Brokerage & Finance Business Intelligence Manager

London Borough of Havering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Havering is seeking an experienced Brokerage Finance Manager to lead the Brokerage Finance and BI function, reporting to the Head of Procurement & Contract Management. You will lead a high-performing team delivering a critical service supporting commissioning teams, suppliers, and health partners.

You will ensure accurate financial management, high-quality data insight and continuous improvement across social care and Public Health.

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-performing teams
• Strong financial and analytical capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience analysing complex data
• Ability to map existing processes, develop process improvement and deliver transformation to the team and the wider Council
• Strong problem-solving mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Brokerage Finance & Business Intelligence team
• Develop strategic direction for the service
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Oversee financial data accuracy and compliance
• Lead process mapping, improvement and redesign
• Drive continuous improvement and staff development
• Act as the escalation point for service issues
• Lead system development and improvements
• Work with Procurement and Finance to ensure governance is adhered to
• Provide reporting, insights, and respond to enquiries

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Process mapping

Problem-solving

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Brokerage Finance Manager to lead our Brokerage Finance and Business Intelligence function. Reporting to the Head of Procurement & Contract Management, you will lead a high-performing team delivering a critical service supporting commissioning teams, suppliers, and health partners. You will ensure accurate financial management, high-quality data insight, and continuous improvement across brokerage/payments processes across Children’s and Adults social care and Public Health.

Job Description

Grade 9- £56,058-£60,393pa

We are looking for an experienced and driven Brokerage Finance Manager to lead our Brokerage Finance and Business Intelligence function. Reporting to the Head of Procurement & Contract Management, you will lead a high-performing team delivering a critical service supporting commissioning teams, suppliers, and health partners. You will ensure accurate financial management, high-quality data insight, and continuous improvement across brokerage/payments processes across Children’s and Adults social care and Public Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Brokerage Finance & Business Intelligence team
• Develop strategic direction for the service
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Oversee financial data accuracy and compliance
• Lead process mapping, improvement and redesign
• Drive continuous improvement and staff development
• Act as the escalation point for service issues
• Lead system development and improvements
• Work with Procurement and Finance to ensure governance is adhered to
• Provide reporting, insights, and respond to enquiries

About You

• Experience leading high-performing teams
• Strong financial and analytical capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience analysing complex data
• Ability to map existing processes, develop process improvement and deliver transformation to the team and the wider Council
• Strong problem-solving mindset

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape an essential service
• Lead transformation and innovation
• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Professional development opportunities

Additional Information

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 2/10/26 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.

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The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About Us

With its excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration and the highest concentration of green space anywhere in London, Havering has a unique offer as a place to live, work and visit. By making the most of its position and opportunities, Havering is becoming a hub for start-ups and expanding businesses, as well as construction, logistics, engineering and manufacturing industries.

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