Strategic Director of Resources (S151 Officer) (Full Time)

Newstartmag; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking a Strategic Director of Resources to oversee key service areas including finance and procurement. The role requires considerable senior finance experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive regeneration and local government reorganization efforts. Competitive salary offered between £90,346 - £100,973 annually. This leadership position offers an opportunity to shape and manage significant financial governance and service area improvements in North West Leicestershire.

Qualifications

• Considerable senior finance experience in a local government setting.
• Capable of working at a strategic level and developing a strong finance team.
• Forward-thinking, innovative, politically astute with excellent leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead key service areas including finance, procurement, ICT, revenues & benefits, and business change.
• Ensure robust financial management and governance.
• Oversee an extensive capital programme.
• Deliver on key priorities such as regeneration, improved customer experience, and local government reorganisation.

Skills

Senior finance experience

Leadership skills

Political acumen

Strategic thinking

Job description

Strategic Director of Resources (S151 Officer)

Salary: £90,346 - £100,973

Expires: 25/01/2026

Location: Leicestershire

Job Type: Full Time

Overview

North West Leicestershire is a district on the move – we are ambitious, connected, and ready for the future. At the heart of the National Forest and strategically positioned with excellent transport links, we are driving forward regeneration and growth. From major housing and employment developments to bold plans for devolution and local government reorganisation, our focus is on creating a clean, green, and prosperous place where people want to live, work, and visit.

We are seeking a new Strategic Director of Resources to lead a number of key service areas including finance, procurement, ICT, revenues & benefits and business change. As our Section 151 Officer you will ensure robust financial management and governance and oversee an extensive capital programme. Your leadership will help us deliver on key priorities such as regeneration, improved customer experience, and local government reorganisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead key service areas including finance, procurement, ICT, revenues & benefits, and business change.
• Ensure robust financial management and governance.
• Oversee an extensive capital programme.
• Deliver on key priorities such as regeneration, improved customer experience, and local government reorganisation.

Qualifications

• Considerable senior finance experience in a local government setting.
• Forward‑thinking, innovative, politically astute with excellent leadership skills.
• Capable of working at a strategic level and developing a strong finance team.

Contact

For more information please contact Tom Ripley on 07701 217 520 or [e-mail].

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