The Person

Leadership Behaviours

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• Expansive, creative business thinker – thinks outside ‘tried and tested’ models or approaches

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• Exceptional communicator and relationship-builder that generates confidence in colleagues, members and senior business stakeholders

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• Strong political awareness – able to assimilate and navigate political context with skill

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• Highly adaptable - to changing circumstances and demands

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• Collaborative – works productively with peers, team and others

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• Motivated – driven by personal and organisational achievement

 

 

Qualifications and Knowledge

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• CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent

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• Understanding of financial strategy and planning, regulations, policies and professional best practice

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• Significant knowledge of private and public-sector funding sources, for strategic capital programmes

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• Knowledge of local authority financial legislation, regulations, governance, national policies and professional best practice is desirable

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• Understanding of people strategies and best practise

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• Degree level or equivalent standard of general education

 

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Experience

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• Extensive post qualification experience including at a senior level in a commercial environment, leading and managing finance for an organisation of comparable scope and complexity

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• Track record of successful fund management and advising on creative investment opportunities in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity

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• Experience of leading complex commercial negotiations, advising on government funding and project financial structure

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• Proven track record and demonstrable credibility in developing strong, productive partnerships and relationships

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• A successful track record of engaging effectively with others at a senior level and building productive partnerships with key stakeholders in a complex partnership environment.

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• Demonstrable track record of negotiating financial and commercial contracts

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