Summary: The Service Manager Finance is responsible for the operational management of a service, ensuring alignment with the Cabinet's political vision and priorities. This role involves leading service delivery, managing performance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes. The position requires strategic leadership to innovate service delivery methods while maintaining financial accountability and supporting staff development. The Service Manager will also represent the Council and contribute to its statutory functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for service performance and management, establishing clear business goals.
• Ensure delivery of quality, consistent, and value-for-money services through effective planning and management.
• Lead innovation in service delivery methods through engagement with various stakeholders.
• Develop and empower staff to achieve personal and service objectives.
• Contribute to statutory functions and represent the Council as required.
• Carry out corporate roles and assignments as appropriate.

Key Skills:

• Experience in leading a major service area with successful outcomes through collaboration.
• Ability to transform service delivery through strategic leadership and innovation.
• Experience in maintaining a high-performing, outcomes-focused team.
• Financial advice and guidance expertise in local government finance.
• Well-developed knowledge of national policies and statutory requirements in local government finance.
• Strong political awareness and ability to provide professional advice.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Business acumen and financial management skills.
• CCAB qualification.

Salary (Rate): £47.50

City: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other