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Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer)

Salary: Competitive
Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Contract: Permanent, full time

The strategic voice of finance at the heart of Dudley.

As the Council’s statutory Section 151 Officer and a member of the Corporate Management Team, you will be Dudley’s principal financial adviser providing clear, trusted guidance to the Chief Executive, elected members and senior colleagues.

Your role is to shape and deliver a sustainable long-term financial strategy that is firmly aligned to the Council’s corporate priorities, while upholding the highest standards of governance, probity and financial stewardship.

Beyond strategy, you will lead key enabling services and position finance as a genuine business partner across the organisation. You will bring visible, credible leadership in a complex and politically sensitive environment, operating confidently at the political interface and building the financial resilience the Council needs to thrive.

You will join a developing senior leadership team united by shared purpose and a commitment to collaboration, working closely with elected members, the Chief Executive and partners to embed a true One Council approach. This means bringing together strong governance, clear priorities and the intelligent use of data, technology and resources. We are looking for exceptional, values-led leaders with the professional credibility and judgement to operate confidently in a complex and evolving environment; people who can build strong relationships, develop high-performing teams and translate financial strategy into real impact for our communities.

If you are motivated by public service, energised by transformation and ready to make a lasting contribution to Dudley’s future, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Why join Dudley MBC?

At Dudley Council, you will join a team who is committed to delivering better outcomes for our residents through strong leadership, responsible investment and high-quality services.

Alongside competitive pay, generous annual leave and a local government pension, you’ll benefit from flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to play a leading role in shaping high-quality residential care services.

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 19 July 2026.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

Company: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary: Competitive

Location: Dudley, West Midlands

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Finance

Job Role: Director