Head of Asset Risk & Valuation

With the automotive and vehicle leasing industries going through an unprecedented period of change, being able to accurately value our fleet, and forecast used vehicle prices is more important than ever. Reporting to the CFO, you'll lead our Asset Valuation and Used Vehicle Income teams, ensuring we effectively balance asset risk, commercial opportunity and customer outcomes. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic leadership of Asset Valuation and Used Vehicle Income teams
• Leading and supporting a team of experts, ensuring we adopt a cohesive and agile approach to setting residual values, valuation modelling, used car income reporting and forecasting
• Developing effective relationships with key stakeholders, and acting as trusted advisor and technical expert on Asset Valuation and financial modelling
• Building trust and strong working relationships with group functions, including Corporate Asset Valuation in Paris
• Working closely with OEM partners to support key new vehicle launches
  
  You have a deep understanding of asset valuation and forecasting methodologies, backed up by strong knowledge of statistical analysis and financial modelling. You're also comfortable operating in a leadership role that requires regular interactions with Executive level stakeholders both locally and within group headquarters., Strong presenting and storytelling skills, with the ability to distil complex concepts for different audiences
• High levels of commercial acumen, coupled with a keen interest in automotive and leasing industry trends, and the political, and economic factors that drive them
• Capable of navigating a global corporate business structure with multiple stakeholders
• Highly self-motivated, and a desire to drive your department's agenda forward
  
  We're Arval, part of BNP Paribas - we're proud to be a global leader in vehicle leasing and the fourth largest leasing company in the UK. Our passion for Service, Sustainability, and Solutions is brought to life by each and every one of our people - who we call Journey Makers.
Culturally, we're a friendly bunch - more human than corporate - and we serve a diverse customer base. From families choosing their first electric vehicle, to global brands seeking to switch their fleets to electric vehicles - whatever our customers' mobility needs, we have a solution to offer., Founded in 1989 and fully owned by BNP Paribas, Arval specialises in full service vehicle leasing. Arval offers its customers - large international corporates, SMEs and professionals - tailored solutions that optimise their employees' mobility and outsource the risks associated with fleet management. Expert advice and service quality, which are the foundations of Arval's customer promise, are delivered in 29 countries by over 6,500 employees. Arval's total leased fleet adds up to 1,103,835 vehicles throughout the world (December 2017). Arval is a founding member of the Element-Arval Global Alliance, the longest standing strategic alliance in the fleet management industry and the worldwide leader with 3 million vehicles in 50 countries. Within BNP Paribas, Arval belongs to the Retail Banking core activity.

We offer a basic starting salary of up to £95,000 depending on experience, plus a bonus of up to £15,000. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Company car or cash alternative of £6,500 per annum
• Comprehensive family private medical cover, including a digital GP service
• Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution
• Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
• 2 paid volunteering days every year
• Free on-site gym
• Subsidised restaurant serving chef-prepared breakfast and lunch, plus discounted Costa Coffee
• Plus, a range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle
Ready to make a difference? Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV. We're passionate about being consciously inclusive employer, with a strong Speak Up culture. We're also proud to be a Ban the Box employer as part of our commitment to a fair and inclusive society for all.