Chief Financial Officer in London

Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years. Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.

Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role may be at risk will receive priority consideration. Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.

We are looking for an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join our Executive Leadership Team at a pivotal point in our journey. As integrated community services evolve, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a thriving, employee‑owned social enterprise delivering high-quality care. As CFO and full Executive & Company Director, you will provide strategic financial leadership to ensure long‑term sustainability, commercial strength and the ability to invest in innovation and growth. You will champion robust governance, value for money and financial transformation, while contributing across the organisation to strengthen our position as a leader in integrated community care.

We are looking for a credible, values‑driven senior finance leader with significant experience in complex, regulated environments. You will bring a strong track record in financial strategy, sustainability and transformation, with the ability to operate effectively across organisational and system boundaries. Commercially astute and analytically strong, you will also be grounded in compassion and committed to staff ownership, inclusion and improving outcomes for the communities we serve.

Main duties of the job include reviewing the attached job description to see a full breakdown of duties and responsibilities associated with this job role.

Bromley Healthcare is a staff‑owned social enterprise delivering a wide range of community health services to people of all ages across Bromley, Bexley, Greenwich and Lewisham. Since its establishment in 2011, the organisation has grown significantly, providing high‑quality, compassionate care in neighbourhoods, clinics and people's homes. A key partner within the South East London Integrated Care System, Bromley Healthcare works closely with GPs, local authorities, voluntary organisations and hospitals to deliver integrated, community‑focused care.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low‑interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Qualifications required include being a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) and having senior‑level leadership experience in a complex, regulated organisation. Significant experience leading financial strategy and planning, with a strong track record of delivering financial sustainability and transformation is essential. Experience of working in complex multi‑stakeholder environments and partnerships, proven experience of governance, risk management and assurance operating at a senior level within an organisation, and experience supporting organisational growth, service transformation or business development are also necessary. Demonstrable experience of leading and developing high‑performing finance teams is required.

Desirable criteria include experience of working within healthcare or a social enterprise.

Specific skills needed are strategic thinking able to align finance with organisational purpose and impact, strong commercial acumen and business insight, strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, and the ability to translate complex financial information into clear strategic advice. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with highly developed communication and presentation skills are also important. A values‑driven approach aligned to Bromley Healthcare's social enterprise ethos, with a collaborative, inclusive and empowering leadership style, and a commitment to improving outcomes for communities and reducing health inequalities are essential.

We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. That’s why we strongly encourage all colleagues to avail themselves of the Coronavirus vaccination.

Diversity and inclusion are key components of our People Strategy, as an equal opportunities employer, we are particularly eager to enhance Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) representation across Bromley Healthcare, especially at senior levels. We welcome applicants with a disability and are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process.

We understand the importance of balancing work and life, so we offer our staff a variety of flexible working options from day one, including remote working, compressed hours, part‑time, and job shares.

Please note that all offers of new employment with Bromley Healthcare are subject to a six‑month probationary period. All staff identified as AT‑RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly.