Head of Financial Planning & Business Partnering
£71,643 - £79,032

Here in Middlesbrough, we are at the start of something special.  We are successfully taking bold, imaginative steps towards financial sustainability, and we are transforming how we work to deliver modern, cost-effective services.  We are making significant investment in our transformation and are strengthening the capacity and capability of our finance directorate.  We’ve come a long way in a short time; now is your time to join Middlesbrough and help us deliver services that people value and ensures our communities thrive.

About the role

As Head of Financial Planning & Business Partnering, you will be at the heart of our transformation, working alongside our front-line services, providing advice, support and constructive challenge that helps us deliver for residents. 

You’ll take the lead on our medium and long term financial planning, working closely with the Leadership Management Team and Elected Members to envision and realise a sustainable, successful future for our Council and our brilliant town. 

You will have the opportunity to shape your team to best meet organisational priorities, and you will help us take forward our ambitions for technology and artificial intelligence, helping us deliver affordable and value for money services. 

You will be one of two Deputy Section 151 Officers, reporting to the Director of Finance & Transformation and supporting them in upholding their statutory responsibilities.

About You

This is a role for a candidate with an enthusiasm for learning and growth, both for themselves and the people they lead.  A qualified accountant (CCAB/ACMA) with a track record in local government as a finance business partner, group accountant or equivalent, you will be keen to take the next step to a deputy role and will enjoy seeing your career flourish with the support of a Director of Finance & Transformation committed to your personal development.

About Middlesbrough

At the heart of the Tees Valley, Middlesbrough is a lively and exciting place with an increasingly diverse population. Approximately 18% of our people are of an ethnic minority.  Our 144,000 residents live, learn, work and grow in a vibrant place with a strong sense of community.

How to apply

For further information and to apply please click below or contact our retained consultants Tile Hill. 

Mark Bearn | 07747 181490 | mark.bearn@tile-hill.co.uk
Tom McElroy Williams | 07535 316017 | tom.mcelroywilliams@tile-hill.co.uk

The closing date for applications is Midnight Sunday 30^th March.