Are you an ALM Risk Manager experienced in developing and enhancing financial risk frameworks? If you would like to shape risk management practices within a business who is serious about innovation and transformation, we want to hear from you!

We're shaping the future of leasing and driving the UK's transition to sustainable vehicle solutions. As the UK's largest independent leasing, fleet management and vehicle outsourcing provider, we've been providing end-to-end vehicle management solutions for over 30 years. With ambitious growth plans and a significant transformation of our Treasury function, we're enhancing scalability and efficiency – making this the perfect time to join us on our journey.

WHATS THE ROLE?

Reporting directly to our Treasurer and collaborating closely with senior leaders and the wider Treasury team, your primary focus will be on developing and enhancing our financial risk management frameworks. This includes the creation and management of the Group's Financial Risk Appetite Statements and the development of financial risk policies, encompassing risk appetites and operating standards.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of shaping our financial risk environment, defining risk appetite, and driving initiatives to strengthen our approach to financial risk management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Play a central role in ALCO operations, collaborating with internal stakeholders to manage financial risk effectively.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and debt facilities, providing valuable insights to support decision-making.
• Analyse macro-economic events and emerging market trends, with a focus on ESG initiatives and capital market developments.
• Stress-test securitisation structures to inform funding strategies and planning.
• Oversee treasury-related costs, budgets, and figures in the annual report.
• Develop and deliver a monthly Treasury Pack, reporting on key Treasury and Funding risks.
• Monitor and report on covenants and limits across funding structures, ensuring compliance.
• Enhance operational processes to maintain excellent treasury management practices.
• Educate and train teams and senior leaders on treasury management, regulatory compliance, and strategy.
• Support ad-hoc data and reporting requests related to funding facilities.

At Zenith, we embrace hybrid working to meet the needs of both our people and our customers. You'll have the flexibility to work remotely from home, combined with time at our state-of-the-art Kirkstall Forge head office, just 6 minutes from Leeds city centre. Our modern office offers first-class onsite facilities, free car parking, and a collaborative environment designed to support your success.

WHY ZENITH?

We're incredibly proud of what we've achieved over the past 35 years. We've been shaping the automotive industry, offering innovative solutions across commercial vehicles, corporate fleets, and consumer leasing. As an industry leader, we're committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers while creating an outstanding employee experience.

Our success is built on diverse funding sources, cutting-edge technology, and a strong focus on sustainability. With 41% of our fleet now Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), we're driving the transition to net zero as a carbon-neutral organisation and proud issuer of the UK leasing sector's largest-ever green bond - we're delivering real change for the planet, people, and society.

Recognised as Leasing Company of the Year (Fleet News 2023) and winners of the Diversity and Inclusion Award (Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business Awards), we're proud of our achievements and our inclusive culture, powered by six colleague-led diversity groups.

With a thriving fleet of 169,910 vehicles, consistent revenue growth, and our MyGPS personal development framework, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and shape their careers in a business built for the future.

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to help mature processes and practices. You will have:

• Proven experience in developing and embedding risk management frameworks, including defining risk appetites and addressing financial risks
• Strong knowledge of Treasury practices and structured finance instruments
• Advanced Excel skills and adaptability to bespoke IT platforms
• A meticulous approach with a focus on accuracy and control
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills

SALARY & BENEFITS 

• Salary up to £78,000 (depends on experience) & Annual bonus 
• Company car / car allowance (£5,250)
• 24 days annual leave & 1 day birthday leave plus the option to buy more
• Private Medical Cover
• Life Insurance
• Breakdown cover
• Dental and Health cash plans
• Critical Illness cover
• Tech Scheme
• Car Sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Perks at Work – save money on everyday essentials with access to a shopping discounts site
• Support for your wellbeing – we provide a range of tools and resources to support you to look after your own health, whether this be mental, physical, financial or social and help you get back on track.  This includes access to and onsite GP & Masseuse, Employee Assistance Programme, Pensions advice, Funded HRT Treatment, and Mental Health First Aiders
• Sports and Social club - Company/Team activities
• Agile working 
• Free parking
• Onsite bistro
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks

SOUND LIKE THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU? APPLY NOW!

When you join Zenith, you're becoming part of a team that's driving innovation, sustainability, and success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from people who want to be part of a business that's shaping the future of vehicle mobility, delivering for customers, and making a difference for the environment and society.