Cloud Finops Analyst

Support Specialist For Global Technology

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,200 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

Role Overview

Global Technology is seeking a support specialist with expertise in public cloud platforms and cost management. This role is crucial in helping TP ICAP optimise cloud usage, implement cost management strategies, and maintain clear visibility of our cloud consumption.

As a key support function, you will work closely with Engineering teams to guide cloud resource management, implement cost-saving strategies, and ensure cloud expenditures align with the organisation's growth objectives. You will also collaborate with engineering and procurement teams, acting as a bridge between finance and technology to support efficient cloud operations.

Role Responsibilities

• Extract and analyse large-scale, complex data from cloud billing and usage platforms.

• Create and maintain automated dashboards and reporting tools that provide real-time visibility into costs for both technical and financial stakeholders.

• Support continuous improvement of self-service spend analytics by presenting data with meaningful metrics, patterns, and forecasts.

• Monitor and analyse cost controls for cloud expenditures, investigating anomalies and providing optimisation recommendations.

• Manage commitments such as reserved instances, savings plans, and spot instances in coordination with infrastructure and cloud vendors.

• Provide technical assistance to internal teams on cost transparency, usage optimisation approaches, and cost estimation for new projects.

• Evaluate and share knowledge of market developments and new products & services in the cloud optimisation domain.

• Fulfil additional/ad hoc duties as required to support business needs.

Experience / Competences

Essential

• Proficient in data analysis and data science practices.

• Expertise in public clouds, preferably AWS, with a focus on understanding and optimising costs using cloud financial management principles.

• Strong financial planning skills, capable of preparing dashboards and reports.

• Technical proficiency, including scripting skills in any language for task automation.

• Understanding of the Financial Services industry and how public cloud solutions address challenges and opportunities.

• Knowledge of cost levers available to public cloud consumers.

• Prior experience with cloud dashboards, reservation management, and cloud FinOps tooling.

Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.

Location UK - City Quays - Belfast