Project Finance Manager - Adult Social Care Transformation

Richmond and Wandsworth Council; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Finance Manager to lead financial strategies within the Adult Social Care Transformation Programme. This role involves overseeing efficiency proposals, managing benefits tracking, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive transformational change. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in public sector finance, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for improving community health and care services. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to making a positive impact in the lives of residents while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

40 Days Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Generous Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in advising senior managers on finance and benefit tracking.
• Expertise in financial modelling and data extraction for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of efficiency and savings proposals for the TSC programme.
• Track and manage performance of workstreams delivering quantifiable benefits.

Skills

Benefits Management

Financial Modelling

Stakeholder Collaboration

High-level Communication

Local Government Knowledge

Education

Relevant Finance Qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Project Finance Manager - Adult Social Care Transformation

£49,939 - £60,515

Fixed Term 12 Months

Full Time

Do you want to help us in our mission to support Richmond and Wandsworth residents to lead longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives?

Our Adult Social Care and Public Health Transforming Social Care (TSC) Programme is seeking to integrate health and care, improve our social care operating model to respond to and manage increased demand, support local care markets to be more sustainable, have a high performing internal and external workforce, and accelerate digital innovation. The Programme is underpinned by our medium-term efficiency proposals for both boroughs. Our vision is to transform services in Adult Social Care and Public Health to focus on prevention and early intervention where possible, facilitate people and their carers to build on their strengths, promote their wellbeing and achieve the outcomes they want, whilst delaying and reducing the need for long term support from the Council. We need your help to meet this vision!

The Project Finance Manager will work alongside a diverse team leading on their respective projects. You will have a proven track record in benefits management, including benefits modelling, profiling, tracking, and reporting, ideally within a programme environment. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

About the role

The purpose of the role is to oversee and be responsible for the delivery of medium-term efficiency and savings proposals supporting the TSC programme. The Project Finance Manager will track and manage the performance of each workstream in delivering quantifiable benefits. The role reports to the Assistant Director of Finance and works closely with the Programme Team (Project Officer and Programme Manager), Finance Officers, and each Workstream Accountable Lead.

The Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Public Health (ASCPH) is the SRO of the Programme, and the Finance and Benefits Manager will report to the Programme Board (a monthly Senior Management Team meeting). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tracking and delivering savings and benefits programmes in the public sector, a relevant finance qualification, and preferably an understanding of local government, particularly adult social care.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience: Proven experience advising senior managers on finance, including finance, business case development, and benefit tracking methodologies. Ability to lead the design, planning, and scoping of project benefits.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of challenges affecting local government finance and Adult Social Care service delivery.
• Communication: High-level communication skills, including influencing, negotiating, and presenting complex financial information effectively for various audiences.
• Collaboration: Successful experience working with stakeholders at all levels to deliver transformational change.
• Financial Modelling: Expert experience with MS Excel, data extraction, or other tools to design/build financial models for decision-making and reporting at senior management level.

Ideally, candidates will have a strong understanding of local government, adult social care, NHS healthcare, and hold a relevant finance qualification or equivalent experience.

Important Dates:

• Closing Date: 20th May 2025
• Shortlisting Date: 23rd May 2025
• Interview Dates: 6th and 9th June 2025

Note: Test/Presentation is part of the interview process.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and promoting equality and diversity. This campaign is anonymised.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Some posts may require a DBS check, and appointment to these posts will be conditional upon a satisfactory response.

We offer benefits such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working, and a generous pension plan.