About the Royal Borough of Greenwich
Located in southeast London, the Royal Borough of Greenwich is home to over 250,000 residents and a diverse workforce dedicated to making it a great place to live and work.
Greenwich boasts the longest continuous riverfront of all London boroughs, a rich maritime and military heritage, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has held Royal Borough status since 2012 and offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modern attractions, including The O2 arena and the annual Tall Ships festivals.
The borough spans three vibrant town centres—Eltham, Greenwich, and Woolwich—each benefiting from rapid regeneration, a thriving international community, and excellent transport links to central London, Kent, and London City Airport.
Deputy Director of Resources – Finance (Deputy s151)
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is committed to delivering high-quality front-line services to its diverse and vibrant communities. From Greenwich town centre to Thamesmead, and the Greenwich Peninsula to Eltham, we are dedicated to improving residents’ lives through innovative and sustainable financial management.
As a council, we take a bold and creative approach to utilizing our resources and assets to benefit our communities. We are now seeking an experienced Deputy Director to drive exceptional financial management and performance across the organisation, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our residents.
About the Role
As Deputy Director of Resources, you will be a key part of the council’s corporate leadership team, working closely with the Director of Resources, senior officers, councillors, and external partners. Your role will be crucial in leading transformational change and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the council’s finances.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading multiple financial teams and driving innovation in financial management.
- Developing and implementing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, shaping the future of council services.
- Overseeing financial performance, planning, and resource allocation to maximize value for residents.
- Collaborating across departments to enhance financial efficiency and sustainable investment.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead during an exciting period of transformation, where you can shape financial strategy, foster collaboration, and drive impactful change within the council.
How to Apply
This recruitment process is being managed by Starfish Search.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jo Boardman at jo.boardman@starfishsearch.com or call 07834 030501.
If you require any assistance in accessing this opportunity, please contact recruitment@royalgreenwich.gov.uk or call 020-8921-8977.
Diversity & Inclusion
The Royal Borough of Greenwich values diversity and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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