Cloud FinOps Analyst

This is an exciting opportunity to join as a Cloud FinOps Analyst within our Global Technology function. The primary focus for this role is managing and optimising Cloud Financial operations, ensuring cost efficiency and transparency in Cloud expenditures. Additionally, this role aims to further mature WTW's adoption of the FinOps Framework. The role is hybrid and can be based either at the London or Reigate office.

The Role:

• Proactively monitor, manage and optimise WTW's Cloud Spend.
• Analyse data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations for improving financial goals.
• Identify and drive implementation of Cloud cost optimisation opportunities.
• Partner with Business, WTW Engineering, and Finance teams to ensure alignment on financial goals and initiatives.
• Prepare and present financial reports to leadership and cost optimisation forums highlighting trends, risk and opportunities related to Cloud spend.
• Support the maturity of the Cloud FinOps capability.
• Compliance with financial regulations and internal governance policies.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in cloud cost management and FinOps.
• Share FinOps best practices.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including leadership.

The Requirements:

• Working knowledge of Cloud Services, specific experience with Microsoft Azure.
• FinOps Practioner certified preferred
• Knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong communications skills to work effectively with cross-fucntional teams.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify cost opportunities and implement optimization strategies.
• Attention to Detail: Highly organised and detail-oriented to manage and analyze financial data accurately.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Ability to stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in cloud cost management and FinOps.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organization. We embrace all types of diversity.

At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a "hybrid" style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants.