Job overview
This is a Senior Leadership role in the Finance Team at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will help shape and deliver the Trust’s financial strategy, supporting long-term sustainability, financial recovery and high-quality patient care.
You will lead annual and multi-year financial planning, working closely with clinical, operational and system partners. The role will influence decisions at Trust and Integrated Care System level, supporting transformation, capital investment and population health objectives. You will lead the Trust’s costing strategy, including PLICS and Service Line Reporting, to support data-led decisions, service redesign and productivity improvement. Operating with significant autonomy, you will deputise for the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, represent the Trust regionally and nationally, and support delivery of sustainable financial balance.
We are seeking an experienced NHS finance leader with a strong track record in strategy, planning, costing, modelling and transformation, and the ability to influence senior clinical and operational leaders. You will be confident, resilient and able to manage competing priorities, lead teams through change and translate complex financial information into clear insight for decision making.
This is a genuine opportunity to make a significant impact across the Trust and wider health system. If you are ready to help shape the future of NHS finance.
Main duties of the job
- Lead development and delivery of the Trust’s annual and multi‑year financial plans, including the financial recovery plan, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
- Provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation, ensuring robust systems, governance and financial intelligence support delivery of financial and transformation objectives.
- Take overall responsibility for the Trust’s costing function, including PLICS and Service Line Reporting, and embed data‑driven decision making across clinical and operational teams.
- Lead business planning and coordinate the production and submission of financial plans and returns in line with NHSE requirements.
- Provide financial leadership for major transformation programmes and investment decisions, including developing financial modelling and reviewing business cases to ensure value for money and compliance with national guidance.
- Influence and contribute to system‑wide financial planning and service transformation across the Integrated Care System.
- Deputise for the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and represent the Trust at regional and national forums where required.
Closing date: 12 July 2026
Interview date: 27 July 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
- Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights
- Strong leadership skills with ability to lead, motivate and develop high‑performing teams
- Highly developed influencing and stakeholder management skills at senior level
- Ability to make complex strategic decisions balancing risk, value and service impact
Desirable
- Ability to operate effectively across organisational and system boundaries
- Experience of driving innovation in costing
Knowledge
Essential
- In‑depth understanding of NHS financial planning frameworks and national guidance
- Specialist knowledge of financial strategy, costing, and long‑term financial modelling
- Strong understanding of NHS data sets, performance measures and benchmarking (e.g. Model Health System)
- Knowledge of governance requirements for business cases, investment appraisal and financial assurance
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICS financial frameworks and resource allocation
- Awareness of current NHS policy environment and strategic direction
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience in NHS finance, including Trust‑wide financial strategy
- Proven track record of delivering large‑scale financial recovery and transformation programmes
- Experience of leading business planning, financial planning and modelling across multi‑year horizons
- Experience of reviewing and approving complex business cases and investment appraisals
- Experience of leading and influencing senior clinical and operational stakeholders
Desirable
- Experience of working across an Integrated Care System or system partnerships
- Experience of leading development of advanced costing methodologies (e.g. PLICS, SLR)
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB/CIMA (or equivalent) professional accountancy qualification
- Degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification (e.g. MBA or relevant Masters)
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This advert is for Associate Director of Finance - Strategic Finance and Planning with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derby, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £94,356 - £108,814 pro rata pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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