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Finance Business Partner

Madrid, Madrid
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The Europe & Canada (EUCAN) Business unit supports Takeda's mission at a regional level and as the leader in rare diseases and specialty care, we champion better health and a brighter future for patients, healthcare providers and our people.

Across the EUCAN BU, patients come first in every decision we make. We develop strategic partnerships which deliver value for society and create a culture within which our people can thrive and reach their full potential.

Our mission is to empower and enable our people to fulfill their potential by embracing diversity and creating a high-performance, collaborative working environment. In the EUCAN region integrity is one of our key values. We put patients, trust and reputation before business and this is one of the main reasons why our people choose to work here.

Job ID R0164486 Date posted 10/07/2025 Location Madrid, Madrid

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Job Description

About the Role


The Finance Business Partner at Takeda is a strategic advisor and connector, partnering with business leaders to transform financial and operational insights into actions that shape Takeda’s future. Grounded in financial expertise and enriched by critical thinking, sound judgment, and trusted relationships, this role plays a decisive part in ensuring continuity, enabling successful launches, and supporting long-term priorities.


The position integrates AI and digital tools that enhance efficiency in reporting, forecasting, and analysis. These capabilities expand the capacity to focus on what creates the greatest impact: interpreting complexity, connecting insights to strategy, building strong networks, and enabling high-quality decisions across the business.


How You Will Contribute

  • Strategic Partnering – Guide forward-looking decision-making by linking financial insights to strategy and supporting launches under margin-sensitive conditions.
  • Data-Enabled Analysis – Apply advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and AI-powered dashboards to strengthen forecasting and scenario planning, while applying professional judgment to validate results.
  • Financial Leadership – Lead planning, forecasting, and project execution end-to-end, connecting financial outcomes to long-term strategic initiatives.
  • Communication & Storytelling – Translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives tailored to executives and cross-functional teams.
  • Networking & Influence – Build strong, trust-based connections across the organization, bridging finance, operations, data teams, and leadership to accelerate impact.
  • Mentorship & Growth – Develop junior analysts, promote responsible AI adoption, and nurture a culture of learning and curiosity.
  • Governance & Ethics – Safeguard financial control, compliance, and ethical decision-making, ensuring trust and accountability in every process.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor in Finance, Economics or similar
  • 5 years of experience on Financial Planning (FP&A), Insights & Analytics, Finance Business Partnership, Strategy/Management Consulting or Transaction Services.
  • Strong relationship-builder with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Advanced expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis, using both traditional and AI-enabled approaches.
  • Digital fluency: experience with predictive analytics, Power BI, and knowledge of data governance principles.
  • Strategic insight and commercial acumen, with proven impact on launches and business sustainability.
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills to simplify complexity and mobilize action.
  • Leadership capability: experience mentoring teams and fostering collaboration across functions.
  • Growth mindset: openness to reskilling and to adopting emerging finance technologies (GenAI, automation, rolling forecasts).
  • Strong foundation in P&L management, financial control, and compliance in a global business environment.


At Takeda, Finance Business Partners bring together analytical expertise, strategic thinking, and human connection. AI and digital tools enhance efficiency and insight, and through judgment, influence, and trusted relationships this role secures sustainable business impact—especially during launches and in times of margin pressure

Locations

Madrid, Spain

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within EUCAN at Takeda?

  • Agile
  • Analytical
  • Enthusiastic
  • Ambitious
  • Collaborative
  • Entrepreneurial
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  • About Takeda At Takeda, there is an unwavering commitment to putting patients first, and to creating a workplace that is underpinned by empowerment and focused on diversity, collaboration and steadfast values.
  • Europe & Canada Business Unit Takeda in Europe and Canada (EUCAN) is delivering leading innovations in oncology, gastroenterology and rare diseases to provide better health and a brighter future for patients.

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2025.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

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