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UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price. We are recruiting a Corporate Planner to join our EU Corporate Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract based in London. Reporting to the Corporate Planning EU Manager, you will partner with COOs, department leaders, and Finance teams across Europe to drive financial planning, analysis, and business performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FP&A professional looking to influence decision‑making, support strategic growth, and gain exposure to all aspects of UNIQLO's European operations.

What you will be responsible for:

  • Partner with country COOs and business leaders to achieve sales, P&L, and KPI targets.
  • Produce financial reports, performance analysis, and board reporting, highlighting key trends and risks.
  • Monitor and analyse sales, labour productivity, and operating costs.
  • Support weekly forecasting, annual budgets, and revised planning cycles.
  • Contribute to short and mid‑term business planning and strategic decision‑making.
  • Visit stores and collaborate with operational teams to understand performance and identify opportunities.
  • Review expenses and vendor costs to improve efficiency and value.
  • Drive improvements to forecasting accuracy, reporting processes, and financial planning tools.
  • Deliver financial training and support to store and head office teams.

Skills, Experience and Attributes:

  • Experience in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, reporting, and commercial performance metrics.
  • Experience working in a fast‑paced, international or multi‑market environment.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with SAP, Tagetik, or other planning tools is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non‑finance audiences.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and motivated to drive continuous improvement.
  • Retail experience is beneficial but not essential.

What we offer:

  • 26 days holiday + 8 bank holiday
  • 30% staff Discount
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Performance‑based bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working model: 2 days remote, 3 days office‑based (during probation period more time in office maybe required)
  • Seasonal sample sales
  • Volunteer Day – twice a year
  • Social events throughout the year
  • Prime location near Piccadilly and Oxford Street stations with easy access to shops, restaurants Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection

UNIQLO is an inclusive employer, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or other characteristics.

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#LI-HYBRID #LI-POST UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group. With global sales of approximately US $20.2 billion, for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, Fast Retailing is one of top three leading apparel retail companies in the world. UNIQLO has more than 2,300 stores in 25 markets around the world and continues to expand its footprint. UNIQLO’s LifeWear philosophy consist of offering clothing that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity, constantly being innovated to bring more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives. For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com.

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