Assistant Director - Finance in Spalding

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking Senior Local Government Finance Leader looking for a role with genuine scale, influence and impact? The South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (S&ELCP) – bringing together Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council – is seeking its next Assistant Director – Finance (Deputy s151). As one of the largest and most established partnerships of its kind, we operate seamlessly across three sovereign councils. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, we are uniquely positioned ahead of the curve, mature in our shared arrangements, and well-placed to shape the future of local government in Lincolnshire. This makes the role an exceptional platform for a senior finance professional ready to contribute to and influence major transformation at scale.

Why this role stands out:

• The breadth of our Partnership, combined with our success in securing significant external funding, makes this a highly dynamic and complex finance environment.
• Working closely with our established shared s151 Officer, you will play a central role in:

• Leading Corporate Finance across all three councils
• Driving delivery of our Annual Delivery Plan and ambitious Transformation Plans
• Shaping key strategic and financial decisions across multiple sovereign organisations
• Strengthening financial governance and resilience through organisational change
• Working collaboratively with Public Sector Partnership Services Ltd (PSPS) to ensure high-quality financial services, robust performance, and effective operational delivery across the Partnership
• Providing financial leadership and challenge that supports innovation, growth, and transformation

This is a rare opportunity to operate in a senior leadership role with both strategic reach and meaningful impact on local communities. The role requires regular attendance at Council and Cabinet meetings across all three councils, including some evening commitments.

About you:

• We are seeking an engaging, collaborative and credible senior leader who brings:

• A strong track record in local government finance, backed by extensive technical accounting and financial management expertise
• The ability to influence and build relationships across Members, officers, PSPS colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders at regional and national level
• A forward-looking, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Proven leadership capability and the confidence to represent the Councils at a senior level
• A passion for delivering positive outcomes for the people and businesses across South & East Lincolnshire

If you thrive in a complex, evolving environment and want a senior role where you can shape the future of local government across multiple councils, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Annual leave commencing at 30 days and rising to 33 days after 10 years of service
• Agile and Hybrid working
• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to work schemes
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions

If you wish to have an informal chat regarding this role please email Russell Stone (Director of Finance & Section 151 Officer) at Russell.Stone@sholland.gov.uk and he will arrange a conversation with you.

Interview dates:

• Officer Panel – WC 9th March
• Chief Officer Employment Panel – WC 23rd March

Application details:

To apply, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two pages) by the application deadline Thursday 26th February. This position is a shared role within the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating partnership Councils. This is a politically restricted post. The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.