Director of Finance and Resources

Be part of Tees Valley’s transformation. The Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) is driving one of the UK’s most ambitious regional renewal and growth agendas, creating opportunities for residents, businesses and communities. The organisation has developed an Improvement Plan and we are strengthening our governance, rebuilding trust and embedding excellence at every level of the organisation. This is your opportunity to be part of that journey; striving to achieve organisational excellence that delivers real, visible impact across the Tees Valley. At TVCA, you’ll work at the heart of regional change; securing investment, creating jobs and driving sustainable growth that transforms lives. Bring your expertise, help us improve and innovate, and play a defining role in powering a region with global ambition.

As our new Director of Finance and Resources, you will play a defining role in securing the financial integrity, capability and confidence that underpin our mission to deliver for the region. You’ll help us turn ambition into outcomes, ensuring every pound we spend translates into visible, positive impact for residents and communities across Tees Valley. You will be the Authority’s principal financial adviser and a cornerstone of exemplary financial management. You’ll lead our finance and procurement functions, ensuring transparency, rigour and value for money in everything we do. You will have the opportunity to oversee the financial arrangements for our Mayoral Development Corporations; driving sound financial management and supporting regeneration projects that create real community benefit. You’ll also be working closely with our elected Mayor, Cabinet and Chief Executive to secure long-term financial sustainability, while championing a culture of accountability, improvement and collaboration across the authority. You’ll lead on all aspects of financial management, from devolution negotiations and investment strategy to strategic financial planning; working with finance leaders across the five Tees Valley local authorities to develop shared approaches that deliver for residents.

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking finance leader who thrives on challenge and opportunity. With a track record of delivering excellence in complex, politically-led and highly regulated environments, you bring credibility, integrity and strategic acumen to every conversation. You will be comfortable operating at the highest levels in regional government, advising elected members, engaging with government departments, and leading financial discussions that shape the region’s future. You’ll be equally adept at inspiring your teams and partners, embedding the values of good governance, and fostering collective accountability. Above all, you’ll bring a sense of purpose. A commitment to using financial leadership not just to manage resources, but to improve lives, build trust, and drive lasting change for the people of Tees Valley.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 15 February 2026

To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience and achievements, and addressing the key criteria for the role as set out on this site, with examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website; please include and upload the information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact Rebecca Keen at Tile Hill.

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