{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8745787002","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":6443474002,"location":{"name":"Oslo, Norway"},"metadata":null,"id":8745787002,"updated_at":"2026-08-25T09:48:45-04:00","requisition_id":"10866","title":"Norway/Sweden Finance Director, Burson","company_name":"WPP","first_published":"2026-08-25T09:46:43-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We work with the world\u0026#39;s most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our people are the key to our success. We\u0026#39;re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F\u0026amp;amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\u0026amp;amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D\u0026amp;amp;reserved=0\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;WPP.com.\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Finance Director \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Reporting to: Norway and Sweden Market Leader \u0026amp;amp; EMEA CFO \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Location: Norway\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who we are:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.bursonglobal.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;bursonglobal.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;and follow us on\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.linkedin.com/company/burson/posts/?feedView=all\u0026quot;\u0026gt;LinkedIn\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;and\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.instagram.com/burson.global/?hl=en\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Instagram\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;More About the role\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Burson is seeking a commercially focused Finance Director, to lead finance across our Swedish market, with oversight of Norway. This is a senior market finance leadership role, partnering closely with local and regional leadership to drive financial performance, strengthen operational discipline and support sustainable growth across the two markets.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The role will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, forecasting, controls, compliance and commercial finance support across a business of approximately $10m revenue. It requires someone who can operate strategically, but who is also comfortable being close to the detail in a smaller market environment.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;We are looking for a pragmatic, hands-on and commercially astute finance leader who can provide clear insight, challenge and counsel to leadership teams, while ensuring strong governance, accurate reporting and effective financial management.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What you’ll do:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead finance across Sweden and Norway, ensuring strong financial management, governance and commercial discipline across both markets.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Act as a trusted finance partner to both market leadership, providing clear insight, challenge and counsel to support business performance and decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own the budgeting, forecasting and planning processes, ensuring alignment with local market priorities, regional expectations and group reporting requirements.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide accurate, timely and meaningful financial reporting, including revenue, profitability, margin, cost management, cash flow and working capital performance.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Translate financial data into clear commercial insight, identifying trends, risks and opportunities that help leaders make informed decisions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with client and business leads on pricing, profitability, resourcing and commercial decision-making to support sustainable growth.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Oversee month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, working closely with local, regional, shared service and group finance teams.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure the integrity of financial records, reporting and controls, maintaining compliance with Burson/WPP policies and relevant Swedish and Norwegian requirements.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead on audit, tax, statutory reporting and external advisor relationships, ensuring deadlines are met and risks are managed effectively.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Drive improvements in finance processes, systems and ways of working, creating greater consistency, efficiency and accountability across the markets.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support strong operational discipline around revenue recognition, billing, collections, approvals and project financial management.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead, support and develop the local finance function, building strong relationships across a matrixed, international environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Experience You’ll Bring:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Significant experience in senior finance, financial control, Financial Planning \u0026amp;amp; Analysis or commercial finance roles, ideally within a professional services, communications, consulting, agency or matrixed international environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong understanding of financial management within a smaller or mid-sized market, with the ability to balance strategic input with hands-on delivery.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven experience partnering with senior leaders to improve financial performance, commercial discipline and operational decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong budgeting, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis and performance management experience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Good understanding of accounting, controls, audit, tax and compliance requirements across Sweden; exposure to Norway or wider Nordic markets would be advantageous.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working with regional or group finance teams, ideally in an international network or multinational organisation.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and turn it into clear, actionable insight.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;High level of integrity, sound judgement and confidence in providing constructive challenge.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and explain finance matters clearly to non-finance colleagues.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fluent English is essential; Swedish language skills are highly desirable. Norwegian language skills or experience working with Norway would be an advantage.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(236, 240, 241);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;#LI-Onsite\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We believe the best work happens when we\u0026#39;re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That\u0026#39;s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Please read our Privacy Notice (\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026quot;\u0026gt;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;) for more information on how we process the information you provide.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4062585002,"name":"Executive Recruiting","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4030143002,"name":"Stockholm","location":null,"child_ids":[],"parent_id":4040355002}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}