Director of Finance
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Full time
Chief Officer Grade 3 £111,342 - £122,494 - pay award pending
Location: No. 1 Bickerstaffe Square, Blackpool
Are you an influential, forward-thinking finance leader ready to shape the future of a bold and ambitious local authority? Blackpool Council is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join our Corporate Leadership Team as our Statutory Section 151 Officer, driving financial strategy and ensuring robust governance at the heart of one of the UK’s most unique and high-profile places.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing finance function in a council embarking on major transformation—supporting both a thriving tourism economy and a growing, resilient year-round community.
About the Role
As our Director of Finance, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership for all finance, procurement, audit, risk, and exchequer services.
- Lead the authority’s statutory financial responsibilities under the Local Government Acts.
- Shape and steer the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy, driving innovation and strengthening financial sustainability.
You will also directly lead a team of Heads of Service and be accountable for the performance, development and clear strategic direction of the entire Directorate.
About You
We are looking for a dynamic, credible, politically astute leader who can operate confidently in a complex environment. You will bring:
- CCAB (or equivalent) accountancy qualification
- Extensive senior-level experience in local government finance, including strategic planning, revenue, capital and cash accounting
- Strong understanding of government finance frameworks and the broader public sector landscape
This is a role for someone who wants to make a measurable difference — financially, strategically, and culturally.
Why Blackpool?
Blackpool is a place undergoing bold regeneration and reinvention. Our Council Plan (2024–2027) sets out a clear, exciting vision:
- A thriving, diverse economy
- Stronger, more resilient communities
- Investment in growth, skills, infrastructure and opportunity
We are proud of our history, committed to our future, and driven by our values:
Quality | Fairness | Accountability | Compassion | Trust
As Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in building the future of our town and supporting the communities who live, work and invest here.
What We Offer
- A high-profile leadership position with genuine influence
- Collaborative, supportive senior leadership team
- The opportunity to lead major financial strategy and transformation
- Commitment to professional development, inclusion, and wellbeing
- A powerful opportunity to leave a lasting legacy for Blackpool
Apply Now
If you are an inspiring and experienced finance leader ready for a strategic role with real impact, we would love to hear from you.
Click the link below to access our candidate pack and view more information about the full range of benefits available to our staff.
Please send your CV and covering letter demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria to recruitment@blackpool.gov.uk
Help us shape Blackpool’s future and be part of something extraordinary.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.