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Job overview

We are seeking a new Deputy Chief Financial Officer to join the Trust as we embark on a significant transformation journey as an organisation and as a system in Greater Manchester.

The role is an exciting opportunity for an established, energetic and credible senior financial leader, with significant NHS experience or a similar sector at Director or sub board level, to be part of a forward-thinking leadership team dedicated to transformation, where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of NHS finance.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of NHS services and a commitment to reducing inequality. As a strategic and adaptable leader, you will bring expertise and energy to support your teams and senior leadership in making informed financial decisions during challenging times. With strong political awareness and a collaborative style, you will quickly build trust and confidence with stakeholders internally and externally, fostering effective partnerships to drive financial sustainability and innovation both locally and regionally.

Main duties of the job

This role will make a meaningful contribution to our shared vision, working closely with our Chief Financial Officer and Executive team. As Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability of our services, providing expert financial leadership and strategic insight. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and senior leadership team, you will contribute to effective decision-making, financial planning, and the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

You will be part of a forward-thinking leadership team dedicated to transformation, where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of NHS finance. You will have access to extensive career development opportunities and a range of NHS staff benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence financial sustainability at both organisational and system levels, making a real impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare services.

Working for our organisation

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester.  Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.