Assistant Chief Officer

NHS GREATER GLASGOW & CLYDE; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A significant health and social care organisation is looking for an experienced Assistant Chief Officer - Finance to join their senior team. This pivotal role involves shaping the financial strategy and providing expert financial advice. Applicants should be qualified accountants with experience in financial governance and leadership skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the organisation's financial sustainability and strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Significant senior-level experience in a large, complex organisation, ideally within the NHS or local government.
• Strong track record in financial strategy and governance.
• Ability to operate in a politically sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of financial plans aligned to savings targets.
• Oversee the production of business cases for capital planning.
• Ensure robust financial governance and compliance.

Skills

Strategic insight

Analytical capability

Communication skills

Leadership

Influencing skills

Education

Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Glasgow City HSCP is seeking a dynamic and experienced finance leader to join its senior team as Assistant Chief Officer - Finance. This is a critical role within the organisation, reporting directly to the Depute Chief Officer - Finance and Resources (CFO) and acting as a key member of the Senior Management Team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the financial strategy of one of Scotland's largest and most complex health and social care partnerships.

The post holder will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the finance function across the HSCP. This includes the development and delivery of the Integration Joint Board's (IJB) three-year financial strategy, the preparation of annual estimates and accounts, and the provision of expert financial advice to senior leaders. Acting with delegated authority, the Assistant Chief Officer will ensure robust financial governance, probity, and compliance with statutory requirements, while supporting service redesign and transformation initiatives.

This role demands a high level of strategic insight, analytical capability, and the ability to influence decision-making at the most senior levels. The successful candidate will lead the development of financial plans aligned to savings targets, oversee the production of business cases for capital planning and service reform, and ensure that financial risk is effectively managed. They will also play a key role in performance management, value for money assessments, and the safeguarding of public funds.

Applicants must be qualified accountants (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) with significant senior-level experience in a large, complex organisation-ideally within the NHS or local government. A strong track record in financial strategy, governance, and collaborative working is essential, as are excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills. The ability to operate effectively in a politically sensitive environment and to lead teams through change is also crucial.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial sustainability and strategic direction of Glasgow City HSCP. If you are a values-driven leader with a passion for public service and the skills to deliver excellence in financial management, we would be delighted to hear from you.