Job Title
Business Manager – Strategic Initiatives
Location
India
Reports to
Chief of Staff, TOD
Role Description
We are seeking a dynamic Business Manager to serve as a strategic business partner, driving the execution of key initiatives while ensuring operational excellence and financial accountability.
The Business Manager acts as the operational backbone for the Technology, Operations, and Delivery functions respectively— ensuring that priorities, plans, governance, financials, and communications are effectively coordinated and executed in support of the Group Heads.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Execution
- Partner with Technology business leaders to develop and refine strategic initiatives aligned with FNZ's overall objectives
- Drive end-to-end execution of Technology strategic projects, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope
- Create detailed Technology project plans, identify dependencies, and manage cross-functional workstreams
- Monitor progress against strategic KPIs and provide regular updates to stakeholders
Business Performance Management
Lead monthly / quarterly business reviews for Group Technology, preparing comprehensive performance dashboards and insightsAnalyse business metrics, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions or optimization opportunitiesFacilitate review meetings with Technology senior leadership members, ensuring actionable outcomes and follow-upDevelop and maintain standardized reporting frameworks across the business unitFinancial Planning & Cost Management
Collaborate with Technology business owners to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecastsTrack and analyze Technology cost performance against budget, identifying variances and underlying driversPartner with Finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and complianceSupport business case development for new initiatives, including ROI analysis and risk assessmentStakeholder Management & Communication
Serve as primary liaison between the Group Technology Function and corporate functions (Finance, HR, Legal, IT)Build strong relationships across all organizational levels to facilitate smooth project executionCommunicate complex business information clearly to diverse audiencesCoordinate with other Technology Managers to share best practices and ensure consistencyExcellent project management capabilities with experience using project management toolsRequirements
Experience required
Essential Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Economics, or related field3-5 years of experience in Fintech / IT business management, strategy consulting, or financial planning rolesStrong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysisAdvanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferredKey Skills & Competencies
Broad business management expertise across multiple function in Tech companyStrategic thinking with ability to translate vision into executable plansStrong financial acumen and understanding of P&L managementExceptional communication and presentation skillsProven ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levelsResults driven, detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skillsAdaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPreferred Qualifications
MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, CIMA)Experience in financial services or fintech industryKnowledge of regulatory requirements in financial servicesExperience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)About FNZ
FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back.
We created wealth's growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution.
We partner with over 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth managers, with US$1.7 trillion in assets under administration (AUA).
Together with our customers, we help over 26 million people from all wealth segments to invest in their future.
Skills Required
Financial Modeling, Data Analysis, Power Bi, Advanced Excel, Tableau