Strategy & Governance Analyst (12-month FTC)

Job Description Aberdeen plc. is one of the world's largest investment companies, and we are built on a long standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society and our shareholders. Our strategy is to build a vibrant and value-creating purpose-led organisation, with the current and future needs of our stake holders at the heart of all we do. Our corporate function is at the heart of our business and responsible for developing and delivering our IT Strategy, managing our data, managing change programmes, developing and implementing software solutions, as well as maintaining the integrity and performance of our systems, infrastructure and applications. The role of the corporate function is increasingly pivotal to the success of Aberdeen, and we aim to deliver both the innovation and responsiveness needed in today's competitive and fast-changing investment and regulatory landscape. The corporate function also ensures that our services and solutions are seamlessly aligned across our global platforms to enable every aspect of our business to operate smoothly and efficiently. Reporting to the Service Deliver Manager (ITAM) the Service Strategy & Governance Analyst will support the delivery of the corporates strategy by executing and tracking of progress against a clear roadmap and operating plan in place. This will span a number of areas including financials, people / manpower, sourcing partners, and improvement initiatives to develop required capabilities and increase performance. The role holder will collaborate across corporate, ITS and the wider business to champion the vision and strategy for IT service management. Key Outcomes Supports the Service Protection Manager (ITAM) in the execution of the corporate vision and strategy Develop and maintain high level policies and procedures for Enterprise Services for governance and oversight Works as part of a team to deliver operating plans for corporate, in line with wider Technology operating plan, covering key areas such as supply / manpower, financials, KPIs, capability development, improvement initiatives, risks etc Tracking and reporting on progress against the operating plan and roadmap underpinning the corporate strategy, ensuring exceptions are communicated and managed appropriately Working in partnership across corporate (and other teams as appropriate), to maintain a detailed operating model for the corporate function, with clearly defined functions and processes, toolsets, organisation structures and appropriate use of sourcing models Analysis and reporting of financial budgets and manpower plans to deliver services, ensuring they are in line with agreed operating plans, and are reviewed regularly Monitoring and tracking against Enterprise Services KPI's, synergies and cost saving targets. Help to understand and map the business value of our services. Assist in defining and embedding a knowledge management strategy across corporate. Assist in the development and implementation of a robust approach to service portfolio management that manages the introduction of new services, changes to existing services and the prioritisation of investments based on customer demand / needs and value Assists in the tracking of future demand and assessing impact as necessary Plan and manage Service Strategy & Governance assigned initiatives as appropriate Skills & Experience Essential: Good financial and commercial acumen with a strong grasp of P&L across multiple vendors/suppliers with multi-million-pound budgets Finance degree and/or minimum of 12 months professional experience in a finance focused role Broad understanding of IT Service Management Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal Strong analytical skills Strong attention to detail Good collaboration and facilitation skills Ability to engage all levels independently Qualifications: ITIL qualifications desirable We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here. Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients' changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we'd like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we've adopted a 'blended working' approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we'll be happy to help. We're committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK's leading Wealth & Investments group. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. You can find out more about what we do here. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients' evolving needs.