Head of NHS Finance
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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.
Useful to know
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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