Performance Investment & Business Manager
British Rowing
Full-time
On-site
London, United Kingdom
Accountancy, Management
A bit about the role
British Rowing’s Performance Directorate, Great Britain Rowing Team (GBRT), is responsible for the preparation and delivery of one of Britain’s most successful Olympic and Paralympic sports. The team’s successes rely not only on the front line activity of World Class rowers and coaches, but the business acumen, financial management, and strategic decision making that underpin the team’s present and future from behind the scenes. GBRT is seeking a savvy and experienced professional with impeccable integrity and a strong background in financial planning to join the team’s preparations for LA2028 and Brisbane 2032. Working closely with the Director of Performance and the Performance Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the forecasting and financial management of a substantial quadrennial investment (~£28million).
In addition to balancing investment across multiple key areas such as workforce, training activity and equipment, this role will input to the smooth running of the team’s National Training Centre at the Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake. The successful candidate will join in an exciting period of development for this invaluable facility, playing a part in ensuring the continued day to day running whilst preparing it to better support teams for years to come. Experience of procurement and a passion for problem solving in a fast paced environment are a pre-requisite for this role. The successful applicant will be relied upon as a source of sound advice and judgement to senior leadership and as such will have demonstrable experience of being part of a high performing senior management team. An ability to constructively challenge and hold people to account could make the difference both financially and in medal performances on the water.
You can find the full job description here.
In addition to balancing investment across multiple key areas such as workforce, training activity and equipment, this role will input to the smooth running of the team’s National Training Centre at the Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake. The successful candidate will join in an exciting period of development for this invaluable facility, playing a part in ensuring the continued day to day running whilst preparing it to better support teams for years to come. Experience of procurement and a passion for problem solving in a fast paced environment are a pre-requisite for this role. The successful applicant will be relied upon as a source of sound advice and judgement to senior leadership and as such will have demonstrable experience of being part of a high performing senior management team. An ability to constructively challenge and hold people to account could make the difference both financially and in medal performances on the water.
You can find the full job description here.
A bit about you
This is a pivotal role in driving the performance team forwards and would suit someone who can demonstrate strong business acumen alongside significant experience in financial planning, creative problem solving and working with stakeholders at every level in and outside of an organisation.
Mandatory Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in managing a complex range of resources, giving sound advice and judgement to senior leadership and be well versed at being part of a strong high performing senior management team
- Advanced Excel skills and be highly numerate
- Previous budget setting experience
- An understanding of accounting principles
- Procurement experience
- An ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals
- Excellent attention to detail
- High levels of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- The ability to constructively challenge and hold individuals to account where required.
- Accountancy qualifications
- Building management experience
- An understanding of High Performance Sport
- Operations experience
- Power BI dashboard creation or use.
What we offer
In addition to a competitive salary and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, you’ll also get:
- 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)
- £20 per month with Betterspace (our wellbeing platform)
- Access to our private health insurance scheme
- Life assurance (x3 your salary)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free and secure parking in Hammersmith and Caversham
- Free annual ROW Membership
Additional Information
Work Location
The role is based between British Rowing’s Headquarters in Hammersmith, London and the National Training Centre in Caversham, Reading.
Hours
The post-holder’s hours will be flexible to reflect the needs of the role and, while maintaining an appropriate work/life balance, may include time in evenings, at weekends and over public holidays. Standard working hours are 40hrs per week although flexibility is required in order to reflect the needs of the business and to ensure core objectives are achieved.
Application Process & Next Steps
Applicants should apply by submitting their CV and cover letter by Monday 31st March 2025. However, if you like the sound of the job, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate!
Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 15th April 2025 at British Rowing Headquarters in Hammersmith, London (6 Lower Mall, W6 9DJ) with the potential for second round interviews by arrangement.
The role is based between British Rowing’s Headquarters in Hammersmith, London and the National Training Centre in Caversham, Reading.
Hours
The post-holder’s hours will be flexible to reflect the needs of the role and, while maintaining an appropriate work/life balance, may include time in evenings, at weekends and over public holidays. Standard working hours are 40hrs per week although flexibility is required in order to reflect the needs of the business and to ensure core objectives are achieved.
Application Process & Next Steps
Applicants should apply by submitting their CV and cover letter by Monday 31st March 2025. However, if you like the sound of the job, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate!
Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 15th April 2025 at British Rowing Headquarters in Hammersmith, London (6 Lower Mall, W6 9DJ) with the potential for second round interviews by arrangement.
About us
British Rowing is the governing body for the sport of rowing, both indoor rowing and rowing on water. We are committed to ensuring that the sport continues to thrive from the grassroots right up to winning medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are responsible for participation and the development of rowing and indoor rowing in England and for the training and selection of individual rowers and crews representing Great Britain.
British Rowing is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a culture where everyone feels welcomed, supported and like they belong. We understand that a diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger and we are continuously working to create an inclusive workplace environment. Therefore, we are proud to encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
British Rowing is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a culture where everyone feels welcomed, supported and like they belong. We understand that a diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger and we are continuously working to create an inclusive workplace environment. Therefore, we are proud to encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.