadership team in acquiring top talent, training and mentoring, performance management, and other managerial responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field of study. MBA preferred.
• 10 years Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) experience with a demonstrated track record of leadership and creating leverageable change. Brokerage experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Strong presentation skills preferred.
• An executive presence with strong interpersonal and networking skills desired. Ability to work across all levels within the organization and across various cultures internationally.
• Thorough knowledge of financial best practices and requirements with a proven ability to provide sound and ethical financial counsel to executive leadership.
• Need strong, inclusive leadership skills which can work to bring others along. An inspirational and servant leader attitude is desired.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Should possess the ability to bring financial metrics/results to life for the broader organization in a meaningful way.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Skilled in implementing and leading change.
• Integrity and a desire to do the right thing is required.
  
  

Key Behaviors

• Communicate Clearly – Effective in a variety of communication settings by adjusting communication style to fit the audience and message. Actively listens and responds effectively and empathetically to the reactions and positions of others. Balances the needs of multiple stakeholders and understands their requirements, expectations, and needs. Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
• Inspire & Empower Others – Earn confidence and trust of others through respect, honesty, integrity, inclusivity, and authenticity. Create a climate which motivates associates to do their best and know their contributions are important. Cognizant of personal strengths, opportunities, and limits.
• Think Strategically – Articulate a clear vision which provides both focus and direction and integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate and insightful conclusions. Leverage knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out to guide decisions. Remain current on market practices and trends, competition news and initiatives, as well as internal policies and future ambitions.
• Create Accountability – Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures. Follows through on commitments and ensures others do the same. Provides clear direction and defines accountabilities. Establishes processes for monitoring work, measuring results, and maintaining a focus on goal achievement. Infectious self-motivation.
• Build Relationships – Works cooperatively with others across the organization. Comfortably relates with people across various levels, functions, cultures, and geographies. Integrates diverse views and finds common ground or acceptable alternatives. Credits others for contributions and accomplishments. Uses conflict as opportunities. Builds strong formal and informal networks.
• Develop People – Develops others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and new experiences. Unlocks individual potential by identifying unique talents and strengths. Fosters open dialogue and collaboration. Adopts an inspirational and servant leader approach.
• Lead Change – Encourages diverse thinking to promote innovation. Extracts lessons learned from mistakes. Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity and remains calm and productive during times of uncertainty. Readily adapts personal, interpersonal, and leadership behaviors.