Strategic Finance Partner – Devolution & Local Governance

Adecco Colombia S.A.; Alfreton CP; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco Colombia S.A. is seeking a Finance Business Partner specializing in devolution to support strategic financial insights for a Midlands-based team on a temporary 6-month contract. The role focuses on transitioning services from other bodies and shaping funding arrangements under devolution.

The daily rate is up to £750, with a hybrid pattern requiring 1–2 days on site. The ideal candidate will have strong experience as a finance business partner in devolution or combined authority contexts,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance business partner role, particularly within a devolution or combined authority context.
• Strong strategic financial acumen, with the ability to challenge and influence at senior levels.
• Expertise in translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
• A track record of driving improvements in financial planning and performance management.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across various departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality strategic financial advice and insights to senior leaders, supporting effective decision-making and financial sustainability.
• Lead the transition of services from other bodies, including Police and Fire services, in line with the emerging devolution agenda.
• Prepare and plan for evolving funding arrangements for Mayoral Strategic Authorities, focusing on local taxation assignments and enhanced fiscal autonomy.
• Translate complex financial data into meaningful insights that shape financial strategy and drive improvements across the organisation.
• Influence senior stakeholders to ensure value for money and robust stewardship of public funds.
• Enhance financial capability across services, contributing to improved financial planning and performance frameworks.
• Play an integral role in organisational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Adecco Colombia S.A. is seeking a Finance Business Partner specializing in devolution to support strategic financial insights for a Midlands-based team on a temporary 6-month contract. The role focuses on transitioning services from other bodies and shaping funding arrangements under devolution.

The daily rate is up to £750, with a hybrid pattern requiring 1–2 days on site. The ideal candidate will have strong experience as a finance business partner in devolution or combined authority contexts,