Director of Finance & Resources

Director of Finance & Resources – Grimsby – c£90,000 + Flexible Hybrid Working

Chase & Holland are delighted to be exclusively supporting Linkage Community Trust in the appointment of a Director of Finance & Resources. This is an exciting opportunity for a credible, collaborative and values-led leader who is motivated by the opportunity to combine financial and strategic leadership with genuine social impact.

Linkage supports people with learning disabilities, autism or both to live fulfilling lives, with greater choice, independence and opportunity. As the organisation enters its next chapter, this is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to influence sustainable growth, investment and long-term organisational development. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of a purpose led organisation and delivering meaningful impact for the people it supports.

The Role

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance, Estates, ICT and Risk, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and Senior Leadership Team.

Benefits:

• Flexible & Hybrid Working
• 8 Weeks Annual Leave
• Long Service Bonus
• Blue Light Card
• Life Assurance (5x Annual Salary)
• 24/7 GP Access & Prescriptions Service

You will:

• Lead the Trust’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial planning, performance and long-term sustainability
• Ensure effective financial management, governance, internal controls and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
• Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Committees, supporting effective decision-making and investment
• Lead the development and delivery of the Estates Strategy, including capital investment, asset management and property compliance
• Shape and deliver the ICT and Digital Strategy, ensuring systems are secure, effective and fit for the future
• Provide executive leadership across risk, assurance, business continuity and organisational resilience
• Support strategic planning, organisational transformation and continuous improvement across the Trust
• Lead, develop and inspire high-performing multidisciplinary teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and innovation
• Build strong relationships with regulators, funders, auditors, local authorities and other key stakeholders
• Ensure Linkage’s resources are used effectively, balancing strategic investment, value for money and the organisation’s commitment to delivering meaningful impact.

You will bring:

• Fully Qualified Accountant with significant senior leadership experience within a complex organisation
• Experience of financial strategy, planning and long-term sustainability
• Proven experience advising Boards and senior stakeholders
• Strong leadership and organisational change experience
• A sound understanding of governance, risk and assurance
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
• Experience within charity, education, social care, health or another purpose-led environment would be advantageous

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