Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.The Equity Modelling Director will be responsible for the development, ownership, and management of financial models for complex share schemes within the organisation. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate valuation of equity-based compensation schemes and providing critical financial insights to support strategic financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.The role requires close collaboration with senior leaders in HR, Finance, and Deals to ensure that all scheme details are accurately captured, clearly documented, and reflected appropriately in the models. Additionally, the role demands a strong eye for detail to ensure that no critical element is overlooked in the financial models.Development and Ownership of Financial Models# Lead the creation, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of complex financial models for equity share schemes.# Maintain a keen eye for detail to ensure financial models comprehensively capture the specifics of each individual scheme.# Valuation and Financial Planning# Provide accurate valuations of equity schemes to support financial reporting, ensuring compliance with IFRS 2 or other applicable accounting standards.# Deliver key inputs to financial plans, including forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial projections.# Offer scenario analysis and insights to aid decision-making and financial strategy development.

# Work closely with senior leaders in HR, Finance, and Deals to ensure all scheme details are clearly documented and accurately captured in the models.# Act as a trusted business partner to finance and HR teams, working closely with senior stakeholders to provide insights and recommendations.# Communicate financial modelling outputs clearly, including key assumptions, risks, and potential scenarios, to senior leadership.# Ensure financial models comply with internal governance frameworks and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) requirements.# Keep abreast of changes in accounting regulations, tax laws, and industry best practices to ensure continued compliance.

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Financial Modelling Expertise

: Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex financial models with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.# A sharp eye for detail to ensure that financial models capture all aspects of individual equity schemes.# Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.# Equity Modelling and Controls

: In-depth understanding of equity compensation modelling, including experience in a SOX-compliant environment.# Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a minimum of 10 years’ relevant post-qualification experience.# Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, particularly finance, HR, and Deals, fostering strong working relationships.# Familiarity with a range of equity compensation schemes, including share options, and long-term incentive plans.# Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling tools.# Experience with financial systems and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms.

At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. We''re committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.If you''re excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.*Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.Permanent#