Lead, Financial Scrutiny & Budget Strategy

Greater London Authority (GLA); City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental authority in London is seeking a Head of Financial Scrutiny to lead the financial scrutiny for various committees. This role involves managing a team of researchers and coordinating high-quality analysis of the Mayor's budget cycle and other financial matters. The ideal candidate should possess excellent analytical and writing skills, be experienced in managing teams, and thrive in a fast-paced political environment. This is a key position that influences financial scrutiny processes in the Assembly.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality financial scrutiny in an equivalent organization.
• Proven ability to manage complex scrutiny projects to tight deadlines.
• Experience in a political environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the scrutiny work for the Budget and Performance Committee.
• Manage a team of scrutiny researchers to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Research skills

Team management

Communication

Education

Degree in Finance or Economics

Job description

A governmental authority in London is seeking a Head of Financial Scrutiny to lead the financial scrutiny for various committees. This role involves managing a team of researchers and coordinating high-quality analysis of the Mayor's budget cycle and other financial matters. The ideal candidate should possess excellent analytical and writing skills, be experienced in managing teams, and thrive in a fast-paced political environment. This is a key position that influences financial scrutiny processes in the Assembly.