The Electoral Commission
Finance Business Partner
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Basis: Permanent, full time, 36 hours per week
A £312 tax-free working from home allowance is also payable annually. Location: Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast or London (Hybrid – minimum 2 days in office) or Remote (UK) Salary: The base salary for this role is £42,033 to £46,703. Offers made above this will be made up with a pensionable recruitment and retention allowance.
For applicants attending our London office for a minimum of 2 days per week there is also a Location Allowance of £3,217
Benefits: Outstanding benefits including Civil Service Pension Scheme, flexible working, 28+ days holiday, and more.
About the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process.
As we progress through a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey.
About the role
We are looking for a skilled Finance Business Partner to join our Financial Planning and Analysis team. In this role, you will provide high-quality financial insight and advice to colleagues across the organisation, helping to support effective decision-making and deliver value for money.
You will work closely with budget holders, senior leaders and finance colleagues, using your expertise to guide financial planning, monitor performance and ensure resources are used effectively to achieve organisational objectives.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping financial strategy in a complex and evolving environment.
About the team
You will be joining a team of eight within the Financial Planning and Analysis function, working in a collaborative and supportive environment where knowledge sharing and teamwork are strongly valued.
It is an exciting time to join the organisation. The Commission has recently expanded its corporate landscape to include Scotland and Wales, increasing both the scope and impact of financial planning and reporting. This means you will be part of a team that plays a key role in supporting decision-making across a broader and more complex organisation.
The FP&A team is central to ensuring value for money. As a publicly funded body, there is a strong focus on using resources efficiently and supporting the democratic process through responsible financial management. Your work will directly contribute to this purpose.
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The team works closely with colleagues across the organisation and does not operate in silos. This role offers exposure to a wide range of stakeholders and activities, providing excellent opportunities to build relationships, develop your skills and broaden your experience.
You will contribute to all aspects of financial planning and reporting, including business planning, forecasting and year-end financial reporting, giving you a varied and valuable experience within the finance function.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual who is motivated by delivering value for money in a public sector environment.
You will build strong relationships and act as a trusted partner to stakeholders, using clear communication to influence decisions and present complex financial information in an accessible way.
In this role, you will lead and support key financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting, ensuring accuracy and providing insight to support decision-making. You will contribute to business case development and approval, assess affordability of spend, and help stakeholders make informed, value for money decisions.
You will also use data and analysis to identify risks, improve processes and drive more effective use of resources, while supporting responses to financial queries, including business cases, and wider organisational requirements.
You will bring a curious and analytical mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to challenge constructively. The ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively and take initiative will be key to success in this role.
Why work for us?
Working with us means contributing to an organisation that supports the democratic process and ensures public money is used effectively.
You will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment, with opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career. We offer a flexible and inclusive workplace where you are encouraged to share ideas and make a meaningful impact.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
We offer a strong total reward package, including:
- Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum)
- 28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)
- Study support for professional qualifications
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Ride2Work, eye care vouchers and more
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How to apply
We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process.
When applying, please provide an anonymised CV which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information:
Do not include:
- Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details
- Your date of birth or age
- Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers
- A photo of yourself
- Educational dates (as these indicate age)
- Primary education details
Do include:
- Your employment history including employers and dates of employment
- Explanation for gaps in your history
- Your duties, responsibilities and achievements
If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV.
Supporting disabled applicants
The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of this commitment, we aim to prioritise interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the job description.
There may, however, be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. For example, during periods of exceptionally high application volumes or seasonal recruitment activity, the Commission may need to limit the overall number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled applicants.
If you have a disability and would like to be considered under this commitment, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process or within the workplace.
Key dates
- Application deadline: 26th June 2026 (23:59)
- Interviews (1st stage): 7th - 10th July 2026
- Interviews (2nd stage): 13th - 18th July 2026
- Anticipated start date: October 2026
Applicants applying for a London-based role should expect to attend interviews in person. For applicants in devolved nations, interviews may be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams.
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