Director of Finance and Commerce (Deputy S151 Officer)

Lancashire County Council
£105,326 - £114,339
Hackney

Lancashire County Council is the fourth largest in the UK, spanning fourteen districts covering an enormous geographic area with a fantastic mix of both urban and rural communities. We’re here to serve the people of Lancashire to ensure they live independent lives for as long as possible.

THE ROLE

Lancashire are seeking a new Director of Finance & Commerce (Deputy S151), reporting to the Executive Director for Resources with a dotted line to the Chief Executive and forming part of our Executive Leadership Team. This is a critical role leading Lancashire’s entire finance service.

You will provide high quality professional advice on all matters related to the financial functions of the council whilst also providing strategic leadership and direction to finance and procurement services.

A track record of outstanding financial management and governance is a given but your desire to collaborate internally and externally will set you apart as a Director in Lancashire.

INFORMATION

For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below, or for more information please contact Tim Farr on 07756 293292 or tim.farr@starfishsearch.com

ROLE PROFILE     Structure Chart    
Timeline

Closing Date: 8th June 2025

Preliminary Interviews: 23rd & 24th June 2025

Shortlist Meeting: 26th June 2025

CEO 1-2-1: 30th June 2025

Final Interviews: w/c 7th July 2025

Useful Links
2025-30 Council Plan VIEW
MTFS - NOVEMBER 2024 VIEW
Political Makeup VIEW
Vision and Values VIEW
How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
  • A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

If our client is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and you would like to apply under the scheme, please state that clearly at the top of your supporting statement, along with any adjustments you require to be made if invited for interview.

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