Interim Group Reporting Senior Manager - FTC at RELX, London Strand (Visa Sponsorship Available)

RELX is seeking an Interim Group Reporting Senior Manager for a Fixed-Term Contract based in London Strand. This pivotal role is ideal for experienced financial reporting leaders, and notably, visa sponsorship is available, making it open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. While the salary is not explicitly stated, the position offers appealing working prospects and numerous wellbeing initiatives.

Job Description

In this Interim Group Reporting Senior Manager role, you will be at the forefront of RELX PLC's external financial reporting, ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of financial statements for shareholders and key stakeholders. You will lead the preparation of the Annual Report, Half Year Results, and 20-F filings, upholding strict adherence to IFRS and regulatory standards.

Beyond reporting, you will manage reporting governance, timetables, and stakeholder review cycles, coordinating essential inputs across various departments including Finance, Legal, Company Secretariat, and Investor Relations. A key aspect of the role involves driving continuous improvement in reporting quality, efficiency, and controls, alongside acting as the Group’s technical accounting expert, providing IFRS guidance and leading the assessment and implementation of new accounting standards.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in Group reporting, external reporting, and technical accounting within large multinational organisations.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS and UK/US listed company reporting requirements, with proven experience leading annual and interim reporting processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage external audit relationships effectively, coordinating deliverables and ensuring timely completion of reporting milestones.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of delivering high-quality reporting under tight deadlines.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, with visa sponsorship available for foreign / overseas applicants who require a Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa.

Benefits

• Work in a way that works for you, promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Flexible working hours, allowing you to manage your schedule and work when most productive.
• Access to numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals.
• Opportunity to lead, coach, and develop an external reporting team within a global, top-tier UK listed company.
• Country-specific benefits designed to support your well-being and happiness.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants eyeing this Interim Group Reporting Senior Manager role at RELX, tailoring your application to UK standards is crucial. Ensure your CV highlights your multinational experience and IFRS expertise in a UK-centric format, focusing on quantifiable achievements. Your LinkedIn profile should be professionally updated, reflecting your skills and experience to appeal to UK recruiters, and consider networking with professionals in similar roles within the UK.

When crafting your cover letter, explicitly state your interest in the role and your understanding of UK/US listed company reporting requirements. Given the visa sponsorship, be prepared to discuss your immigration status confidently during interviews, emphasizing your qualifications and commitment to the role and the company.

• Ensure your professional accounting qualification (ACA, CA or equivalent) is clearly presented and recognised in the UK context.
• Refine your CV to showcase your experience in Group reporting and IFRS within large multinational organisations, using UK-preferred terminology.
• Prepare a cover letter that directly addresses the job requirements and expresses your enthusiasm for working in the UK.
• Practice articulating your technical accounting expertise and your experience with annual/interim reporting processes.
• Be ready to discuss your visa sponsorship needs and why you are a strong candidate despite requiring sponsorship.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is AVAILABLE for this position. This means the role is openly welcoming applications from foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. If your immigration status is borderline or complex, it is always advisable to clearly state your current right-to-work status and any sponsorship needs in your application or cover letter.