Director of Finance - LCOs and UDHM Clinical Group

Join MFT as the Director of Finance for the Manchester & Trafford Local Care Organisations (LCOs) and the University Dental Hospital Manchester (UDHM) Clinical Group. This pivotal role sits at the heart of community and dental care excellence. In partnership with Manchester City Council and Trafford Council, reporting to the Clinical Group Chief Executive, you will be at the core of strategic decision-making and a key member of the Senior Leadership Team shaping the future of integrated care across Manchester and Trafford.

Using your highly established finance and exemplary leadership skills, you will lead financial planning and performance for the Clinical Group, support the overall financial performance of the Trust, and work closely with Trust Finance teams including costing, financial accounts and capital finance. You will be accountable for the analysis and evaluation of the financial consequences of different service options, and inform the annual planning of the Clinical Group.

With a strong track record in complex NHS environments, you will deliver financial improvement and long-term sustainability. You will lead with autonomy and clarity, developing and driving robust financial strategies that support transformation and innovation across the LCOs and UDHM Clinical Group.

If you're looking for a role that challenges, empowers and elevates your career in financial leadership, this could be your next and best move.

• You will use your deep expertise in financial risk management to steer financial planning for the Clinical Group—balancing day-to-day demands with bold, long-term ambitions.
• With a proven track record in delivering complex financial plans, you will be a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring financial decisions align with statutory obligations, contractual commitments, and the Trust’s strategic direction.
• Oversee Section 75 partnership arrangements with Manchester City Council, supporting the seamless integration of Community Health Services and Adult Social Care. You will manage delegated budgets and financial schedules, ensuring full compliance and alignment through annual reviews with Council Directors of Finance.
• Professionally accountable to the Chief Finance Officer, you will work across teams to shape financial strategy, support development, and drive consistency in delivery.
• Bring significant experience in developing and implementing annual financial strategies, underpinned by robust modelling and scenario planning that supports sustainable service transformation.
• As a people leader, you will set a clear vision, nurture talent and inspire performance—driving change and continuous improvement across your teams.
• You will embody MFT’s vision and values, championing quality and high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes.

For further details or informal visits contact: Sinead Gamble, TASA Service Lead. Email: sinead.gamble@mft.nhs.uk

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care