Executive Director of Resources: Transformation & Finance

Halton Borough Council; Widnes; On-site; GBP 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Halton Borough Council is seeking an Executive Director Resources to lead corporate transformation and provide strategic leadership across HR, Corporate Affairs, Change & Improvement, Legal and Monitoring Officer functions. The role includes Finance (S151) and ICT, with a focus on financial resilience and digital capacity.

The post reports to the Chief Executive as part of the Corporate Management Team, guiding horizon scanning, risk management and partnership work to secure a sustainable future

Qualifications

• Experience leading corporate transformation across a broad portfolio.
• Ability to drive change with credibility and resilience.
• Strong governance, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the Resources directorate (HR, Corporate Affairs, Change & Improvement, Legal, Monitoring Officer).
• Oversee Finance (S151) and ICT, ensuring financial resilience and digital capacity.
• Lead the Council's financial recovery plan and horizon scan for policy and tech changes.
• Collaborate with Corporate Management Team to plan and manage risk and opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Change management

Corporate governance

Financial management

Job description

Halton Borough Council is seeking an Executive Director Resources to lead corporate transformation and provide strategic leadership across HR, Corporate Affairs, Change & Improvement, Legal and Monitoring Officer functions. The role includes Finance (S151) and ICT, with a focus on financial resilience and digital capacity.

The post reports to the Chief Executive as part of the Corporate Management Team, guiding horizon scanning, risk management and partnership work to secure a sustainable future