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Band 8
Full-time

Head of NHS Finance

NHS HighlandBase either Helensburgh or Lochgilphead£76,888 - £82,251Closes 30/09/2026

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Band
Band 8
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time
Hours / week
36
Posted
17/09/2026
Closes
30/09/2026

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Role summary

This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of NHS Finance within the Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). You will shape financial strategy, influence decision-making, and support the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. The role involves leading financial management, acting as a business partner to senior stakeholders, and driving financial sustainability and performance improvement. You will also lead and develop a motivated finance team in a dynamic and complex environment.

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Band 8 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 8 at £53,755 – £60,504 a year, across England.

This advert: £76,888 – £82,251 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

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Job reference:

257721

Salary:

Band 8B (£76,888 - £82,251)

Job closing date:

30/09/2026

Job Type:

Administrative Services

Location:

Base either Helensburgh or Lochgilphead

Employment type:

Permanent

Hours Per Week:

36

Job posted date:

17/09/2026

Employer (NHS Board):

NHS Highland

Department:

Finance

Job Advert

Make a real impact on healthcare in Argyll & Bute

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of NHS Finance to join the Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) at a pivotal time for public sector finance.

This is a high-impact leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy as a key member of the leadership team, influence decision-making, and directly support the delivery of high-quality healthcare services across the region.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer within the HSCP you will play a key role in ensuring robust financial management and supporting strategic priorities across clinical and corporate services.

You will

  • Lead the delivery of a high-quality financial management service
  • Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders
  • Support the development and implementation of financial strategies
  • Drive financial sustainability and performance improvement
  • Lead and develop a motivated finance te

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