Description
As a Product Development Manager in our Finance Transformation team, you will work with both BAU Support & FT Phase 1.2 which is on track for delivery in February ‘27 to make Oracle the book of record.
You’ll bridge the gap between technical complexity and business value, working closely with both our IT department and senior Finance leadership to turn technology into a competitive advantage.
At NEXT, we value your growth; you’ll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in an environment that prizes proactivity and collaboration.
Responsibilities
In this role, you won't just be moving tickets; you will be driving end-to-end delivery and ensuring our systems provide real value to the business.
Your day-to-day will involve:
- Team management: This will include the BAU Support Areas as well as the Finance Transformation Support Team - Managing both areas with clear & conscious objectives of what needs to be prioritised and bridging any gaps between the areas;
- Stakeholder partnership: Acting as the primary liaison for senior Finance leaders, translating technical bottlenecks into clear business decisions;
- Governance: Proactively managing project budgets, as well as managing 3rd party costs & signing off their invoices.
Requirements
We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented professional who thrives in the ‘grey area’ between IT and Finance.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- IT Project Management experience;
- Support knowledge background;
- ServiceNow experience;
- A solid grasp of core accounting principles and financial reporting requirements;
- The ability to make the complex sound simple, whether you are talking to a developer or senior leadership.
Benefits
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (*when purchased through NEXT);
- Company performance based bonus;
- Sharesave scheme;
- On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas;
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty;
- Early VIP access to sale stock;
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops;
- Restaurants with great food at amazing prices;
- Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services;
- Free on-site parking;
- Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing;
- Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification;
- Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store;
- Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other;
- Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more