Company: Lidl
Location: London
Posted: May 19th, 2026
£61,600* - £88,000* per annum | 35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave | Pension scheme
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.
Just like you.
Our Governance & Analytics department is looking for an enthusiastic and highly analytical Senior Cost & Data Consultant to join our team on a 14 month basis. Working within the Governance & Analytics team, you will deal with a range of strategic-level projects involving key national and international stakeholders. At this exciting time of rapid expansion at Lidl, we have continued to pride ourselves on not only meeting, but also exceeding the expectations of every customer.
We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we’ll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.
At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.
Please be aware, should this Temporary Assignment have the potential to go permanent, the colleague on the Temporary Assignment will have first-refusal of the role (provided measures have been met).
Manage operational and capital expenditure accounts.
Identify and understand spend drivers through in-depth analysis.
Oversee cross-departmental Operational Budget planning process.
Collaborate with stakeholders on monthly budget updates and mid-year financial plan revisions.
Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting, including KPI dashboards.
Act as the point of contact for cost management for relevant internal departments.
Ensure the organisation's internal cost management procedures are accurate and well maintained.
Present financial updates to Senior Management when required.
Oversee the update and any relevant communication of all Cost Management tools.
Liaise with category managers to identify and implement cost saving potential.
Provide advice and guidance for category managers on cost management topics.
Managing the communication with Lidl INT counterparts
Work on strategic projects with high level of autonomy and leadership as well as with high level of exposure to Board of Directors within Lidl GB.
Work with main business stakeholders to identify service optimisation and value improvement opportunities.
Provide support to the wider team throughout the year.
Experience working in an analytical role with a track record of successfully managing cost and data analysis projects
Ability to problem-solve
Interpersonal skills to build relationships, manage expectations and work effectively in cross-functional teams
Exemplify a strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and analytical skills
Expertise in creating clear and concise reports and dashboards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines
Advanced knowledge of Google Workspace with a focus on Google Sheets / Apps Script / AppSheet / Looker / BigQuery
Familiarity with Accounting principles and practices is desirable
Comfortable challenging existing processes and implementing change
Excellent presentation skills and assertiveness
Driving licence is desirable
35 days’ annual holiday (pro rata)
Ongoing training
10% in-store discount
Enhanced family leave
Contributory pension scheme
Plus more of the perks you deserve
*Includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting Allowance
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.