Head of Finance Business Partnering

Job overview

We have a vacancy for the role of Head of  Business Partnering, a senior leadership position within our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and experienced finance professional to lead a high-performing Business Partnering function and support strategic decision-making across the organisation.

In this role, you will provide expert financial leadership, working closely with Executive Directors, senior clinicians, and operational leaders. Your insight and oversight will be key to supporting the Trust’s performance, financial sustainability, and wider strategic goals.

Main duties of the job

As Head of Business Partnering, you will:

• Lead the Business Partnering team in delivering high-quality financial reporting, planning and advice.
• Strengthen financial governance and ensure accurate forecasting and budget control.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the Trust and the wider system to drive value and performance.
• Play a key role in shaping and supporting the Trust’s financial strategy and transformation initiatives.

This is a visible and influential role, ideal for someone looking to make a strategic impact while supporting and developing a dedicated finance team.

• Make transactional process more efficient and slicker (Efficient)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

Use of AI

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.