Service Director for Finance

Location: Plymouth (Hybrid / Flexible On-Site Presence)
Day Rate: Please state requirement when submitting
Duration: 3–6 months (Interim while permanent recruitment is underway)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Service Director for Finance on an interim basis. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for fulfilling the statutory duties of the Section 151 Officer, ensuring robust financial governance, and maintaining the highest standards of transparency and accountability across the authority.

• Proven experience as a Section 151 Officer (S151) within a unitary authority.

• Strong financial leadership skills with the ability to advise at Chief Executive and Member level.

• Demonstrable experience in managing complex budgets, financial strategy, and statutory reporting.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.

We offer flexibility regarding office presence — however, please state the candidate’s proposed on-site commitment in Plymouth (e.g. 2 or 3 days per week) when submitting CVs.

• The role will initially be offered on a 3–6 month basis, with flexibility depending on the progress of permanent recruitment.

• We are seeking someone available to transition smoothly into the Section 151 responsibilities without the need for internal delegation.

• Start and end dates are indicative and can be discussed with the Chief Executive during initial conversations.

To Apply:
Please submit your CV, proposed on-site availability, and day rate expectations for consideration.