Head of Service (Finance)(Readvertisement) - GLA13673

Glasgow Bus Partnership; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Glasgow seeks a dynamic Head of Service (Finance) for a temporary role. The successful candidate will oversee finance operations, engage with stakeholders, and drive strategic financial planning within the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership. This position requires extensive experience in finance leadership and a strong commitment to service improvement.

Qualifications

• Successful track record in a senior finance leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge in finance management and strategy.
• Proven ability in collaborative work producing results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery and management of the finance function.
• Support financial reporting and planning for NHS and local government.
• Engage with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Finance management

Strategy development

Policy development

Service improvement

Financial planning

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Chartered Membership of CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent

Job description

Location: GCHSCP Commonwealth House 32 Albion Street Glasgow, G1 1LH

Salary: £80,390.25 - £93,276.66 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

Role: Head of Service (Finance)
Location: Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, G1 1JH
Contract Status: Temporary up to 12 months
GCC Salary and Hours: Grade 10 LDR2b, £80,390 - £93,276, Hours per week: 35
NHS Salary and Hours: Grade Band 8C, £83,837 - £89,866, Hours per week: 37

Delivery of effective and lasting transformation of health and social care services is central to the vision of Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (GCHSCP). Transformation involves significant changes in how services are planned and delivered in partnership with service users, demonstrating a commitment to the HSCP's values. Integration aims to ensure that those who use health and social care services receive the right care, support, at the right time, in the right setting, throughout their care journey. Glasgow City HSCP manages an annual budget of £1.6bn and seeks to appoint a dynamic Head of Service (Finance), temporary for up to 12 months.

This key role reports directly to the Assistant Chief Officer (Finance) and is the senior professional advisor on all Finance matters, overseeing the delivery and management of the Finance function within Glasgow City HSCP, including the preparation of annual estimates and accounts.

The postholder will work closely with the Director of Finance for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and the Director of Finance for Glasgow City Council to support financial reporting and planning for both organizations.

The ideal candidate will have a successful track record at a senior management level in a Finance leadership role within a similarly scaled and complex organization, whether in NHS or Local Government.

Applicants must demonstrate extensive knowledge in Finance management, strategy, policy development, service improvement, sustainability, and financial planning, with a proven ability in collaborative work that produces results in dynamic, participative environments. A degree or equivalent qualification, along with Chartered Membership of CCAB, CIMA, or an overseas equivalent, is essential.

Effective engagement with a broad range of clinical and non-clinical stakeholders is crucial, as is a history of developing innovative strategies that lead to organizational change and new ways of working. The candidate should be a strategic thinker with high integrity, excellent judgment, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively in politically sensitive environments.

This is an integrated position within the Glasgow Health and Social Care Partnership. The successful applicant will be appointed under the terms of either Glasgow City Council or NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, depending on current employment. Non-employees may choose to be appointed under either organization’s terms and conditions.

If you believe you can meet the challenges of this high-profile role, we welcome your application. For more information, contact: Gillan Hennon, Assistant Chief Officer (Finance), GCHSCP, via email: [e-mail]

Attached are a candidate information pack and Role Profile. The closing date for applications is midnight, Sunday 01 June 2025. Interviews are scheduled for the week beginning Monday 09 June 2025.

Recruitment will be supported by Eden Scott, who may contact candidates directly as part of the process.

This role is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended).

Alternative application packs (e.g., Braille, Audio, other languages) can be requested by calling 0141 287 1054. Packs will be posted within 3 working days upon request. Please consider the closing date when requesting an alternative format.

Further Information

Note: Glasgow City Council is currently implementing a new pay and grading structure following a Job Evaluation exercise, which may affect current salary figures quoted in advertisements.