Chief Finance Officer (Section 151) needed in Maldon

The rate is negotiable depending on experience.

This is a temporary role.

The reference number is: 18006

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and manage a team responsible for Finance and Commercial, fulfilling the statutory role of the Section 151 Officer.

They will own, develop, and oversee the council's policies in key areas, solve problems, and deliver an efficient customer-focused service with high standards of professionalism. They will ensure the delivery of a service that is professional and business-like in its approach, focusing on how the team contributes to the delivery of ambitions and high standards of services for residents and other customers.

Member engagement and liaison: To be a trusted point of contact for engagement with Members to ensure sound relationships and prompt responses to issues and queries raised.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always, however, hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role, please apply on our website with your CV; alternatively, you can email your CV to quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references, so please be prepared.

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