Who You Are As a seasoned Director of Finance and Procurement, you possess deep expertise in financial leadership, ideally holding a s.151 role or extensive experience as a deputy s.151. Your background in managing finance at unitary or upper-tier local authorities equips you to seamlessly integrate and make an immediate impact. Your strong leadership skills are complemented by your capability to mentor and coach senior managers, fostering a culture of excellence and strategic oversight. With a postgraduate degree in finance or equivalent experience, you are a qualified accountant, compliant with Section 113 of the Local Government and Finance Act 1988, holding certifications such as CIPFA, CIMA, or ACCA. Your career is marked by continuous personal and professional development, ensuring you stay at the forefront of strategic financial management in large, complex organizations. Your understanding of local government operations, combined with your innovative approach to financial strategy and risk management, empowers you to lead transformative initiatives that align with the council’s strategic goals and deliver tangible community benefits. What the Job Involves In this pivotal role, you will provide corporate direction and strategic leadership for Wiltshire Council’s finance and procurement services. As part of the corporate leadership team, your responsibilities encompass developing and implementing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and robust financial control across services. You will spearhead continuous improvement and transformation projects, focusing on customer-centric solutions to achieve the council’s objectives. Your influence extends to advising the Chief Executive, Corporate Directors, and elected Members on financial matters, navigating complex policy and strategic decisions. You will engage with stakeholders to create collaborative opportunities that enhance service delivery and community resilience. With accountability for a service budget of approximately £80 million and a contributory impact on the council's £830 million revenue budget, you will lead a senior management team to optimize financial performance and support organizational change. Moreover, you will oversee strategic procurement, ensuring compliance and efficacy in commissioning activities. Representing the council at regional and national levels, you will champion robust, inclusive decision-making processes, grow a talented workforce, and cultivate a culture focused on outcomes and community well-being. The role demands a presence at County Hall, Trowbridge, for 50% of the working week. It involves technical assessments and interviews to validate your capacity to drive the council's vision forward, achieving improved service delivery and financial stewardship.