Finance Business Partner

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Are you ready to make a real impact in public sector finance?

We’re recruiting Finance Business Partners across multiple departments at Derbyshire County Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking finance team, supporting strategic decision-making and helping shape the future of services across the county.

About the Role

As a Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in delivering expert financial advice, analysis and insight to support departmental objectives and the Council’s Medium Term Financial Strategy. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, elected Members, and service teams to ensure financial sustainability, value for money, and the protection of public funds.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team, reporting to a Senior Business Partner, and will work across a range of service areas to:
•    Challenge and influence decision-making to achieve the best outcomes for Derbyshire.
•    Support budget planning, monitoring, and forecasting.
•    Lead on financial analysis for service transformation and efficiency improvements.
•    Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.
•    Provide training and guidance to non-finance colleagues.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking experienced finance professionals who are:
•    Qualified (CCAB or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience.
•    Skilled in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within a large, complex organisation.
•    Confident communicators with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
•    Proactive problem-solvers with a commitment to continuous improvement.
•    Able to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities effectively.

Why Join Us?
At Derbyshire County Council, we offer:
•    A supportive and inclusive working environment.
•    Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
•    Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working.
•    Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
•    The chance to contribute to meaningful public service outcomes.

Apply today and be part of something bigger!

Please submit your CV & a 2 page supporting statement outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role.

If you’re passionate about public sector finance and want to help shape the future of Derbyshire’s services, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Midnight, Tuesday 28th October 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 10th November 2025

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.