Anaplan Developer

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Summary

Responsible for developing Anaplan to support the Financial Planning & Analysis process in Howden UK & Ireland Retail business.

The business has a turnover of £600m+ with over 5000 employees is growing over 14% per annum organically and making a number of acquisitions.

This role will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining Anaplan models to support our five pillars in the UK&I Retail business with their revenue, overhead, balance sheet and cashflow models. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of Anaplan best practices, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for delivering innovative solutions.

Experience & Professional Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Anaplan Developer, with a strong understanding of Anaplan platform architecture and functionalities.
• Proficiency in Anaplan modelling, including module creation, formula development, data integration, and user interface design.
• Experience with Anaplan integrations with other systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, HR)
• Anaplan Model Builder certification is highly desirable.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skill
• Experience of building relationships with stakeholders
• Experience of managing projects a plus
• Experience working in Insurance Broker or similar financial services industry is a plus

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Anaplan models, dashboards, and reports to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver effective solutions.
• Build and optimize complex calculations, formulas, and modules within Anaplan.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy within the Anaplan platform.
• Perform testing and quality assurance to validate model functionality and performance.
• Provide end-user training and support on Anaplan models and functionalities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Anaplan models and integrations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Anaplan features, functionalities, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Anaplan documentation.

Skills Required

• Role model for expected behaviours and Group values.
• Builds effective and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the Group at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly collaborative with the ability to effectively work in a team and build effective relationships across the business.
• Robust and pragmatic, with the ability to manage conflicting demands across a number of different areas and to prioritise own time
• Maintain a culture of pace, entrepreneurial thinking and enthusiasm.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Regulatory

• The Board of each Operating Entity requires the highest standards of corporate governance, operational excellence and financial reporting throughout the Group from all its employees.
• Adhere to the principles set by the FCA.
• Adhere to Howden service standards and procedures, accepted good market practice, and the CII Code of Ethics, to ensure the best interest of the client at all times.
• Ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
• Comply with the Bribery Act 2010, and other such applicable regulations in place from time to time

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.