Director of Corporate Services

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association is seeking a Director of Corporate Services responsible for finance, IT, HR, and procurement. This senior role involves strategic oversight, budget management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess deep financial expertise and strong leadership skills to foster a positive organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of financial and management accounting.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Knowledge of social housing environment and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage finances, IT, HR, and procurement for the organization.
• Lead development of financial strategies and ensure compliance.
• Supervise the Corporate Services team and manage governance frameworks.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Management Accounting

Leadership

People Management

Understanding of Social Housing Legislation

Job description

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Head4Talent are working exclusively with Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association to recruit a Director of Corporate Services.

In this exciting opportunity, you will have full responsibility for Finance, IT, HR & Procurement for this leading Welsh Housing Association.

Responsible to: Chief Executive

Responsible for: Financial Controller, HR Manager, Finance Business Analyst

Department: Finance, HR, IT, Procurement, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, Equality & Diversity, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

1. Basic purpose of the job and its primary objectives:

• Assist the Board of Management and the Chief Executive in defining financial goals and policies, and in identifying financial opportunities.
• Manage the finances efficiently, effectively, and within policies and budgets.
• Account for all income and expenditure, assets, and liabilities in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide appropriate financial information to the Senior Management Team (SMT), Chief Executive, Board, funders, and Welsh Government.
• Update and review the 30-year business plan for financial modelling and funding requirements.
• Ensure an effective IT strategy is in place for system security and future proofing.
• Lead the development and management of People & Culture and HR teams.
• Manage the outsourced IT contract.
• Lead the Internal Audit programme and strategy.
• Manage lease agreements for commercial lettings.
• Undertake roles of Data Protection Officer (DPO), Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Officer, and FCA Approved Person.

Management

• Act as a member of the Management Team.
• Assist in reviewing and updating the 3-year rolling Corporate Plan.
• Monitor financial performance indicators and advise on corrective actions.
• Report financial data to Welsh Government, Board, and stakeholders.
• Participate in quality initiatives and service improvements.
• Advise on financial policy, statutory requirements, and new initiatives.
• Advise staff on financial matters and implications of proposals.
• Negotiate with funders and advise on funding sources.
• Represent the organization to government and other bodies on financial issues.

Treasury Management

• Maximize income within constraints.
• Optimize interest on deposits and minimize overdraft interest.
• Maintain proper credit control and banking arrangements.
• Develop and manage Treasury Strategy for liquidity and cash flow.
• Monitor loan covenants and compliance.
• Advise on tax issues and review financial systems.
• Prepare annual accounts and ensure satisfactory audit arrangements.

Management Information and Accounting

• Design management account formats for decision-making.
• Prepare annual budgets, cash flows, and financial forecasts.
• Generate monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Maintain systems for monitoring financial risks.

Information Technology

• Advise SMT and Board on technology use.
• Implement IT Strategy and ensure system security.
• Support staff training in IT.

Development

• Support organizational growth initiatives.
• Manage financial aspects of development projects.
• Update long-term business plans and funding strategies.

Human Resources

• Promote a positive organizational culture.
• Manage HR team and deliver HR services.
• Oversee employee matters, payroll, pensions, and development.

Procurement

• Manage procurement processes and ensure policy compliance.

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Develop and test disaster recovery procedures annually.

Staff Management

• Manage the Corporate Services team.
• Review training needs and staffing structures.
• Implement disciplinary and grievance procedures.

Governance

• Oversee governance and assurance frameworks.
• Support delivery of governance, regulation, and risk management.

Supervisory and managerial responsibilities:

• Manage Financial Controller, HR Manager, and Finance Business Analyst.

Knowledge and skills required:

• Deep knowledge of financial and management accounting.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Understanding of social housing environment and legislation.